Dogs that display dominant behavior feel that they must prove they're in charge of a situation. The growling, snapping, or biting occurs when they feel their position is being challenged. Unfortunately, people often mistake the cause of canine aggression as dominance-related behavior when there may be another cause. 15 февр. 2020 г.
Why did my Greyhound snap at me?
Your grey may feel unsure or uncomfortable and will sometimes growl or snap at you. Adopters may see this as aggressive behavior when really the dog doesn't know any other way to tell you that they aren't comfortable with you in his space.
What does it mean when a dog snaps at you?
A dog's aggression can lead to a bad outcome if your dog bites someone. The good news is that a growl or snap is your dog's way of communicating a waning—and your dog is choosing to warn you instead of biting.
Why has my Greyhound become aggressive?
Anxiety is often the underlying reason for aggression. The dog is fearful in a certain context – maybe when approached by another animal or person, or in a particular location – and the body prepares for the flight or fight response.
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