Sentences with phrase «dog guards something»

Not exact matches

As its 20 - something rockstars recklessly defend against machetes, shotguns, and snarling guard dogs, Green Room blossoms into a savage coming - of - age tale, an Almost Famous for John Carpenter nuts.

Resource guarding When dogs are in possession of something, they often assume that it belongs to them and may turn aggressive when it is taken away.

You can also, very carefully, counter-condition your dog to look forward to, not fear, your presence while she's enjoying something she feels the need to protect using Patricia McConnell's approach to treating resource guarding.

The dog that feels that everything is something to be afraid of and aggressive to is NOT a good guard dog prospect!

They make excellent guard dogs, too, since the only time that they will be barking is when they can sense something is off or if someone they are not familiar with is around the corner.

This is something people particularly take note of and may give that slight intimidation factor a guard dog needs.

Sometimes dogs can actually be «guarding» something else that is very situational.

As with «give», start with something your dog does not guard.

«In our puppy classes, we tell people if they are obsessed with taking things out of their dog's mouth, they could develop pica or resource guarding, which is fighting to keep something.

They're looking for a status symbol, a guard dog, a fighting dog, something to protect them... all the wrong reasons.»

The behavior modification program combines positive reinforcement training with relaxation exercises, and counter-conditioning - meaning changing how the dog feels and responds to something - to address leash reactivity (dogs, people, noises), lunging, excessive barking, destructive chewing, jumping, over-excitement, poor impulse control, fearfulness, noise - phobias, resource guarding, compulsive behaviors, house - soiling, and multi-pet disagreements.

If I was looking to train a guard dog, it is not something I would consider doing alone.

Contrary to popular belief they do not make very good guard dogs as their good nature and genuine need to please people makes them something of a pushover.

However, if your dog's guarding has not got to this stage, then it is usually something you can deal with at home.

Resource guarding is something that all dog owners worry about.

Resource guarding is when dogs exhibit behaviors designed to prevent other animals (dogs, humans, cats, etc.) from obtaining something that is in their possession.

A dog freezes if she is scared or guarding something, such as food or a toy, or feels cornered.

While training guard dogs to a «professional» level is something that you are likely to need help with, using some basic tips and tricks it's possible for most people to give their pets some guard dog instincts that may at least deter thieves who are put off by the sound of a deep growl and barking.

The dog can also be roughhousing too hard or guarding something or someone that they love.