February 24, 2008

Dealing With Aggression In Your Pug

I tried to take a toy away from my Pug and he astonished me by growling in protest.
I was shocked by his aggressive display but I knew that this was the moment to stop it permanently. Without saying a word, I took him by the collar and led him to his timeout area.
There was no reason to speak to him, by showing that I was displeased and banishing him, he was able to be alone and understand the gravity in his mistake.
After about ten minutes, I invited him back into my space so long as he behaved.

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