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I have a 3 1/2 year old Shepherd, possibly a black GSD though we aren't sure whether or not she is a mix.
This past summer we realized we may have a bit of a problem. While visiting family, we noticed she is showing signs of fear-based aggression towards strange men, such as family members she hadn't met before. This has never before been a problem.
When faced with new men, she is mostly ok when they are face to face, though perhaps a little more reserved than normal. Once a man has turned his back to her, she gets low to the ground, tail between her legs, and snaps at the back of the heels. This is not just one or two men, but any man she encounters that she had not met in the past.
We've tried everything we know of to try to break this habit, but we are new GSD owners and would like a bit of guidance.
Any tips? We really need help! We love our dog, but need to find out how to help her.
This past summer we realized we may have a bit of a problem. While visiting family, we noticed she is showing signs of fear-based aggression towards strange men, such as family members she hadn't met before. This has never before been a problem.
When faced with new men, she is mostly ok when they are face to face, though perhaps a little more reserved than normal. Once a man has turned his back to her, she gets low to the ground, tail between her legs, and snaps at the back of the heels. This is not just one or two men, but any man she encounters that she had not met in the past.
We've tried everything we know of to try to break this habit, but we are new GSD owners and would like a bit of guidance.
Any tips? We really need help! We love our dog, but need to find out how to help her.