| English Bulldog puppies are known for their calm, | | | | same process will be applied in your home, to a |
| loving nature. But aggression can form in any breed | | | | certain degree. When you are preparing his food, |
| and English Bulldogs are no different. Here are some | | | | make your English Bulldog puppy sit in another room |
| quick tips to stop aggression in your puppy. | | | | where he cannot whine, bark or jump. Once you are |
| | | | ready for him to eat, call him to his feeding area and |
| 1. If your English Bulldog puppy is showing signs of | | | | make him sit quietly for at least 5 seconds before |
| aggression such as growling, snarling or snapping, this | | | | you put down his food. This will prove to him that |
| usually means he thinks that he is the alpha in the | | | | you are the one in control of the food supply in your |
| family. To counteract this, you must show him that | | | | pack. |
| you and the other members of the family are the | | | | 3. Most importantly, do not blow off the signs of |
| alphas, not him. The alpha dog in a pack is rarely | | | | aggression by laughing or ignoring the behavior. As |
| challenged by the others. Once you prove your | | | | soon as your puppy growls, etc, immediately tell him |
| dominance over him, this will show him that he needs | | | | "no" in a loud, harsh tone to get the message across |
| to respect you as the alpha. | | | | loud and clear that the behavior is not acceptable. |
| 2. Food aggression can also be a problem. You will | | | | Proper socialization and training in the early months of |
| need to assert your dominance in this situation just | | | | puppyhood will also help to have your English Bulldog |
| the same. The alpha dog in packs is always the first | | | | puppy grow into a lovable, loyal and safe adult dog. |
| to eat and allow others to eat as he wishes. This | | | | |