Sentences with phrase «for aggressive dog breeds»

People expressing a preference for aggressive dog breeds scored higher for conscientiousness on a personality test than did those who liked gentler dogs.

Not exact matches

Pets As mentioned earlier, certain dog breeds with a reputation for being aggressive can be more expensive, or impossible, to insure.

The study noted that confirmation lines across all breeds were more aggressive than dogs bred for work.

Aggressive towards strange dogs, which is typical for many of the northern spitz breeds.

For the most part, the French Bulldog breed as a whole is not very dog aggressive, but you have to judge each individual and not stereotype them.

If you're searching for a family dog, be sure you do not purchase your pit bull from a breeder who may have selectively chosen fighting bloodlines, as dogs with such bloodlines were bred from individuals selected because of aggressive behavior.

This breed tends to be aggressive towards other dogs and people when they encroach on its property, for this reason the Rottweiler should have a fenced - in yard to roam around in.

However, after these sports became illegal, then these dogs were used for dog fighting, which is why the breed has been known as an aggressive breed.

This means that when fearful and aggressive dogs are used for breeding, they subsequently pass on these traits to their pups.

Proper training and socialization are very important for this breed as a lack thereof can result in a very aggressive dog.

We offer grooming, shaving and styling cuts for all the breeds of dogs, extra large or small, young or old, quiet our active, friendly or aggressive.

BSL stands for breed - specific legislation, which places restrictions on owning certain breeds of dogs, usually bull terrier breeds and mixes stereotyped for being aggressive.

Starting when the dog is still small and non-threatening is important, particularly with breeds that grow very large, or with breeds that have a reputation for being very aggressive.

It's especially important to address such issues in breeds with a history of being aggressive, since shyness and this defensive reaction could prove to be a deadly combination for both the dog and others.

The Center for Disease Control, the Department of Justice, the American Veterinary Medical Association, the National Animal Control Association, and the American Bar Association have all spoken AGAINST labeling dogs as «dangerous» or «aggressive» based solely on breed.

It took hundreds of years of selective breeding to create dogs aggressive enough that they were fit for bull - and bear - baiting.

Actually their are in true history, for example the pit bull was actually know to be highly aggressive because it was mainly associated how within the brain of the dog, that it would attack with out realizing, but this mainly is associated because it is a cross bred dog...

While it is indestructible for most heavy chewing breeds like Labradors, these best KONG dog toys may not survive aggressive chewers like pit bulls, as have been the experience of some customers.

But as I've noted, sadly, the breeders of at least 2 of the breeds - formerly - famous - for - protection - instincts — Dobes and Rottweilers — HAVE made a concerted efforts to make them less «aggressive» and seem to have managed to create dogs that are shy, skittish and indifferent to threats.

The German Shepherd breed can often get a bad reputation for being aggressive, especially since they are often used as police dogs on forces all throughout the world.

Early dog breeders saw that (by the way, if you ever go to all breed, or specialty dog show, terriers receive demerits if they are NOT aggressive) if they bred the largest TERRIER they could find with the English Bulldog (for those big old jaws) that they could produce — guess what?

People have been trying to breed the aggressive out of the dog for the most part anyway.

Dogs like the pit bull have a bloody track record, but their owners — not the dogs — should be the focus of local and state laws, a national expert on canine attacks said Saturday.Randall Lockwood, director of higher education programs for the Humane Society of the United States, frowns on legislation that bans breeds like the pit bull but supports laws that penalize owners for not taking precautions with aggressive animDogs like the pit bull have a bloody track record, but their owners — not the dogs — should be the focus of local and state laws, a national expert on canine attacks said Saturday.Randall Lockwood, director of higher education programs for the Humane Society of the United States, frowns on legislation that bans breeds like the pit bull but supports laws that penalize owners for not taking precautions with aggressive animdogs — should be the focus of local and state laws, a national expert on canine attacks said Saturday.Randall Lockwood, director of higher education programs for the Humane Society of the United States, frowns on legislation that bans breeds like the pit bull but supports laws that penalize owners for not taking precautions with aggressive animals.

This can be directly attributed to the number of backyard breeders who, having recognized the Pit Bull's natural strength and courage, decided to begin breeding the most aggressive specimens they could find to develop dogs for the illegal fighting trade.

