10/04/2025
Your barking, lunging, growling dog is not protecting you. These are the behaviors of a dog that lacks confidence.
The most common reasons your dog acts poorly towards another when he is on a leash, in your lap, or near you are:
- Fear. The dog has learned that if he plays the part of ‘scary monster,’ then the scary monsters will go away.
- Resource Guarding. This is less about protection, but more about possession: “Get away, this is my human (food, toy, treat, etc.)”
A confident dog is not loud and demanding. He is calm, with good social and communication skills.
Does your dog need help? Ms. Fairy Dogmother lives in Azle and has references. Please visit my website for more information, then call Ann at 817-668-6229.
www.msfairydogmother.net
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