Anonymous wrote:Do NOT take dog training advice from Cesar.

And leash your dog.

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Anonymous wrote:I unleash my dog as often as I can. My dog is a lover not a biter. You are all paranoid.

You must be that idiot you states that it's a fact that dogs get aggressive on a leash.

OMG. NP here. Leash aggression is REAL. The situation is where your dog is on leash and another dog approaches OFF LEASH. That is when it is better to drop the leash so your dog can maneuver. It pisses me off to no end when a person has there dog off leash in public space because my dog is always leashed and always becomes aggressive towards other dogs when she is on leash. At the dog park I got into a ridiculous row with a stupid bitch who insisted on walking her dog past the double fenced area on leash and then being surprised when a fight broke out with my dog. She went crazy and blamed my dog. It was insane--she was an idiot.

If you have properly trained and have control of your dog, it will NOT be aggressive on a leash. If your dog gets aggressive, it's because YOU allow your dog to become aggressive. It makes no difference whether the other dog is leashed or not. I'm sick to death of encountering people like you who blame others for the problems their dogs have. Who doesn't find unleashed dogs annoying? But, that's no excuse for allowing your dog to become aggressive. Show some responsibility.

You know, dogs have personalities. And they are also animals with strong instincts. The worst people I've met are the ones who think that it is possible for a person to have COMPLETE control of a dog. Some dogs are more aggressive by nature. Training helps. But the worst thing any owner can do is assume they have complete control of their dog. In my experience, the worst accidents (fights and bites) happened on account of those deluded and arrogant owners who, because they read a few books and watched a few episodes of Cesar Milan, foolishly believe they have complete control. Actual Animal behaviorists agree that even with domesticated dogs, even with proper training, even training from the time of puppyhood, there is still an element out of your control. Not only do some dogs (like some people) have greater tendencies toward aggression, but sometimes the slightest trigger can cause centuries of ingrained instincts to kick in.

This is why the best Pit Bull owners are the ones who, despite all of the training and bonding, NEVER take chances.

Anonymous wrote:NP here -- leash aggression is a real thing, plenty of trainers have written about it and I see it with my (always leashed in public) dog all the time. It's the reason that many dog park rules actually prohibit leashed dogs in the off-leash area. PP accurately states that in an otherwise controlled situation, like maybe your back yard, everybody dropping leashes would be ideal. But this is just not feasible on the street, on a busy public trail, when you don't know and haven't coordinated with the other dog's owner, etc.

So when you allow your unleashed dog to approach my leashed dog, you create a very dangerous situation -- and no, I'm not going to drop my leash to defuse it. I'm going to yell at you to leash your damn dog, and then I'm going to pull out my pepper spray.

Basically, leash aggression is yet another great reason to always leash your dog in public. We have a responsibility to our pets to not set them up for situations they cannot win.

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One probem is too many people think thEIr dog is special and different and doesn't need a leash while all the other dogs need one, lol

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+1, well trained lab and golden retrievers are better off leash. It's a fact that dogs get aggressive when leashed. Use a rule of reason. You should know your dog or face the consequences.

Bullshit. If your dog is aggressive when leashed it's because YOU let it be aggressive. Doesn't matter what the breed is.

No. It's a fact, dogs feel when you tug on your leash and think there is a problem. Often the best thing to do is to drop your leash when you come upon another dog that is unleashed.

I believe from your strong reaction that you are probably not very thoughtful about this. But it's a fact.

Where I walk my dog on weekends it's a leash free country area and a lot of my friends and I agree that the worst thing is when someone comes along and sees your dog and leashes theirs.

Not all breeds of course are good off leash, but retrievers, spaniels, and s

You keep repeating what you’re spewing is ‘fact’. What’s your source?

I’m thinking you’re a troll because your post is just so preposterous and ignorant. No one could be that stupid.

I am a new poster, but this is basic animal behavior and behavior modification. A dog is naturally protective and most owners ruin their dogs with improper leash training. it IS often best to drop the leash and walk away. the dog gets insecure when you are walking off and typically follows. Now, as the normal dog owner does not bother to spend the money and time to go to a good trainer, i would not try this w/out seeking professional help first. As a dog owner and parent, it drives me nuts how many people are completely ignorant when it comes to basic animal behavior and training. Some breeds are more easily trained than others based on what they were breed to do. I have sight hounds, so although they are great at recall, they are not 100% and have a high prey drive...ergo, no off leash. dogs should be watched in public and so should kids. dual responsibility.

Maybe both should be on a leash come to think of it! ha!

No, the reason why most people train their dog to a leash or keep their dog on a leash is because that is the law. I don't care how well-trained your dog is, it is illegal (where I live at least) to walk your dog without a leash or to purposefully "drop" the leash, allowing the dog to technically be off leash.

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+1, well trained lab and golden retrievers are better off leash. It's a fact that dogs get aggressive when leashed. Use a rule of reason. You should know your dog or face the consequences.

Bullshit. If your dog is aggressive when leashed it's because YOU let it be aggressive. Doesn't matter what the breed is.

No. It's a fact, dogs feel when you tug on your leash and think there is a problem. Often the best thing to do is to drop your leash when you come upon another dog that is unleashed.

I believe from your strong reaction that you are probably not very thoughtful about this. But it's a fact.

Where I walk my dog on weekends it's a leash free country area and a lot of my friends and I agree that the worst thing is when someone comes along and sees your dog and leashes theirs.

Not all breeds of course are good off leash, but retrievers, spaniels, and s

No, it's not better to unleash your dog. If ALL dogs are leashed, it's not a problem, because both owners can keep their dogs from coming into contact. The problem is when one dog is off leash and the other isn't.

It's irresponsible, and in most places unlawful, to NOT have your dog leashed/contained unless you are in a park where it is specifically allowed.

Do NOT take dog training advice from Cesar.

And leash your dog.