Pit bulls are the dog of choice right now for those idiots that want a mean dog, which has historically changed breeds (rottweilers, german shepards, etc.) which demonstrates that it is NOT the genetic make - up of an entire breed that creates violent, aggressive behaviours as much as it is the environment the dog is breeded and trained in.

For further, in - depth information on handling aggressive behavior in Bulldogs and other breeds, check out Secrets to Dog Training.

THIS TYPE OF TRAINING IS NORMAL dog training for professional dog trainers when dealing with aggressive breeds.

Breeds that can be aggressive or territorial usually are not recommended for service dog work.

He is one of the more commonly banned dog breeds that is considered naturally aggressive yet the United Kennel Club describes him as ``... not the best choice for a guard dog since they are extremely friendly, even with strangers.

Pit bull terrier dogs and puppies are the most frequently and unjustly targeted by breed discriminatory legislation as inherently vicious, aggressive and dangerous, though this is not the case, as shown by research, studies and policies from the National Canine Research Council, the Center for Disease Control and the American Bar Association.

Often making the list of banned dog breeds, this handsome boy originated in the U.K., is a mix of Terrier and Bulldog and is considered part of the «pit bull» breed that is experiencing bans and restrictions for being aggressive.

Bad breeding practices may or may not pass on a genetic tendency towards aggression, but many irresponsible breeders looking to produce «tough» dogs will specifically breed for aggressive traits.

But the consensus seems to be that it is a combination of the dog breed that you start with and how you treat it that ultimately determines whether or not you will have a bad or aggressive dog (click here for more about that).

There are some breeds of dogs which statistically have a tendency to be more aggressive (click here for more about that), and there are some characteristics of owners that seem to be more associated with aggressive dogs (click here for more about that).

A temperament evaluation may be required for large breeds or dogs that display aggressive tendencies, and German Shepherds are listed as aggressive.

Bred for fighting an aggressive prey, the Mastiff gradually became a bull baiting dog or the Bull - dog.

Some fear that crossing the two breeds will result in an aggressive dog, but with proper training, these dogs can be excellent companions for the entire family.

Some dogs are specifically bred for the wrong reasons and can inherit bad temperaments or even aggressive tendencies.

For this reason Pit Bulldogs, American Bulldogs, Staffordshire Terriers, and mixes of these breeds or any other aggressive dogs are not allowed.

These culled dogs were probably not naturally more aggressive towards humans than their bred counterparts but their bite threshold may have been much lower, meaning that it did not take much for them to turn around and bite their handler.

Important Notice: Due to insurance restrictions and for the safety of all owners and their dogs no overly aggressive dogs or breeds — such as pit bulldogs — are allowed in class.

We can not accept a dog or cat that we feel, in our view, is not adoptable that will have to warehoused for the rest of its life.We can not accept or adopt aggressive breeds such as pit bulls or pit bull mixes.

The researchers for this report concluded that the view that aggressive potential is linked to dog breed is of «serious concern,» as experience, socialization, training, health, and victim behavior all play roles in a dog's potential for aggression.

Isolating a Great Dane to a fenced yard and dog house for instance, because your desire was a Giant, mean, aggressive guard dog is cruelty to the breed and will surely ruin a loving Dane.

We work with dogs of all ages, breeds, and temperaments and do everything from puppy training to basic obedience, from refresher courses for older dogs to behavioral modification on aggressive dogs.

These dogs that are aggressive are so because of mishandling, lack of knowledgeable owners, terrible misconceptions about the origins of behaviors in their dogs, and massive «breedism» that blames the breed of the dog for its behavior.

American Pit Bull Terrier / American Staffordshire Terrier - These dogs were originally bred for bull baiting and dog fighting, and as a result are predisposed to be aggressive to other animals.

For years, experts have said that if you focus on breeds, or types of dogs, that irresponsible owners, or people who want aggressive dogs, will turn to other breeds.

In general, we are likely to choose dogs which: - meet our practical needs - e.g. for protection - parallel our values; some people may not buy breeds such as Rottweillers because they don't want to be seen as aggressive or dominant personalities themselves - complement or reflect our emotional needs; - someone in need of loyalty and affection is likely to choose a Border Collie or Labrador for example.

This dog breed is not aggressive but is so large and strong that he is not suited for some environments and owners.