Comments on: Most and Least Aggressive Dogs http://thatdogblog.com/2008/07/15/most-and-least-aggressive-dogs/ For the love of dogs! Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:45:29 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.7 hourly 1 By: That Dog Blog » Golden Retriever Helps Raise Tiger Cubs http://thatdogblog.com/2008/07/15/most-and-least-aggressive-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-280 That Dog Blog » Golden Retriever Helps Raise Tiger Cubs Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:39:09 +0000 http://thatdogblog.com/?p=139#comment-280 [...] The Golden Retriever is one of those quintessential dogs. They’ve got big hearts and gentle demeanors, so it’s no wonder that the breed is so darn popular. [...] [...] The Golden Retriever is one of those quintessential dogs. They’ve got big hearts and gentle demeanors, so it’s no wonder that the breed is so darn popular. [...]

]]> By: Donna http://thatdogblog.com/2008/07/15/most-and-least-aggressive-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-274 Donna Fri, 01 Aug 2008 01:41:51 +0000 http://thatdogblog.com/?p=139#comment-274 I found this study interesting. Some small dogs can be yapping and snappy and some of the larger breeds can be very gentle but when studying canine aggression, the information provided by dog owners is often not detailed and reliable enough for a serious consensus. Aggressive behaviors are natural and normal for dogs but unacceptable for humans. The truth is, all dogs can be provoked or egged on to bite. There is really no such thing as a "bad breed". Most dogs are trainable. The sooner proper training and socialization is started the better, generally in the first 14 weeks making otherwise violent dogs, adorable and gentle. Punishment can be a major contributing factor to aggression. Even an occasional physical rebuke can lead to increased fear, anxiety or defensive behavior. As you pointed out there are three types of aggression: stranger-directed aggression, owner-directed aggression and dog-directed aggression. Here is a short list on the "good, bad and the ugly" based on my knowledge of the characteristics of some dog breeds: Faithful to owners but can be aggressive to strangers: Chow Chows, Papillon, Old English Sheepdogs, Pekingese cranky around kids - Llasa Apso, Chihuahua Collies like to nip at moving things: children, joggers, other animals, bikes and cars but generally are not aggressive. They do; however; make good watchdogs. These sensitive and sweet-natured canines are usually polite with strangers and other pets. Not known for their patience - Dachshunds Jack Russell Terriers are feisty and need early training to prevent biting problems. Toy Poodles may bite people and other animals out of self defense. Giant Schnauzers are very dominant. German Shepherds were on this list of aggressive dogs. What I know of this breed is that they are great with kids, courageous and very loyal. If trained properly, the Shepherd will be extremely gentle to family and guests. Rottweilers are extremely protective of their masters. If they trust you, you'll never have to worry. Great Danes, while large in size, are generally kind and affectionate. As you pointed out a small dogs' bark is usually worse that its bite which is not necessarily the case with a large dog, which could skew the facts. Not unlike us humans each dog has its own personality but when choosing a dog breed it is nice to know the general characteristics to see if it will be a good fit for your family. I found this study interesting. Some small dogs can be yapping and snappy and
some of the larger breeds can be very gentle but when studying canine aggression, the
information provided by dog owners is often not detailed and reliable enough for a
serious consensus.

Aggressive behaviors are natural and normal for dogs but unacceptable for humans.
The truth is, all dogs can be provoked or egged on to bite. There is
really no such thing as a “bad breed”. Most dogs are trainable. The sooner proper training
and socialization is started the better, generally in the first 14 weeks making
otherwise violent dogs, adorable and gentle.

Punishment can be a major contributing factor to aggression. Even an occasional
physical rebuke can lead to increased fear, anxiety or defensive behavior.

As you pointed out there are three types of aggression: stranger-directed aggression,
owner-directed aggression and dog-directed aggression.

Here is a short list on the “good, bad and the ugly” based on my knowledge of the
characteristics of some dog breeds:

Faithful to owners but can be aggressive to strangers: Chow Chows, Papillon, Old
English Sheepdogs, Pekingese

cranky around kids - Llasa Apso, Chihuahua

Collies like to nip at moving things: children, joggers, other animals, bikes and
cars but generally are not aggressive. They do; however; make good watchdogs. These sensitive
and sweet-natured canines are usually polite with strangers and other pets.

Not known for their patience - Dachshunds

Jack Russell Terriers are feisty and need early training to prevent biting problems.

Toy Poodles may bite people and other animals out of self defense.

Giant Schnauzers are very dominant.

German Shepherds were on this list of aggressive dogs. What I know of this breed
is that they are great with kids, courageous and very loyal. If trained properly,
the Shepherd will be extremely gentle to family and guests.

Rottweilers are extremely protective of their masters. If they trust you, you’ll
never have to worry.

Great Danes, while large in size, are generally kind and affectionate.

As you pointed out a small dogs’ bark is usually worse that its bite which is not necessarily
the case with a large dog, which could skew the facts.

Not unlike us humans each dog has its own personality but when choosing a dog breed it
is nice to know the general characteristics to see if it will be a good fit for your
family.

]]> By: That Dog Blog » Greatest American Dog Theories http://thatdogblog.com/2008/07/15/most-and-least-aggressive-dogs/comment-page-1/#comment-260 That Dog Blog » Greatest American Dog Theories Thu, 24 Jul 2008 01:15:13 +0000 http://thatdogblog.com/?p=139#comment-260 [...] the show has already backed up these findings, as a Jack Russell Terrier bit an English Bull [...] [...] the show has already backed up these findings, as a Jack Russell Terrier bit an English Bull [...]

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