Resource Guarding in Dogs and How to Prevent it

Resource guarding in dogs can vary greatly in its severity, and this is why I always encourage dog owners to set about a number of sensible measures to help prevent it in the first place, though I recognise the vast majority of people I discuss this dog behaviour condition with will already be experiencing it and are seeking some help to address it. In this video, I lay out a number of simple measures that can work both as a preventative measure and help address it if you're already experiencing some problems in this respect. Keep in mind that this is a behaviour that can vary from very low-level displays, right through to a set of behaviours that are very serious in a dog that is intent on using aggression to keep a hold of a certain item. Dogs that fall in the upper realms of such serious behaviour will need looking at on a consultation. Still, I hope this video gives you a number of ideas that can be easily implemented within the home to regain the calm control you are seeking. Young Ruby is seen throughout this video doing her best to look like she's being possessive, when in fact I can remove anything from her. This is the end result of practising what I preach and shows how a non-possessive dog can behave. The Hold & Give video I refer to can be seen here:    • How to Introduce the Hold and Give Exercis...   The following video notes have been created for your ease of referral: 02:00 The ways in which resource guarding in dogs can be exhibited 03:35 Ruby introduction. A well-balanced dog 07:00 Examples of resource guarding 10:05 Prevention rather than a cure 12:25 Regaining control of your dog 15:25 The hold and give exercise explained 21:20 Managing the dog's environment 22:20 Control in the home by managing access 23:40 Exercise and its positive influence on guarding behaviours 24:42 Food possession and introducing mini-meals 31:40 Good practice when you eat 32:25 The importance of supervision 33:30 Privileged locations and control of such locations You can get regular updates on my work here: Instagram: www.instagram/ukdogtrainer Facebook: www.facebook.com/alphadogbehaviour Web site enquiries: www.alphadogbehaviour.co.uk/contact Dog Behaviourist | Dog Expert Witness | Dog Trainer | Nick Jones MA #dogbehaviourist #dogexpertwitness #dogtrainer #puppytrainer