Resource Guarding
Everything you need to know about resource guarding in dogs
Everything you need to know about resource guarding in dogs Posted on 25th November 2024 Your dog stops eating and gives a low growl when you approach them. You notice they have stolen another sock and when they see you, they run off and hide with it. You try and move your dog off the…
Read MoreThe Importance of Sleep in Managing Guarding and Aggressive Behaviours Blog
The Importance of Sleep in Managing Guarding and Aggressive Behaviours Posted on 8th August 2024 Resource guarding and aggression is a significant concern for many of you. It can manifest in various forms, from growling and snapping to biting and attacking. While numerous factors contribute to aggressive behaviour in dogs, one often overlooked aspect is…
Read MoreAre Cockapoos prone to resource guarding?
Are Cockapoos prone to resource guarding? Posted on 8th July 2024 Cockapoo forums and groups are full of questions about individual dogs who guard resources – food, toys, chews, space, their own bodies and people. The advice given is often dangerous and leads to an increase in aggression when techniques are implemented. So, are Cockapoos…
Read MoreResource Guarding – what can you ask your breeder to do?
Resource Guarding in Dogs : What can you ask your breeder to do? Posted on 12th February 2024 Puppies can learn to resource guard from as early as 4 weeks old when they are weaning and fully mobile. We know that puppies raised in poor conditions such as puppy farms or dirty environments are more…
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