Through years of working with dogs and their owners, I’ve often encountered clients who believe their dogs show no warning signs before becoming aggressive. While it may appear that way, in most cases, there are indeed very subtle signs indicating the dog is uncomfortable or stressed in the situation. The majority of dogs naturally display appropriate "early warning signals" of discomfort—such as avoiding eye contact, stiffening, lip licking, or moving away.
Aggression in dogs is one of the most discussed and sometimes most misunderstood behaviors. It's important to understand that aggression isn't a character flaw or dominance, but a form of communication. Through aggression, the dog tries to communicate that it feels threatened, insecure, or overstimulated.
Are these signals below always agression? No, You must see these signs in the context of the whole picture of the dog and the circumstances the dog is in.
We're often asked if using a clicker works during training. We have a short answer to this question and that's a YES >> BUT !!
However:
Before you can use a clicker, you'll need to do a lot of special training without a dog.
The clicker only works if you use it the right way during training at precisely the right moment. If you use it too early or you miss the exact moment, and therefore too late, a clicker completely misses its intended purpose.
What Every Owner Should Know:
Training your dog is one of the most important things you can do to build a healthy and happy relationship. However, even the most well-meaning dog owners make mistakes that can slow down progress, cause confusion for their dog or create unwanted behavior.
Below are some of the most common training mistakes and how to avoid them: