Many things can cause aggressive behaviour in my breed of Tibetan Spaniels.  It might be due to a dominance related issue between you and me, or it might be a trigger that was never properly dealt with from my puppy days – such as an attack by another tibetan spaniel. Whatever is causing this aggression it must be addressed quickly.

Where does this aggressive behaviour comes from?

Tibetan spaniel aggression can start as young as 6 weeks of age, a crucial age when a puppy should be mixing with other dogs and given the necessary training that keeps them from biting other people. This time of meeting new doggy friends should last until we turns 14 weeks of age and can be even longer depending how we do.

One thing to remember is to never take a Tibetan Spaniel puppy away from its litter before 8 weeks of age. Never use harsh discipline with the puppy between 8 and 10 weeks and make sure the tibetan spaniel is very gently treated in that time. Hitting, yelling or other harsh punishments at a young age can breed aggressive behaviour in tibetan spaniels over time.

Actual aggression can be triggered by any number of factors. Heredity and genetics are certainly factors – some breeds can be more aggressive than others – but it is by no means a hard fast rule. Additionally, tibetan spaniels that have not been neutered or spayed can be more prone to aggressive tendencies.

The most important factor in creating aggressive behaviour in tibetan spaniels is their environment. A tibetan spaniel that has poor living conditions, harsh masters, no mixing with other dogs and people, or that has been frightened or attacked by another dog is far more likely to be aggressive as it ages.

Stopping and Controlling Aggressive Behaviour in Tibetan Spaniels

Tibetan Spaniel Aggression can grow from the need to establish a pack pecking order. Biting, posturing, and other aggressive tendencies are often the result of a tibetan spaniel testing for dominance. You’ll need to establish your  dominance as a pack leader and maintain that position.

Make sure you train your tibetan spaniel to respond to your commands, control feeding and walking times, and make sure you are the strong leader in the house. If you defer to the tibetan spaniel or allow it to take liberties in your home, it will exhibit stronger aggression toward others.

If your tibetan spaniel is defensive-aggressive, they may strike out at a person in fear. The reason for this is that they have not been properly socialised. So keep them away from small children and attend a training session to help your tibbie to change their behaviour.

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