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My female has recently gone into heat and the Pit Bull has attacked the older Jack Russell. But ever since I got the Bull, the Jack Russell has bullied the Pit Bull. He growls when they go to eat or leaves his treats in the floor daring him to take it.
I have since moved the Pit Bull out of the home. I have placed him in a dog lot at my mom's. I just need to know how to handle this situation, I love both of these males they're like my children.
My husband passed away August 13, 2009 he raised the Jack Russell with a firm hand. Since then the Jack Russell has became even more possessive of me. I need help. I love both dogs and I miss the Pit Bull, but I have become afraid of him.
By Tresa from Cherokee, NC
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02/23/2010
I always go to leerburg.com for socializing puppy information and podcasts. They are free and very helpful. Good luck!
Blessings, Robyn
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02/22/2010
With a female in heat (three weeks) is a long time with several males in the house. As small as the female dog is, I'd be careful for her safety with all the males as they could hurt her. Get the male dogs neutered and the female spayed. Hormones change after this process and lessens the attack mode amongst the pack.
The dog who is aggressive should be served his feed bowl last according to the Dog Whisperer. Check out his website as there's a lot to be said about aggression in dogs and between them. Getting an in depth understanding about life among dog packs will help you to form better decisions.
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02/22/2010
You are dealing with a case of k-9 jealousy! The older pet is trying to establish his Alpha dog role and won't tolerate (on his own terms)anyone getting in his way or getting close to you.He will protect you at all costs.You have to make sure each pet has their own space and separate feeding dishes. When he acts up you may try giving him a time out (just as you would a child).Put him in a create, until he calms down.It may take numerous times of doing so before he catches on- but he will finally make the connection bad behavior means time away from the group. Another thing you can try is getting the younger pets out and playing with them -while he watches and slowly incorporate him into your group. By doing so will show him that you are in command and that if he wants to join he will have to accept the others.
My male 3 month old Chi Pin puppy Ozzy is aggressive towards my 3 year old Chi Pin male Buddy. Buddy is very sweet and obedient and we believe he does not want to hurt the puppy.
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