Corgi Personality

The Corgi personality is one that everyone can enjoy. They are a bright, alert and happy breed. They are hard-working, highly trainable and extremely dedicated to the ones they love. The Corgi can be quite bold but should never be shy or vicious. Corgis are not generally considered aggressive and likewise will not tolerate aggression from other dogs. Corgi owners should be concerned if their dog shows any signs of aggression.

Dog aggression can stem from many causes. As a responsible dog owner you need to determine what is causing your dog's behavior and deal with it immediately. Aggression should never be tolerated. Aggressive behavior can be frightening and often times dangerous.

The Source of Aggressive Behavior in Dogs

We can see aggressive behavior in pups as young as 6 weeks of age. From 6 weeks until 14 weeks is a critical time period during which puppies should being to be socialized with kids, adults, and other dogs for short periods of time. Training also needs to begin to insure that the puppy's chewing is appropriate and does not lead to biting.

At 8 weeks of development (no sooner) a puppy is ready to be separated from its mother and litter mates. It also needs to begin socializing with the outside world. From 8 to 12 weeks puppies go through a fear stage. During this time it is very important to make sure to avoid scaring or hurting your dog. Any hitting or loud scolding at this young age can lead to aggressive behavior.

Heredity and genetics can play a roll as some breeds are considered more aggressive than others. This factor is but by no means is all-inclusive. A Corgi personality trait is one that will not allow them to back down from a bully, no matter how large or intimidating that bully may be. Also, if your dog is left in tact he/she can be prone to more aggressive behaviors due to the additional hormones circulating in their body.

Aggression can stem from a dogs natural desire to establish their rank within the pack. Nipping, ears pointed and chest puffed out are the dog's attempt at asserting dominance. Within your family pack, you need to establish dominance early and maintain that position to ensure that the dog is not the one who ends up running the household.

It seems that the most important factor in determining an aggressive dog is their environment. If a dog is unsocialized, exposed to harsh living conditions, has cruel owners or has been attacked by another dog they are more likely to develop aggressive tendencies.

Controlling Aggressive Behavior

If your dog has been altered, over 14 months old and is still acting aggressively immediate action needs to be taken. Asserting yourself as pack leader is a must. This can be done through basic training commands. Only praise your dog for acceptable behavior. Aggression, even when scared, should never be rewarded. You should also have a set schedule for feeding and exercise times. If you allow your dog any control in your home, they will be more likely to show aggression toward others.

Fear can cause aggression in dogs. This could be due to improper socialization or lack there of. If you can determine their fear trigger, you can help them overcome it. You should closely monitor all interactions with humans and other dogs. If an interaction goes well praise your dog. If he starts to behave aggressively, give him a correction and remove him from the situation.

An aggressive dog cannot be trusted which means it could be unsafe to have as a family pet. If you feel your dog's behavior has gotten out of hand, it may be time to seek professional help.