My dog is aggressive on a leash, and I don't know what to do. She becomes fixated when she sees another dog on our walks/runs and barks/lunges at them. I've tried having her leave it, sit, face away, etc. I've tried distracting her with treats. I've tried giving gentle tugs to redirect her attention elsewhere. Nothing is working. We did a training class with her, and she picked up on everything else well. But this one quirk is proving challenging to get rid of. Any suggestions are appreciated!
Dog aggressive on leash
- Thread starter takeahike
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For starters, I'd recommend reading my article on leash training your pup, which includes some tips on leash-reactive behavior. This sounds like what your pup is experiencing -- barking, lunging, and jumping at other dogs. I know this is so frustrating. I had the same problem with my dog and frankly didn't want to take him on walks around any potential encounters with other pups. I found SpiritDog Training, an online dog training organization, super helpful to curb my dog's leash aggression. Other online dog training courses may also help. They're so much cheaper than hiring a professional dog trainer. Good luck!!
JessicaP
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My dog is also aggressive on the leash. I got one of those pinching collars, and it has really helped. Some of my friends told me I was mean, but I have seen a big change in my dog in just a short time. I talked to the vet, and they said the collar doesn't hurt my pup, but it is not a good feeling, so it helps stop the behavior right away. I am hoping this helps me be able to take her for walks more often without fear she will be aggressive.