We have a 12 week old male Wire Fox Terrier who is doing quite well. He is starting to socialise well with other dogs, a generally lovely demeanour with people and his toilet training is progressing well. We have however noticed a disturbing sign that we would like some advice on. This has now happened about 4 times this week. Sometimes if we are holding him and he wants to go on the floor he can suddenly become wildly aggressive if he does not get his own way. This is far more than play. We are currently putting him down as quick as possible, saying "NO" quite loudly during the tantrum and leaving him alone for a few moments. He is then perfectly play full as if nothing has happened and is then happy to be held. We do need to be able to carry him as we are having building work done and to get to the garden he has to be carried over the building area so as to avoid glass etc which is on the floor. During his life there will also be numerous occasions when we need to carry him which I think is normal.
I believe one option is a sharp tap on the snout with our hand, this is possible but of course he has sharp teeth and he could easily bite. We are concerned not to damage his spirit but know that this behaviour is not acceptable and would like some advice from experienced pet owners about the best way to tackle it.
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Young puppy who can suddenly turn very aggressive, what is the best way to deal with it?
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Freddieready · 10/01/2016 11:02
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