In France, more than one household in four owns a dog, which represents nearly 8 million animals. In most cases, these households own only one dog. Labradors, Yorkshires, poodles, and Brittany Spaniels are among the most popular breeds.
Aggression problems
When a dog is aggressive, problems are never far away. With their powerful jaws, even the smallest dogs can seriously injure humans. In dogs, aggression is often acquired little by little for different reasons (anxiety, stress, health problems, violence, food competition, etc.). To solve the problem, it is important to understand why the dog has become aggressive over time.
Possible reasons
Human abuse:
A dog brutalized by its masters, or before being adopted, develops fear and anxiety. And in certain situations that are stressful for him, the dog will react very suddenly and may bite.
A health problem:
A dog suffering from an injury or illness can change its behaviour and become aggressive. Older dogs with rheumatism or dementia may be more susceptible than in their youth.
A stressful environment:
When the dog is in an anxiety-provoking (noise, children playing, etc.) or unusual environment, stress can cause unusual behaviour.
Other situations:
Such as defending the territory, food, the presence of its young or the predation instinct...
CBD and aggressive dogs: what we know
CBD (cannabidiol) is a substance from industrial hemp (Cannabis Sativa); it does not have the intoxicating effect of THC. Research on CBD in animals is still very limited, and no CBD product sold to the public is a veterinary medicine: it does not treat anxiety, pain or aggressiveness. An aggressive dog should first be examined by a veterinarian, who will look for pain or illness, and if needed refer you to a behaviourist. Never give your dog a CBD product without the advice of your veterinarian.
