Dr. Yin's Animal Behavior and Medicine Blog
Tag: Aggression
Can Spaying Lead to Bad Behavior?
Mar 5th, 2009 – Can spaying lead to bad behavior? Female dogs who are already aggressive may become more reactive after spaying. A modified spay may be the answer. Read More »
Do You Want a Bunny for Easter?
Apr 5th, 2009 – A bunny for Easter seems like the perfect gift but bunnies aren't as easy to house and care for as one might think. Learn their special needs. Read More »
Experts Say Dominance-Based Dog Training Techniques Made Popular By TV Can Contribute to Bites
May 17th, 2009 – Studies show dominance based dog training can spark fear aggression leading to increased bites. Alternative non-confrontational techniques provide a safer, effective... Read More »
May 24th, 2009 – Joggers avoid dogs because dogs frequently like to run after or chase them. Dr. Yin provides tips for joggers as well as for owners of dogs who lunge at runners. Read More »
Dog Bite Prevention: How Kids and Adults Should Greet Dogs Safely
Jun 4th, 2009 – One key to dog bite prevention is that everyone should learn how to greet and interact appropriately with dogs, and recognize when dogs do not want to be greeted. Read More »
Handling Dominance Aggression in Dogs
Jun 10th, 2009 – Dominance aggression in dogs is rare but it does occur. Find out how to reverse your roles without using force, coercion or aggression. Instead start by training Rover... Read More »
Dolphins at Lovina Beach & Monkeys by the Side of the Road
Oct 4th, 2009 – Dr. Yin sees dolphins off Lovina Beach and macaques at the side of the road in Bali. Feeding them is a lesson in how aggressive behavior develops. Read More »
Treatment of Food Aggression in Dogs is About Finesse, Not Force
Oct 18th, 2009 – People commonly try to deal with food aggression in dogs by showing the dog who's boss, but a safer, more reliable method is to use finesse. Train the dog to associate... Read More »
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Preventing Dog Bites by Learning to Greet Dogs Properly
May 17th, 2011 – Preventing dogs bites can be as simple as learning to greet dogs correctly. Dr. Sophia Yin presents 8 tips for approaching, greeting, and interacting with dogs safely. Read More »
Free Dog Bite Prevention Week Resources
May 20th, 2011 – In honor of National Dog Bite Prevention Week, Dr. Sophia Yin presents some unique educational resources including an animated PSA and canine body language poster. Read More »
Preventing Dog Bites: Stop Dog Aggression Before It Starts
Aug 14th, 2011 – When dogs bite, it is rarely out of the blue. Signs usually show up long before the first bite occurs. Read this article to find out how to stop dog aggression before... Read More »
MannersMinder (Treat & Train) Helps Solve Resource Guarding with Other Dogs
Jan 6th, 2012 – The MannersMinder (Treat & Train) can be used to help in multiple dog households. In this case, one owner used it to help fix her dog's resource guarding. Read More »
The Learn to Earn Program: Developing Leadership in Humans and Impulse Control in Dogs
Feb 6th, 2012 – Dr. Yin's version of the Learn to Earn Program teaches humans the leadership skills they will need, as well as teaching impulse control in dogs. From excessive barking... Read More »
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