Growl Class and Aggression Management

This class is for dogs that are aggressive or show fear-based aggression towards other dogs. These dogs may bark and lunge, growl and show their teeth, and even attack other dogs. Typically owners find that these behaviors get worse over time. This class addresses the underlying reasons for aggressive behavior—stress, fear, and feeling challenged by other dogs.

This class is very a fast paced class where you will:

• Learn how to identify when your dog is stressed, fearful, aroused or feeling challenged by other dogs. Your dog’s behavior is how they tell you they might become aggressive.

• Develop management skills for your dog to help prevent aggressive episodes.

• Teach the dog how to relax in the presence of other dogs.

• Help your dog be more comfortable and less stressed by using proven training techniques.

 To be admitted to the class, dogs and owners must complete an orientation session. In that session the dog will receive a behavior evaluation, an individualized behavior training plan for your dog that addresses your dog’s specific needs, and a referral to the behavior class or other training options as appropriate. Evaluations may be done at Denver Dog Works or in your home. There is a flat fee for our aggression management classes. It is $349.00 and includes an evaluation, enrollment in the class, follow-up and a one-on-one visit to the dog park prior to graduation.

People wishing to get an evaluation or more information can contact Dr. Robert Forto by calling 303-752-2818 or by email at rforto@denverdogworks.com. Please indicate that you got this information from the Denver Dog Works website.