| Aggressive Behaviour
My Rotti, Diesel, is a 2 year old male who perceives everything that we drive by or anyone walking by our house as a threat. When I walk him anyone coming near us seems to make him behave aggressively (crouches low and appears to stalk). He hasn't tried to lunge at anyone but I'm afraid he might. He was well socialized as a puppy and went to obedience classes and he gets along well with other dogs if they are not dominant with him and just want to play. It's mainly people coming too close around us on especially if on bikes or if they are moving fast. Also if anyone comes up to the house or vehicle he starts barking and growling and won't listen to any commands. At any other time his obedience is great, only when someone or something comes too close will he ignore me and take his own initiative. I'm wondering if he is trying to be over protective of me or doesn't feel that I'm dominant over him and therefore doesn't need to listen to my commands. Any ideas or tips in training would be a help. Thanks  |