I have an 8m old female pup who despite my best efforts is hell to take for a walk. Other dogs are completely out of the question as she gets extremely aggressive even if the other dog is on the other side of the street. With people her aggression is less pronounced but at times she barks, growls and stares. If surprised by an opening door or a jogger coming behind her she gets super aggressive.
She often stops and stares at people and I have to tug at her leash to get her to move along. I wonder if I should just stop taking her out ? I thought I could desensitize her through repeated exposure and although I'm sure it has helped some she is still very aggresive. She wears a muzzle if need be and accepts car rides. I don't want a bad reputation where I live.
Has anyone had a similar experience?
She often stops and stares at people and I have to tug at her leash to get her to move along. I wonder if I should just stop taking her out ? I thought I could desensitize her through repeated exposure and although I'm sure it has helped some she is still very aggresive. She wears a muzzle if need be and accepts car rides. I don't want a bad reputation where I live.
Has anyone had a similar experience?