From Fear to Confidence: Addressing Fear Aggression in Dogs

How to recognise and address fear-based aggression in dogs.
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Fear-based aggression in dogs can stem from genetics, lack of socialisation, trauma, or health issues. In this video, we explore how to recognise the signs, apply behaviour modification techniques like desensitisation, counter-conditioning, CAT, and BAT, and create a safe, positive environment for your dog. Learn how professional guidance and medical support can help manage and modify fear aggression effectively.

0:00 - Where does Fear-Based Aggression come from?
1:48 - Common Signs of Fear-Based Aggression in Dogs
2:22 - Treatment Approaches for Fear-Based Aggression
6:00 - How to Prevent Fear-Based Aggression in Dogs
6:50 - Key Takeaways about Aggression that is Based in Fear

References:
Lupus, L. C. (2017, July 29). Force-free training: The only way to help fearful dogs. Mother of Rescues. Retrieved from https://www.motherofrescues.com/blog/... Miller, P. (2016, July 13). Fear aggression in dogs. Whole Dog Journal. Retrieved from https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/beh...
Rombough, S. (2022, February 24). Why doesn’t force-free dog training work?. Happy Hounds Dog Training. Retrieved from https://happyhoundsdogtraining.ca/why...
Snider, K. (2018). Turning fierce dogs friendly: Using Constructional Aggression Treatment to rehabilitate aggressive and reactive dogs. Dogwise Publishing. (Affiliate link to the book here https://amzn.to/4hlCBEH)
Stewart, G. (n.d.). BAT overview. Grisha Stewart. Retrieved from https://grishastewart.com/bat-overview/

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This video is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute advice that is tailored to you and your dog. I highly recommend that you get in contact with a progressive behaviour consultant to help you and your dog directly.