It is up to you to know your dog. If he bites stranger's when they come to
your home, it's up to you to keep both the stranger and dog safe.
Keep him behind a gate. Don't allow him with the company until he settles
down then bring him in with a harness and leash and make him sit next
to you on the floor telling him good boy, giving him a treat. Perhaps he
feels threatened when strangers come into his home. When he realizes
good things happen to him when strangers come maybe he will be
more relaxed. This approach can also be used outdoors. No all dogs
like children. Walk on the opposite side of the street when you see kids
playing. He's telling you he does not like them. No need to force him.
The Alpha Roll is not used anylonger. It was determined that it only
makes the animal more aggressive. Your dog is who he is, it's up to
you to understand that and make him better behaved to protect him
and those who he might bite.
Good luck, don't give up because he's worth it. It just takes lot's
of work, patience and love. |