Presentation Details
| Rags to Riches; a Story of Dumpster Diving, Canine Aggression, and Client Compliance Jennie R.Lane. Synergy Animal Behavior® LLC, Germantown, TN, USA |
Abstract
The client wished to teach the two-year-old, neutered, 20-pound Chihuahua mix to feel relaxed around her and her fiancé. The dog lived with two adults in a single family home with a fenced yard. The dog was found in a dumpster and had a history of digestive sensitivity. The dog bared his teeth, growled, lunged, and bit the owner multiple times per day. The dog also growled at the owner’s fiancé almost daily. Aggression was often triggered by movement of the owner’s hands, disturbing the dog while resting, physical manipulation of the dog, and approaching the dog while in possession of a resource. Initial assessment occurred through a detailed analysis of the history and video observations, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. From 2020 to 2023, multiple strategies were employed, such as body language education, trigger avoidance, desensitization, positive reinforcement, and counterconditioning. Throughout the virtual sessions, the client reported inconsistent compliance. As safety concerns grew, treatment cessation was threatened. Compliance improved immediately and excelled once we started meeting in person.
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