Dog Growls At Kids
Dog Growls At Kids
Subject: dog growling at kids
Question: We have a large 6 month old mutt. He knows that I am the leader.
He listens to me and has been to puppy class. the problem is that he growls at
the kids.
Sometimes the kids just pet him and he growls a little, almost like he is
nervous. Most
of the time he is a happy pup. What is going on? How to I correct it?
Answer: Hello Shelly,
Sometimes I growl at kids too. They're noisy and make those little herky-jerky
motions that
make me edgy. So I understand how your pup feels.
But I guess you can't have your pup growling at your kids...so let's end that
behavior.
First put you dog on a long leash and a collar (preferably a prong collar). Have
your kid pet the dog.
If the dog growls or shows any aggressive display, give him a very firm
correction while barking
in a firm voice "NO". Take a 1 minute break and repeat again. Keep repeating
until the dog no
longer shows aggression when the kids pet him. When he allows their petting and
shows no aggression, give him a treat.
Do this every day for about a week or until there is no further growling or
unpleasantness. That should do it.
Good Luck!
Sandy