Should you rehome an aggressive dog?

Dogs that have a history of acting aggressively towards people should not be re-homed. Even if the dog acts aggressively towards children but does well with older people, the dog should not be rehomed for the simple fact that it is a liability.

What do you do with an aggressive dog you can’t keep?

Usually conversations about serious behavioral problems include three primary options for dealing with all serious behavioral problems: 1) Keep the dog and work with a trainer or behaviorist to mitigate or manage the problem, 2) re-home the dog if it can be done safely and responsibly, and 3) euthanize the dog.

Under what circumstances do you consider it appropriate to rehome your dog?

Signs It May Be Time to Re-Home Your Pet

• Physical inability to exercise him properly.
• Inability to drive or use public transit to purchase food and supplies or take him to the vet.
• Injury while attempting to care for him.
• A depletion of energy due to medical treatment, making it increasingly difficult to provide care.

Can You Rehome a dog with a history of aggression?

Rehoming a dog with a history of significant aggression is a liability and shouldn’t be taken lightly. It’s hazardous for rescue and shelter workers, volunteers, and fosters – let alone the potential next owner. The best course of action for seriously aggressive dogs might be humane euthanasia.

What to do with an aggressive dog in a shelter?

If all the shelters reach out to say they’re unwilling to take your aggressive dog, ask them about volunteers or pet professionals who may have the time, knowledge, and money to have the dog evaluated by a behaviorist. Depending on the trigger for the dog’s aggression, they may be able to be placed in a home that doesn’t include those triggers.

What should I do if my dog is being aggressive?

The best course of action for seriously aggressive dogs might be humane euthanasia. Speak to a professional behavior consultant about your options, as there are sometimes qualified rescues and trainers that can help. Either way, it’s time to get help from an IAABC-certified dog behavior consultant – not your local obedience trainer.

What should I do before rehoming my Dog?

Before you start the rehoming process, make sure your dog is spayed or neutered and that he is up to date on vaccinations. Take a few high-quality photos of the dog and create a detailed ad that covers your dog’s positive and negative characteristics.