Some Tips For Controlling Your Biting Or Nipping Dog

By Sean S. Fredrick

Even some of the most lovable and affectionate dogs will sometimes bite or nip particularly when frightened or overly excited. This is particularly true when around strangers of a certain body type or smell. Dogs that are consistently kept indoors and away from strangers and other dogs are at risk for developing this habit.

Certain breeds of dogs particularly those bread for hunting are at risk by their genetics alone. Very large breeds even though seemingly friendly can be dangerous to children and older people when allowed to get excited and jump onto them. Proper training is the key to overcoming the tendency to become over excited.

Social exposure is a good way to make your dog comfortable with different situations. A training course is an excellent way to not only tame your anxious dog, but to also make them comfortable around other people and pets. Training courses and group activities will enhance their temperament and calm their nerves.

Outdoor activities will help control their energy levels, and reduce fear and anxiety. Visits to the park are excellent for allowing you dog to experience different sorroundings and other types of animals and people. Not to mention the health benefits of frequent long walks, and play time at the park.

Never tease or antagonize your dog or others even in play. Never provoke your dog around strangers even as a joke. Actions like these can raise the energy and the fear level and your dog making them more likely to bite. Never ignore hostile tendencies and your pet, as one day they may escalate into a serious incident.

Dogs who are chained and confined to small cages can become hostile when allowed to run free. Giving your dog plenty of exercise and activity is recommended to burn their excess energy. Neutering your dog will also do much to reduce the natural aggression, particularly during mating periods.

Always err on the side of caution, when in doubt consult either a veterinarian or a professional dog trainer as to your options. Proper care and affection will do wonders for your pet dogs attitude and temperament. Observe your dog closely and learn what kind of situations and people cause anxiety in them.

Take an active role in the training and development of your dog as to avoid any serious incident in the future. Always remember that a happy, healthy, and socially active dog is much less likely to cause harm.

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