I dunno where to put this thread at since there's no animal forum add in here yet, please move it if you feel it not the correct place to put it, Thank you!
In Sydney, N.S.W., Australia, a pet pit bull terrier killed a two-month-old infant while his mother was doing household chores. She had left the child alone with the dog "only for a moment."
In Sheung Shui, South China, family members watched helplessly as eight-year-old Liu Wing-yan was attacked and killed by a Great Dane. The girl bled to death after being bitten in the neck.
These reports are a chilling testament to what has become a growing health concern throughout the world. Health authorities report that more than one million people are bitten each year, but this number probably represents only half the actual bites; the rest go unreported.
While there is no international tracking of dog bites, many countries including Australia, Canada, England, Denmark, Germany, the United States and many more have implemented restrictions regarding "dangerous dogs" to stem the attacks. Many people have been frightened by the growing media reports of dog attacks, but most don't see their own dog as a threat.
Dogs may be "man's best friend," but they may also bite the hand that feeds them.
This is truly a serious public health problem that requires much greater attention and investment in resources. It's a message that is being repeated in different languages around the world: the necessity for responsible dog ownership. Dog owners have a moral obligation to learn about their dogs, if they wish to keep and to handle them!
It is not a dog problem; it's a people problem. The major cause of dog bites is the irresponsibility of the owners.
Aggression in dogs is the most serious behavior problem that pet owners must deal with, and it is largely preventable if the owner understands canine behavior and the factors that influence the development of aggressive behavior. Dog owners who learn to read and understand the body postures and vocalizations of their pets can adapt their own actions and training methods accordingly. Knowledge of dog behavior helps to understand and prevent canine aggression.
Puppies rose in cages and pet-shops where they receive very little human handling will often remain shy of people, particularly if not sold prior to 14 weeks of age. They may always be fearful or aggressive, especially under stressful conditions.
Environment - living conditions, lack of socialization, excessive punishment, being attacked or frightened by an aggressive dog, being spoiled or given too much unwarranted praise by owners, being tied up and isolated from human contact or being exposed to frequent teasing by children -can also influence aggression.
The subtle signs of dominance usually go unnoticed or are explained away until the dog bites the human. The owner blames the dog for biting "for no reason." These dogs frequently end up at animal shelters and are destroyed because their owners misunderstood the development of aggressive behavior.
The first rule for preventing problems is to match the right breed and puppy to the right owner. In other words, the Rottweiler or Doberman is not a suitable breed for a meek or mild owner looking for a tough, aggressive dog; the Dalmatian and the Labrador Retriever do not fit sedentary lifestyles; the Dachshund or the Shi-Tzu do not like boisterous, rowdy children, etc.
Aggression prevention includes early socialization.The puppy should be part of the family pack and should learn to accept delivery people, repairmen, and other strangers. Once they have been vaccinated against the common canine diseases, puppies should be exposed to non-aggressive dogs so they learn that other dogs as well as other people are friendly.
Please remember this, if you don't remember anything else: Once a dog has reached dominant status, punishment cannot be used to correct a dominant aggressive dog!
Your dog is aggressive if you see the following symptoms:
Excessive barking;
A tendency to snarl, growl, or snap to protect food;
Over-protectiveness of possessions;
Fearfulness in new situations or around strangers;
Severe attacks on other animals, such as cats or livestock;
Attempts to mount people or other dogs;
Snapping and snarling when petted, groomed, or lifted;
Frequent attempts to chase moving objects such as bicycles, cars and trucks; Repeated escapes from home and long periods spent roaming free
A professional animal behaviorist must handle treating aggressive behavior, immediately! You may contact our Behavior Center at 736440 for more information.
http://doggiesparadise.com/dominance.shtml
In Sydney, N.S.W., Australia, a pet pit bull terrier killed a two-month-old infant while his mother was doing household chores. She had left the child alone with the dog "only for a moment."
In Sheung Shui, South China, family members watched helplessly as eight-year-old Liu Wing-yan was attacked and killed by a Great Dane. The girl bled to death after being bitten in the neck.
These reports are a chilling testament to what has become a growing health concern throughout the world. Health authorities report that more than one million people are bitten each year, but this number probably represents only half the actual bites; the rest go unreported.
While there is no international tracking of dog bites, many countries including Australia, Canada, England, Denmark, Germany, the United States and many more have implemented restrictions regarding "dangerous dogs" to stem the attacks. Many people have been frightened by the growing media reports of dog attacks, but most don't see their own dog as a threat.
Dogs may be "man's best friend," but they may also bite the hand that feeds them.
This is truly a serious public health problem that requires much greater attention and investment in resources. It's a message that is being repeated in different languages around the world: the necessity for responsible dog ownership. Dog owners have a moral obligation to learn about their dogs, if they wish to keep and to handle them!
It is not a dog problem; it's a people problem. The major cause of dog bites is the irresponsibility of the owners.
Aggression in dogs is the most serious behavior problem that pet owners must deal with, and it is largely preventable if the owner understands canine behavior and the factors that influence the development of aggressive behavior. Dog owners who learn to read and understand the body postures and vocalizations of their pets can adapt their own actions and training methods accordingly. Knowledge of dog behavior helps to understand and prevent canine aggression.
Puppies rose in cages and pet-shops where they receive very little human handling will often remain shy of people, particularly if not sold prior to 14 weeks of age. They may always be fearful or aggressive, especially under stressful conditions.
Environment - living conditions, lack of socialization, excessive punishment, being attacked or frightened by an aggressive dog, being spoiled or given too much unwarranted praise by owners, being tied up and isolated from human contact or being exposed to frequent teasing by children -can also influence aggression.
The subtle signs of dominance usually go unnoticed or are explained away until the dog bites the human. The owner blames the dog for biting "for no reason." These dogs frequently end up at animal shelters and are destroyed because their owners misunderstood the development of aggressive behavior.
The first rule for preventing problems is to match the right breed and puppy to the right owner. In other words, the Rottweiler or Doberman is not a suitable breed for a meek or mild owner looking for a tough, aggressive dog; the Dalmatian and the Labrador Retriever do not fit sedentary lifestyles; the Dachshund or the Shi-Tzu do not like boisterous, rowdy children, etc.
Aggression prevention includes early socialization.The puppy should be part of the family pack and should learn to accept delivery people, repairmen, and other strangers. Once they have been vaccinated against the common canine diseases, puppies should be exposed to non-aggressive dogs so they learn that other dogs as well as other people are friendly.
Please remember this, if you don't remember anything else: Once a dog has reached dominant status, punishment cannot be used to correct a dominant aggressive dog!
Your dog is aggressive if you see the following symptoms:
Excessive barking;
A tendency to snarl, growl, or snap to protect food;
Over-protectiveness of possessions;
Fearfulness in new situations or around strangers;
Severe attacks on other animals, such as cats or livestock;
Attempts to mount people or other dogs;
Snapping and snarling when petted, groomed, or lifted;
Frequent attempts to chase moving objects such as bicycles, cars and trucks; Repeated escapes from home and long periods spent roaming free
A professional animal behaviorist must handle treating aggressive behavior, immediately! You may contact our Behavior Center at 736440 for more information.
http://doggiesparadise.com/dominance.shtml
...I haven't heard of that story before, I couldn't believe that his father and his gf heard this little boy's cry and didn't stop it, makes me wonder what is going through his mind at that moment....I'm sad to hear that this boy died...it's the most sick thing I ever heard in my entire life :| 