I thought English Bulldogs were docile
I bought an English Bulldog about 6 months ago. He turned 1 yr old on September 23, 2012. When we brought him home he was somewhat punchy. We thought it was because of unfamiliar ground. He has since nestled in, however, he still continues to cower and back himself into a corner. I am married and have two grown daughters, and a 17 yr old step son. Here are the issues that I am dealing with and don't know how to deal with:
1. He becomes very, very aggressive when my step son walks in the door, he growls and on occasion has lunged at him. This has also occurred when my daughters boyfriend comes over to visit. I have noticed that he is more aggressive toward men than women. :(
2. On occasion, he has jumped on furniture and peed, ugh, what is up with that. He is lavished in affection from my girls and I, I don't understand this behavior.
3. Trying to keep him off my furniture is almost impossible. Any suggestions here.
He is neutered. Any input is appreciated, I don't want to have to get rid of him, but I cannot have a liability in the house either. Overwhelmed and don't know what to do.
English Bulldog passive/aggresive behavior
My 5-1/2 year old female English Bulldog has started lying on the grass or scooting on her belly and will not stand up or resume walking. I spent approx 20 mins this evening trying to heave her up by her harness and she would roll over on her back and when I attempted to lift her she snapped at me. This is the most loving, affectionate dog and I am at a loss why she suddenly is behaving like this. She has done this lying on the grass before without snapping, but usually it only was for a few seconds but this went on for a long time. I finally hauled her by her harness back onto the sidewalk and literally made her stand on 4 legs. She weighs 47 lbs and I am over 70 and this was very stressful for me. Any advice or suggestions? Thank you
I thought English Bulldogs were docile
Actually, he needs some special training. So, you can manage these breeds dogs.
Thank you