Small dogs have a higher tendency towards leash aggression because their small stature makes everything seem large and threatening. This is Royce.
Tamara J. a reader of this column commented:
“Love your articles on small dog syndrome. How about some information and helpful tips on handling leash aggression. I believe this is part of my boy’s small dog issues.”
Have I got a story for you. Back when we first opened Kelsey’s Dog House, and I thought I knew everything there is to know about dog behavior, I learned the hard way there is always something new to learn.
It was the end of our first week in business. Without blowing our own horn too loudly, apparently Kelsey’s Dog House was something people in our community had eagerly anticipated. Our daycare area was already very busy with happy dogs. Our boarding area had five dogs in residence. Our grooming schedule was full, which isn’t saying much when we only had one groomer–my wife. We had not anticipated this instant run-up in business, so it was just Dawn and I running the entire operation. Talk about looking like chickens with our heads cut off. We were running around like maniacs to keep up with the sudden and unanticipated demand. (more…)
