Comments on: How to Make Family Dogs Stop Fighting

By: Ben Team

Ben Team — Tue, 09 May 2023 10:10:44 +0000

In reply to Kristin. Hey there, Kristin. Because you're dealing with four dogs, the dynamics of the situation are going to be pretty complex. So, your current approach (keeping them separated) is likely the easiest and safest solution. You could reach out to a trainer or certified dog behavior consultant to try to establish some domestic harmony, but it's not going to be a quick fix. You may also want to check out our article about living with dogs who don't get along -- it focuses on management techniques rather than behavioral modification. Best of luck!

By: Kristin

Kristin — Mon, 08 May 2023 20:13:41 +0000

I have 4 dogs. They all get along well for the most part. When my husband comes home from work, or if we have company, that’s when things change. They all want his attention or the companies attention and all heck breaks loose. Usually 3 of the dogs gang up on the other dog (She is the runt) ending in quite a bad fight. Now, not all 3 go fight her at once, they bark at her and then one of the 3 will go at her. They have had fights where they have broken the skin on Blu. What do you recommend for something like this? We have kept them separated when these situation come up and that has worked, but, is there a better way?

By: Ben Team

Ben Team — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 18:09:50 +0000

In reply to DP. We hope that works out well for you, DP! Let us know how it goes.

By: DP

DP — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 15:25:36 +0000

It’s not always stress. I took my 9 month old to the vets today for spaying preop as this had been recommended to stop fighting in young females. My 9 month old has started fighting with the 2 year old for the last 3 weeks. The vet said she is having a phantom pregnancy and this is causing the behaviour change due to hormones. Steroids can be given to stop this then a week later she can be spayed and hopefully problem is solved

By: Ben Team

Ben Team — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 11:17:16 +0000

In reply to Michael. Hey, Michael. Probably not in this context. Ultimately, the best solution may just be to prevent them from seeing animals outside by using curtains, window films, or other types of barriers. But if that doesn't work, you may need to reach out to a certified dog behavior consultant. Best of luck!