How to safely break up a fight between two dogs<\/p>\n
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\nADVOCATE FOR SAVING DOGS\u2122<\/a>
\n<\/strong> <\/strong>How to Break up a Fight Between Two Dogs
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nArticle by:BStone<\/span>
\npublished by Jason C. Chavis<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\nLearn how to break up a dog fight safely, yet effectively.<\/strong><\/div>\n
\n<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nalmost any type of dog can get into a fight. What triggers a dog fight?
\nA fight can start when two canines are trying to establish dominance,
\nbecause of aggression from another dog, or simply if the animal feels
\nthreatened.<\/strong><\/div>\n
\nreally hurt one another during a brawl. You may yell, scream, even cry
\nat your pet, but they are not in the state of mind to follow their
\nowner’s commands. They are not interested in stopping, in listening, or
\nworrying about anything beyond the battle. If you have a canine, or take
\ncare of these animals, it is important to know how to break up a dog
\nfight without getting hurt, just in case you find yourself in this
\ntroubling position.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/strong>The First Line of Defense<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\na fight occurs, do not jump in to try to break it up. Do not try to pry
\nyourself between the animals; do not reach your arm in to grab your
\ndog. If you do, it is possible that you will be bit. This isn’t really
\nan act of aggression towards a human, but merely a byproduct of the
\nfighting state.<\/strong><\/div>\n
\nshould be tricks to bring the dogs out of their fighting mode, without
\nactually going near the animals. Use the resources that are present and
\ngive these ideas a try before taking more serious measures.<\/strong><\/div>\n
\neasiest and safest solution is water. Pour water over both animals. If
\nthere is a hose nearby, use it. If you are in a neighborhood, see if
\nsomeone in their home can give you some water. The only problem with
\nthis solution is that you may need a lot of water. A water bottle might
\nbe enough to break the animals from their spell for long enough, but it
\nprobably won’t be. Use what water you have available to stop the fight
\nand to keep the dogs apart afterwards.<\/strong><\/div>\n
\nup a fight is a very loud noise. This is not as effective as water, but
\nit is a method that doesn’t involve going near the fighting animals.
\nAgain, the problem with this solution is resources. What can you use to
\nmake a loud noise? Bang pans together. A car horn. Blast your stereo.
\nThe sudden noise may startle them.<\/strong><\/div>\n
\ndogs can break up a fight as it will scare the dogs enough to knock them
\nout of their aggression. The important thing with this technique is
\ndoing it to both dogs at the same time \u2014 you don’t want to give one dog
\nan advantage over the other. Throw a blanket over each if in the home.
\nIf outdoors, use two large coats if they are available, being careful to
\nkeep your distance.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/strong>Your Second Line of Defense<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nnone of these options work or no resources are available, you will have
\nto try something else. Dr. Deborah Schildkraut, an animal behaviorist,
\nsuggests using any large object available to cover the animals. Think
\ngarbage cans, laundry baskets, cardboard boxes \u2014 turn them upside down
\nto trap the dogs inside. This can be dangerous for the dog depending on
\nwhat you use, so be careful.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/strong>Pulling the Dogs Apart<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\ntwo people are available, it is possible to pull fighting dogs apart by
\nthe legs. This technique is not easy and it does carry some risk, but
\nit can work. Both people need to grab the hind legs of the animals and
\npull them away from each other. Dog trainer Ed Frawley recommends
\npulling the animals back while at the same time moving in a circle. This
\nmotion will prevent the dog from being able to turn back around and
\nsnap at you.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/strong>Prevention<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\nbest solution for dog fights is prevention. Understand that your
\nfriendly golden lab can get into a fight, as loving as he or she may be.
\nHave a relationship with your pet in which you are in control. When
\nwalking your dog on a leash, be aware of your pet and the other dog and
\nowner walking towards you. Keep a good distance between the animals, and
\ntap your dog on the cheek with the leash to distract him from a tension
\nbuild-up with the other animal. If going to a dog park, be aware of how
\nyour dog interacts with the other dogs who frequent the park. If you
\nwant, bring a gallon of water with you.<\/strong><\/div>\n
\nup a dog fight could save your pet or someone else’s beloved canine from
\na serious, or even fatal injury. Even the most aggressive breeds may go
\nthrough their entire lives without ever fighting. However, being aware
\nof the potential that is always there and knowing how to react is a
\ngreat way to either prevent or stop a fight.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/strong>References<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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