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Rottweiler Discussions / Re: aggressive dog update

« on: January 03, 2008, 01:01:07 pm »

Hi everyone-I wanted to thank everyone for their advice on my moms rottie. Things are much better. My mom is making him work for everything, ie treats, food etc. He is also no longer allowed on the bed. He seems much calmer and happier and there have been no more incidents. I am glad my mom did not panic and put him down. Thats the advice she seemed to be getting. Hopefully things will remain calm and peaceful.

Rottweiler Discussions / Re: aggressive dog

« on: December 04, 2007, 08:45:40 pm »

Thank you for the advice. I agree the dog was a poor match for my moms household to begin with. My mom has a big heart but unfortunately that is not always the best thing when taking in dogs. My mom felt because we had rotties in the past she could handle it, but that was when my dad was also in the house which made the pack dynamic very different. Kaiser (rottie) is aggressive with the shi tzu. They bark and growl but never actually fight each other.
My mom is still unsure what to do. I am still encouraging her to get a trainer in there. He is really a sweet boy most of the time an would probably make a great pet in a different environment.
This was a sad lesson that being a dog lover and a wanting a big dog doesnt always qualify you as a good home for that dog. Thank you

Rottweiler Discussions / aggressive dog

« on: December 04, 2007, 01:18:07 am »

Hi I am new to the board and looking for any feedback advice etc. My 60 year old mom adopted a 130lb 11yr old rottie about 7 months ago. She also has a beagle and a shi tzu. We have owned 3 rotties before so we know and love the breed. His previous owners made no mention of aggression and got rid of him due to a new marriage and allergies. Well, last night my mom moved him off her spot on the bed and he bit her hand and broke it. She is devastated and confused.
She feels she has to put him down, but she loves him. I know she is not the strongest pack leader and I am worried. My thoughts are she needs to get a trainer in there ASAP. He has shown some aggressive tendencies, he growls when brushed and he nipped me once, I blamed myself because I forget since I dont live with my mom I cant play with him like he is my dog. Any advice, feedback is welcome. We are so upset.