Dog Behavior Problems: Help! My Dog is a Nuisance
When he Misbehaves!
Moses Chia
How many times have I hear fellow dog owners say, I hate it when
he barks non stop… or he utterly embarrassed me when he mounts
people’s leg. Dog owners usually have no problems to fill in
tons of their dog behavioral problems into the above statements.
I have to admit that I feel disappointed, even sad whenever I
hear dog owners say that statement. Why? Because, these owners
have failed to see things from their dog’s prospective! To put it
simply, I should say that they don’t understand their dogs at
all.
Dogs do not misbehave because they're spiteful, or are out to
annoy or anger you. They just behave in a manner which is
expected of a dog!
The fact is that dog behavioral problems that we can’t stand are
not problems at all to the dogs. In fact, do you know that dogs
“misbehave” for a reason or two? To list a few:
1. Dogs bark because they have something to say, something to
tell you.
2. Dogs dig because they smell something underneath the ground.
3. Dogs chew because they are teething and are feeling
uncomfortable.
4. Dogs chase after moving objects because they are following its
instinct.
5. Dogs turn aggressive because they want to protect you.
For your information, most dogs actually misbehaved (in our eyes)
because of the lack of care, concern and training from their very
own owners:
1. Health Issue – Many behaviorists & dog trainers believe that
at least 20% of all behavior problems are related to the dog’s
health in some way or another. For all that you might know. Your
dog could be misbehaving because he is sick or in pain. Bring him
to the vet for a thorough check-up if he misbehaves suddenly when
he has always been a good dog.
2. Imbalance Diet – Feeding your dog the wrong food, with too
high in protein, fat or carbohydrates is known to cause
hyperactivity. Sugars, starches and many other factors in your
dog’s diet can also cause behavioral problems in your dog. Always
read the label of the food before you feed him, seek advice if
necessary. Remember that dogs need different type of food in
different stages of their life.
3. Exercise - Lack of exercise also cause plentiful of problems.
A dog that doesn’t get enough exercise is unhealthy and tends to
be hyperactive, and display destructive behaviors. Dogs depending
on breed type need plentiful of exercises - Do consider this
factor before you get a puppy.
4. Lack of Leadership – I can’t stress enough on the importance of
the leadership issue. Dogs display TONS of behavioral problems
when they lack a leader. Aggressive & destructive behaviors, leg
lifting, marking, mounting, barking & etc… It’s very important
that you assume the role of the alpha leader!
You must understand that all dog develop behavior problems. These
dog behavior problems never develop in a vacuum. They are always
the outcome of the interaction between a dog and its environment,
including you! Most canine behavioral problems can be controlled
if not solved completely. You just got to put in some effort and
understand that prevention is better than cure.
Lastly, do try to see and comprehend things from your dog’s
prospective the next time your dog misbehaves. You’ll soon find
that you love him even more!
Moses Chia is a dog lover and owner of DogsObedienceTraining.com
– The dog training resource site for a happier and healthier dog.
http://dogsobediencetraining.com/
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