Re: [PyrNet-L] Pyrs with Aggression problems

[BCavins303@aol.com]

Hi,
Our pyr, Angel, has not develped any aggresive tendencies so far.  But, then
again, we treat her with a lot of love.  I think it does help that she has our
golden ret. who is 6 months younger than her to play with.  They have a mock
battle in the family room all the time and one would think its a major dog
fight with all the growling, snarling, and teeth showing.  But, they love to
tussle and have fun.
I, too, would never corner a dog to punish them.  I would think that is asking
for problems.  One thing that we practice is to constantly make both dogs be
obedient to commands.  Everytime they go outside or get a cookie, they are
told to sit first.  They need to know that we are the alpha members of their
pack.  I think they eventually learn.  We also constantly take bones or toys
from their mouthes and then praise them for being so good.  I think its
something that needs to be practiced continually.  But, then again, I also
play with them too.
Dave