How to Treat Aggression in your Dog or Cat
Snarling, biting, barking, hissing are all signs of a pet's anger, however surfaced or however hidden. All the same, if your pet dog or cat is exhibiting any symptoms of aggression, there is a natural remedy to treating such ill-fated behaviours.Canine Aggression
Aggressive behaviour can can occur when a dog is trying to protect its possessions or in the presence of unfamiliar people or animals. Dogs with an aggression problem may also behave in this way when groomed or lifted. These dogs may also attack other animals, including cats or farm animals, and may have a tendency to chase moving objects such as bicycles, motorcycles, and cars. It is also common for overly aggressive dogs to make frequent escape attempts from their home or yard.
In addition to these acts and behaviors, dogs with aggressive behaviours also tend to display certain postures that are the same or similar to many fear postures. For example, such canines will often flatten their ears and lower their head when faced with a trigger of their aggression. Raising their hackles, wrinkling their muzzle, and pulling back their lips are also postures commonly displayed by overly aggressive canines. Even if your dog has not yet attacked people or other animals, if he or she is exhibiting any of the above symptoms and behavior, you may have an aggression problem on your hands. Although it may not seem serious to begin with, this behavior often escalates with time, with very unfortunate results.Common Symptoms of Aggression in Dogs
Altered behavior only when you, the owner, are not present
Distress vocalization (barking, howling)
Destructiveness (chewing furniture, digging, scratching) and self-trauma
Inappropriate elimination (urinary or fecal)
Some dog breeds are naturally more aggressive than others and some dogs may display aggressive behavior as the result of fear because they have had little exposure to other dogs or people.
Bear in mind though, sometimes dogs are simply aggressive because they are in discomfort or pain, so it is always best to first have your dog checked by your veterinarian, especially if canine aggression is an unusual characteristic for your four-legged friend.Feline Aggression
Cat aggression is a common issue that many pet owners must confront. Such situations can be negative and upsetting. To understand your cat's situation better, please note that they instinctively live by territorial boundaries and will naturally seek to protect themselves. This does not excuse such type of behaviour while living in a domestic home, so treating such occurences early on is the best way to go. In order to make this possible, it's helpful to be familiar with some of the common warning signs of aggressive cat behavior:
Common Symptoms of Aggression in Cats
Biting
Defecating outside the litter box
Scratching
Urinating
Visible signs - e.g. ears pointing forward or to the sides while its pupils appear as slits or with only a slightly rounded shape
Yowling
A cat displaying offensive aggression also tends to hold its rump higher than the rest of its body and will lock its eyes upon its target. The cat's tail tends to be held downward, with the tip swishing from side to side. A low growl may also be emitted.
In the case of defensive reactions, a cat's ears will typically lie flat against its head and its pupils will be dilated. Under such circumstances, a cat will usually assume a crouched posture, and the hair on its body and tail may puff up. The cat's tail will either be held under its body or curved to the side, and its claws will be out. Rather than growling, cats exhibiting defensive aggression tend to spit and hiss. On the other hand, predatory aggression is generally not characterized by such significant mood changes. For this type of aggression, intense concentration, stalking, crouching, and springing are typical behaviors.
Again, these forms of aggressive behavior are perfectly normal in certain situations. However, if your cat's aggression is increasing, seems unusual, or is becoming problematic, it's a good idea to consult a veterinarian or qualified animal behaviorist. When dealt with appropriately, such problems can often be effectively remedied, restoring peace to both you and your pet.PetWellbeing's natural products can help remedy your dog or cat's aggression:
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