Of all the behaviors boarding and daycare personnel experience, dogs’ aggression can be difficult and frequently dangerous. Dogs become aggressive for multiple reasons including fear, pain, dominance and illness, writes Steven Applebaum. Understanding root causes is critical to treating any problem, as aggression is often a symptom of an underlying factor. Aggressive behavior can be difficult to address without a great deal of specialized experience, he warns.
Source: Pet Boarding & Daycare, November 1, 2019. Link.
Facilities who are seriously considering allowing aggressive dogs to board with them need to work with a trainer or behavioral specialist who has done this before and comes with impeccable references. What’s more, you will need to make certain that only trained people have contact with these dogs.” Steven Applebaum
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