Aggression in Dogs (a study)

[Ivan]

http://phys.org/news/2014-02-aggressive-dog.html

[LexieLuvr]

Interesting, thanks.

[lucerogina]

Very good article. Thanks for sharing.


Loving my Elliott,
Gina

[Alex's Mom]

What an excellent article, Ivan!! Very balanced (right down to the critique of the study method). I couldn't agree more...it's more about how they're raised than what they are. I wanted to argue about the rescued dogs stat, but I suppose if you're using their parameters, and since you don't know their history prior to coming into rescue often, it does make sense. A terrific counter to BSL!!!!!

[mom2reds]

I take issue with the shelter dog stat too. All three of my doxies came from rescue (all adopted as adults 4yrs, 4yrs, and 9yrs old) not one of them had/have an agressive bone in their bodies. I also volunteered at an all breed rescue for years and I don't remember agression being an issue. Most reputable rescues do behavior tests and strive not to adopt out agressive/dangerous dogs. It looks like that stat is from someone from AKC so there might be some bias there.

Aside from that I agree with their conclusion that it's more about the owner than the dog or breed. This study is a good argument for training and socialization early in the dog's life. IMO a well socialized dog is a happy dog.

[lucerogina]

Elliott is my first rescue. I was told he was an owner surrender. He was very underweight and affection aggressive but 2 months later he acts like he has been a part of our lives since birth. I wonder what time in a pups rescue they evaluated them. It isn't fair to judge them at the time they are brought in. Any animal would be aggressive if evaluated right out of a traumatic situation.


Loving my Elliott,
Gina

[lucerogina]

Just because we all love pics. A sweet pic of my boy to break up the stressful topic.


Loving my Elliott,
Gina

[lotsadox]

I take issue with the shelter dog stat too. All three of my doxies came from rescue (all adopted as adults 4yrs, 4yrs, and 9yrs old) not one of them had/have an agressive bone in their bodies. I also volunteered at an all breed rescue for years and I don't remember agression being an issue. Most reputable rescues do behavior tests and strive not to adopt out agressive/dangerous dogs. It looks like that stat is from someone from AKC so there might be some bias there.

Aside from that I agree with their conclusion that it's more about the owner than the dog or breed. This study is a good argument for training and socialization early in the dog's life. IMO a well socialized dog is a happy dog.

I agree. There does seem to be some bias there.

[bittyup]

All of my dogs are or have been rescues. I had no issues with Nero except for her anxiety which I would have as well if I was in a cement run for 9 months. I signed her up immediately for group training lessons and she had a blast and enjoyed the attention and companionship so much we went right on with all the classes and got a CGC and started her agility classes.She is preparing to do therapy now. Dox needed medical attention but sweetness was his middle name. Aside from that I really enjoyed this article ad thanks for shariing. I love studying behavior.