Expert: English Bulldogs ( Marie ) e-mail me at mpmaltese@gmail.com - 6/17/2008

Question
I have a 1 and 1/2 yr old bulldog in a house with a 4r old lab female and a 8yr old German short hair neutered male  I did have a dachund also but the bulldog kept attacking him Jealousy?  I found a home for the dachund but now he is attacking the gsp and then it is a big fight.  Is this jealousy and can I get training to correct it?

Answer
Hi Phyllis:  Here is a great resource for you... Follow the link.
Yes, this can be corrected in time.  This behavior expert did a great job explaining what is happening in your family...
READ ON;
And thanks for the Question:

http://www.boxer-rescue-la.com/training_tips/Two_or_More_Dogs.htm


Back to basics; Once you've determined where everyone stands on the hierarchy ladder, it is your responsibility to reassure them constantly and make them feel secure in their positions. If an alpha dog does not feel secure in his position as alpha, he will usually exaggerate his position to reassure himself. Exaggerating dominance (i.e., alpha) = aggression. This can be a problem at best, and deadly at worst. Therefore, here are some suggestions on how to reassure your dogs.