Q: Why do dogs on a leash seem to be more nervous or aggressive when meeting other dogs in public than dogs not on a leash?
A: This is a very clever observation. You are right, you can intensify a dogs reaction up to 40% higher when on leash then when off leash. The reaction is exaggerated because the dog is confined to the boundary on there leash length, therefore their ability to exercise their fight or flight response is inhibited, and there options are limited. Despite their motive, to increase or decrease the distance between them and other dog, they must exhibit alternate behaviours in order to achieve their desired results. For more information on this topic or others contact me via email to schedule a telephone consultation.
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