At A&T Trained Dogs, we know how much dog owners love their pets, but being a dog owner doesn’t always go to plan. Some dogs can have problems with aggression – that could be aggression towards other dogs, to strangers, or even the family, it can be a stressful situation. Luckily, our expert trainers and behaviourists are here to help with our aggressive dog training camp.

What is Aggressive Dog Training Camp?

Aggressive dog training camp is an intensive course tailored for dogs with extreme aggression. These dogs require a specialised dog behaviourist who understands a dog’s body language and dog psychology.

Types of Aggression That Our Aggressive Dog Training Camp Covers

Dog-to-Dog Aggression

Dog-to-dog aggression is the most common type of aggression that we help dog owners tackle. There are typically specific circumstances where a dog displays aggression towards another dog, as there are instances where a dog will be fine with a certain type of dog, but not others. Or, if they do behave well on a lead, they will act irrationally off-lead or vice versa, and they have ‘barrier frustration’ which is where they will behave off-lead but not whilst on one.

Dog-to-People Aggression

Dog-to-people aggression tends to be caused by a lack of socialisation as a puppy. This is because they are still young and are cautious of people which may lead to owners avoiding those situations in the future, which can often make the problem worse. Other instances include if the dog has dominant aggression and wants to be in control of everything. Or, they may be aggressive towards people due to previous mistreatment.

Other Aggression

Other aggressive behaviours include a dog showing aggression when they don’t want something to happen or don’t want something taken away from them – this could be anything from their food or a particular toy. Over the years, they will have learned that that is fine to act that due to an uninformed owner allowing it to happen.

Reasons Why A Dog Shows Signs of Aggression

There could be a number of reasons why a dog lashes out, and the reasons why tend to fit into one of the following categories:

  • Territorial
  • Possessive
  • Protection
  • Fearful
  • Unsocialised
  • Defensive
  • Experiencing Pain
  • Resource Guarding

What Kind of Dog is Aggressive Dog Training Camp Suitable For?

A lot of the time, an aggressive dog was not born that way, a lack of training often leads to aggressive behaviour because they are responding to situations instinctively, as they haven’t been taught any differently. It could also be down to a specific breed trait that isn’t currently being fulfilled. Therefore, aggressive dog training camp is most suited for dogs that are out of control, haven’t had any previous training, or their breed traits aren’t being met.

Aggressive Dog Training Camp Process

Step 1: Consultation

When you bring your dog to A&T Trained Dogs, you will meet one of our trainers and behaviourists and have an initial consultation. This is so our trainers can understand the situation better. From this, we will be able to give you a rough idea of how long the process will take.

Step 2: Assessment

Our expert behaviourist will then assess your dog by spending all day, every day with them in the first week to collect information to build a tailored plan for your dog. The length of the programme depends completely on many factors, including breed, age, sex, the severity of aggression and the type of aggression.

We will work at your dog’s pace, as it is crucial to provide an opportunity to advance, without the risk of too many big steps being taken at once.

The three main areas we aim to advance in are:
Desensitising = This encourages your dog to feel differently about the problem.
Trust = Our trainers will work tirelessly to teach your dog to trust them and follow cues.
Confidence = Our aim is to build their confidence in handling various environments and continue this behaviour.

Step 3: Rehabilitation

Once the course is completed, you will receive an extensive handover to teach you how to continue moving forward and correct your relationship with your dog. We offer a 4-week plan to follow at home, plus a follow-up session on site.

Benefits of Aggressive Dog Training Camp

Improve Safety

Aggressive dog training can improve the safety of you and your dog. By modifying and reducing these behaviours, you both will be in a safer living environment.

Better Communication

Your relationship with your dog will become happier and healthier as the communication skills will improve due to your dog learning verbal and physical cues.

Increased Confidence

Because you will feel safer, happier, and healthier with your dog, your confidence will soar. Not only that, your dog will also become more confident in their ability to handle different situations and environments.

Cost of Aggressive Dog Training Camp

At A&T Trained Dogs, our aggressive dog training camp programmes begin at £850 a week.

Our Payment Plans

At A&T Trained Dogs, we offer finance plans for a minimum of £500 up to £55,000. Please visit https://shorturl.at/fitER for more information. Terms & conditions apply.

Our Aggressive Dog Training Camp in Lancaster

If your dog is showing signs of aggression, our expert team has many years of experience to help both you and your dog get back on track and improve your relationship. Give us a call or fill in our contact form to get in touch.

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