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		<title>Phoenix Dog Training: Understanding dog aggression and aggressive dogs</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ treating severe dog aggression 
 Part I: Understanding Your Dog with aggression 
READ PRIOR TO YOUR euthanasia DOG
  Figure a Severe Dog Aggression Solutions
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FACT: 95% of aggression can be managed and controlled, but over 80% of dogs reported to severe aggression die each year, and euthanasia [...]]]></description>
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<h2> Part I: Understanding Your Dog with aggression </ h2>
<p>READ PRIOR TO YOUR euthanasia DOG</p>
<p> <img src = "http://www.tlck9academy.com/img/education1 . jpg "border =" 0 "alt = Dog" Severe Aggression Training Solutions "width =" 500 "height =" 280 "/> <br />Figure a Severe Dog Aggression Solutions</p>
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<p>By: Bill Glatzel, MS Animal behaviorist, </p>
<p>FACT: <br />95% of aggression can be managed and controlled, but over 80% of dogs reported to severe aggression die each year, and euthanasia due to lack of training or the wrong kind of training.</p>
<p>Most Veterinarians, trainers and most dogs are in good intentions, but I have no idea how to deal effectively with aggression. The first thing you have to say that aggression is very serious. Nobody should try to cope with aggression without the help of an experienced and professional trainer of dogs, who specializes in aggression. Two things usually happen. The dog gets to death, or a weak attempt to resolve the problem with someone or some dog injury, in some cases very seriously hurt.</p>
<p>Q: Do I Dog Trainer, animal behaviorist, veterinarian, or someone who specializes in Behavioral Medicine </p>
<p>A: This is a best to consult your animals behaviorist who specializes in Behavioral Medicine and one who works with many veterinarians who have a good understanding of many complex medical factors that are usually associated with neurochemical, hormonal, metabolic and genetic factors, and sometimes diet and ingredients nutrients, as well.</p>
<p> <img src = "http://www.tlck9academy.com/img/dog-aggression-6.jpg" border = "1" alt = "Serious Bite Dog Training" width = "200" height = "150" /> <br />Figure 2 Serious Dog Bite Training</p>
<p>Q: I&#8217;ve always been told I should go and see the vet first. Why is this not true? </p>
<p>A: Probably more. Most dog trainers teach basic obedience commands like sit, stay, come. They may also assist in the basic manners, jump stop, and stop barking, potty. But when it comes to severe aggression, it is not fundamental ways, not just about training. The best person to help you is animal behaviorist who is also a trainer and one who specializes in Behavioral Medicine. Most dog trainers often can not cope with severe aggression and the need to put the dog down, or make the dog more aggressive, because I do not understand the behavior of dogs with the multilateral approach and perspective. Anyone can call themselves a dog trainer. There are no standards, no license and no qualifications. The other hand, animal behaviorist, or earned masters or doctorate, from an accredited university or college and has extensive training in animal behavior with the actual field work and research. Animal behaviorist is the Behavioral Scientist. Many dog ??trainers can also mean a very good intentions, but ethically should with the exception of their limitations in terms of training, education and experience, and relate to animals Behaviorist.</p>
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<p>Bill Glatzel, M.S. is an Applied Animal Behaviorist and Certified Master Dog Trainer, who specializes in severe dog aggression, dog fears and dog phobias, and behavioral medicine in companion animals, high end obedience training off-leash with heavy distractions.  He is the Founder, CEO and Owner of TLC K9 Academy, a Nationally recognized center for Dog Behavior Solutions and Expert Dog Training in Phoenix Arizona.  Call local 480-502-3647, or toll free 1-888-502-3647 for additional information and visit them on the web at http://www.tlck9academy.com</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Knowing how to behave properly when around other dogs represents a skill vital for any canine to enjoy his venture beyond his own yard. However, this aspect of socialization harbors more serious risks than meeting people. Dogs possess a defined set of rules in greeting each other, and though most adults grant leeway for ill-mannered [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Knowing how to behave properly when around other dogs represents a skill vital for any canine to enjoy his venture beyond his own yard. However, this aspect of socialization harbors more serious risks than meeting people. Dogs possess a defined set of rules in greeting each other, and though most adults grant leeway for ill-mannered puppies, not all do. </p>
<p>For this reason, puppy kindergarten classes provides the safest venue for socializing your puppy around other dogs. Kindergarten restricts classes to puppies who have completed vaccinations and helps owners train basic manners. A good class recognizes the value of letting puppies interact. </p>
<p>Also important, but not always part of every puppy class, is the inclusion of structured play sessions. Many puppy classes allow general playtime with all the puppies turned loose at once. This frequently results in smaller or timid puppies getting &#8220;beat up&#8221; by larger or more dominant pups. Because unpleasant encounters can initiate fear or aggression toward other dogs, find a class where the instructor supervises all puppy interaction.</p>
<p>Look for kindergarten classes at training clubs or private trainers via your local phone directory under &#8220;pets&#8221; or &#8220;dog training&#8221;. Your potential instructor should have experience in teaching assorted breeds from the various groups. Ask if they use treats, toys, praise and play to encourage canine cooperation rather than forcing compliance. It is best to observe a class in progress. If both people and puppies appear to be doing well and having fun, consider signing up.</p>
<p>As mentioned, not all dogs look kindly on puppies. If your kindergarten class takes place at a busy training club, keep your pup away from dogs that are not in your group. Ignore the often heard assurance of &#8220;Oh, he&#8217;s friendly&#8221; unless it comes from your instructor. A well-meaning but misguided student from another class may offer this statement before understanding exactly how their dog feels about puppies.</p>
<p>&#8220;Monsters&#8221; That Your Dog May Have To Deal With</p>
<p>A few years ago, when walking one of my young dogs along a city sidewalk in my brother&#8217;s neighborhood, my dog stopped dead, staring nervously ahead. Following her gaze, I realized she had spotted a potential monster: a fire hydrant.</p>
<p>Though I have always worked hard to socialize my dogs well, Cocoa, my Ibizan Hound, was cautious in nature and country living had excluded a prior encounter with this common city fixture.</p>
<p>Knowing Cocoa would largely key off my own reaction, I &#8220;kidded&#8221; her about being silly and walked another route. After crossing the street, we again headed in the &#8220;monster&#8217;s&#8221; direction, but this time there was a street width between us. As Cocoa started eyeing the hydrant, I pretended to be oblivious, chatting happily to her until well past it. On the way back, she was fine.</p>
<p>Later, I decided to see how she would respond if we again walked on the side where the monster lay in wait. This time I armed myself with some treats. When we neared the spot where she first noticed the hydrant, I started talking cheerfully and gave her a few goodies. This distracted her from worrying and assured her I had no concerns. </p>
<p>Within a minute or two, we were beyond the hydrant. She gave a short backward glance to make sure it wasn&#8217;t following us, but paid it little mind on our return trip.</p>
<p>The point of the story is that you should expect odd or unfamiliar objects to alarm your puppy or young dog. And when they do, don&#8217;t soothe him with a pat on the back to make him feel better. He&#8217;ll take this as a reward for being afraid. Instead, work to face the &#8220;danger&#8221; head on so in time he becomes used to whatever it is that was scaring him in the first place.</p>
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