Golden Retriever Aggressive Behavior. Thought I was trying to teach Tucker to smile because he likes to make this face. According to Tufts Veterinary School food aggression is when dogs become aggressive when someone approaches them around food.
As a result many people confuse this normal playing behavior with aggressive behavior. 4 Pinch her lip to her tooth yes some people do this - she will become hand shy. Usually Golden Retrievers are loyal sweet gentle and friendly companion dog.
If Golden Retrievers show aggressive behavior during feeding time such as growling when you put the food bowl down when taking it or while the dog is eating it is a lack of training.
Either due to genetic or environmental factors a Golden Retriever can be aggressive. 3 Shake her by the scruff of the neck to mimic the mother dog - she will become hand shy or will retaliate. Are Golden Retrievers Food Aggressive. Aggression in Golden Retrievers.
