Dog Aggression - Fighting

Veterinarian and animal behaviorist Dr. Ian Dunbar addresses the two most worrisome behavior problems any dog owner can face- dogs that bite and dogs that fight. In his characteristically entertaining and enlightening style, Dr. Dunbar offers a thoughtful analysis of why dogs fight, outlining numerous common-sense preventative measures and a variety of practical remedial training techniques. Dr. Dunbar's goal is to make every dog a friendly dog. Topics include: The causes of dog-to-dog aggression in the context of pack hierarchy. How to assess whether a dog has a serious and dangerous fighting problem. How castration defuses aggressive encounters. How to use precise timing, praise and reprimands to reduce and phase out aggression and build up a dog's confidence and social contact. 60 minutes. 1998, DVD.