chewie agressive

[ashleycat]

So Runner has been pretty good about not growling or something when we get near her while she's eating. BUT, if we get our hand near her when she has a chewie, watchout.

I've been trying to keep my daughter away from her while she has one. She is even agressive while I get near her.

Now my daughter is walking around saying " ateyou!!! " for " bite you!! " lol

[luvofallhorses]

just don't bother her when she has a treat.

[ashleycat]

well duh lol. But is there a reason why she acts this way? Can I fix it? Should I be scared that we might get our hands bit off?

[luvofallhorses]

it's called treat aggression... you could practice NILIF (http://www.k9deb.com/nilif.htm) with her. does she act this way when she has her food, too ??

[ashleycat]

nope, this is the only problen I have with her.

[luvofallhorses]

well to prevent you and your child from getting bit, just leave her alone while she is enjoying her treat.