Is there such a thing as a bad dog breed?
Is there such a thing as a bad dog breed?
If you’ve read my post, Breed Stereotyping – Why It’s Harmful, and Why We Need to Fight It, then you know that I am firmly of the belief that there is no such thing as an inherently “bad” breed of dog. Sadly, though, some dog breeds have really bad reputations, and are even believed to be prone to turn on their owners.
What are the worst things you can do to a dog?
1. Expect Him to Do Things Just Because You Tell Him To 2. Punish Your Dog for Doing What You Want Him to Do 3. Bribing 4. Mixing Business With Pleasure 5. Rubbing His Nose in It 6. Allowing Him to Jump on People 7. Inconsistent Leash Rules 8. Ignoring Barking 9. Unfair Crating 10. Encouraging “Counter Surfing” 11. Letting Him Beg 12. Being Lazy
Why are some dogs more dangerous than others?
These dogs are confident, independent and bred for world-class protection of any family. On the flip side, they can be suspicious and aloof around strangers. They’ll sometimes perceive unfamiliar people as “dangerous,” whether they are or not. As a result, their protective instincts kick in and they will probably attack to defend.
Why do some dogs have a bad reputation?
Well, because her landlord has decided that her sweet, gentle Doberman might be a danger to the neighborhood kids. This is despite the fact that this dog is best friend to, and protector of, a six-month-old child, and has never shown even the slightest bit of aggression toward anyone at all.
If you’ve read my post, Breed Stereotyping – Why It’s Harmful, and Why We Need to Fight It, then you know that I am firmly of the belief that there is no such thing as an inherently “bad” breed of dog. Sadly, though, some dog breeds have really bad reputations, and are even believed to be prone to turn on their owners.
1. Expect Him to Do Things Just Because You Tell Him To 2. Punish Your Dog for Doing What You Want Him to Do 3. Bribing 4. Mixing Business With Pleasure 5. Rubbing His Nose in It 6. Allowing Him to Jump on People 7. Inconsistent Leash Rules 8. Ignoring Barking 9. Unfair Crating 10. Encouraging “Counter Surfing” 11. Letting Him Beg 12. Being Lazy
These dogs are confident, independent and bred for world-class protection of any family. On the flip side, they can be suspicious and aloof around strangers. They’ll sometimes perceive unfamiliar people as “dangerous,” whether they are or not. As a result, their protective instincts kick in and they will probably attack to defend.
Can a bad owner make a good dog?
A dog that has been abused and tortured in order to make it mean might. A bad owner will make a bad dog – a good owner will not. Just as an example, a friend of mine has just been told that she has 30 days to get rid of her dog, or find another place to live. Why?