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Aggression In Dogs

DOG TRAINING TODAY with WILL BANGURA: Science-Based, Vet-Endorsed Advice for Pet Parents, Kids & Family, Pets and Animals, and Dog Training Professionals. This is a Education & How To Dog Training Podcast.

Looking for a science-based, vet-endorsed dog training podcast that is perfect for kids, families, and pets of all ages, even other Dog Trainers and Pet Professionals? Look no further than Dog... more

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In this episode of Dog Training Today, Dog Behaviorist Will Bangura explains one of the most misunderstood forms of resource guarding: when a dog guards access to a pet parent, family member, couch, bed, lap, or preferred pers... more

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We break down the “balanced training” myth and explain why corrections suppress behavior without teaching, while force-free methods build reliable habits by changing a dog’s emotional state. We share science, real-world steps,... more

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In this episode of Dog Training Today, certified canine behaviorist Will Bangura, M.S., CAB-ICB, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, FFCP, tackles one of the most common—and consequential—mistakes pet parents make when attempting behavior modif... more

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Will Bangura
A certified canine behaviorist and overall dog behavior expert with a focus on science-based training methods. Will provides practical advice and tips on dog training, behavior modification, and fostering positive relationships between pets and their owners.

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When Dogs Guard People: Resource Guarding a Pet Parent
Q: Is this a dominance problem?
No; resource guarding is not best explained as dominance. It's about access, distance, emotional state, and learning history; understanding function leads to a safer plan.
When Dogs Guard People: Resource Guarding a Pet Parent
Q: What should I do first?
Prevent the situation from repeating (change couch/bed access, separate resting spaces), then observe the triggers and body language, and begin behavior modification, preferably with professional guidance if there's aggression risk.
When Dogs Guard People: Resource Guarding a Pet Parent
Q: Can this be fixed?
Many cases can improve significantly, but the goal is reduced risk, better emotional responses, safer routines, and alternative behaviors; some dogs may still require ongoing management in certain contexts.
When Dogs Guard People: Resource Guarding a Pet Parent
Q: Should I let my dogs work it out?
No, especially when one dog guards access to a person. Letting them work it out can lead to rehearsal and escalation; use management, distance, reinforcement, and structured routines.
When Dogs Guard People: Resource Guarding a Pet Parent
Q: Should I punish my dog for growling?
No. Do not punish the growl; instead increase distance, reduce pressure, identify the trigger, and create a training plan to change the predictor of the approach.

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