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Originally Posted by gracielove  This is an adult dog that has not exhibited this type of behavior before this? Sounds like there is something wrong with your dog. I would have him checked out very carefully by a good vet. Dogs don't just suddenly change personalities. Could he have hurt himself without your knowledge? Has he been around someone who may have treated him in a way that challenged him. He could very possibly be having some sort of pain, especially if he does this when you touch him.
The fact that this is a new behavior is troubling and not likely a behavior issue. I'd get him to a vet ASAP. |
The original post (mine) was from over five years ago - when he was 2. the behavior isn't new anymore. Squirt has been to the vet annually every year since, and only once for being sick with something - an upset tummy. He is perfectly healthy. Just Mr Attitude at times.
Vet is one of the top general practice docs in Orlando. He has never found anything wrong with him and referred me to see a behavior trainer for this issue. We did.
Squirt just has an attitude when he is disturbed from his beauty sleep or if he gets possessive about a super tasty treat or food and he asserts himself by doing this. Very rarely now. He does fine with proper correction and positive reinforcement for good behavior. For many dogs who do this, it really can be as simple as they just have an attitude in need of healthy correcting. Any swrious problems can an should be ruled out by a good vet, of course.