I'm afraid my old dog's mind is going before his body -- he's peeing on the floor, growls and snaps at us when we try to put him outside, and other odd behaviors. How should my wife and I handle this? [more inside]
posted by M.C. Lo-Carb! on Oct 16, 2009 - 19 answers

My dog slowly went from loveable goofball to dog park bully. He's been on probation for about 6 months, and I'd like to start the process of re-socializing him and (hopefully) someday return to the dog park. How do I do this without putting any other dogs in danger -- especially considering that I don't currently know any other dog owners, and I don't have a good private space for doggie playdates? [more inside]
posted by roscopcoletrane on Oct 6, 2009 - 23 answers

Our recently-acquired dog has been having some major behavior problems and showing some aggression that worries us because we also have a 6-month old child. We've been taking the dog to training classes but so far it hasn't been fruitful. Should we give him back? (TLDR details inside) [more inside]
posted by Happydaz on Jul 22, 2009 - 29 answers

Things have been super-stressful at work. My therapist keeps asking if I have a way to get all this anger and aggression and stress out of my system... and I don't! I usually just rant and get more angry. What are some better ways to get the frustration out? [more inside]
posted by heatherann on Jul 21, 2009 - 53 answers

Why is my roommates' cat hissing at me, and what should I do to convince her to stop? [more inside]
posted by fermion on Jul 6, 2009 - 20 answers

(Pet harmony filter) A little over 3 months ago, we adopted Phoebe, an 18-month old poodle/bichon cross. She's a fantastic dog, very well behaved, perfectly lovable and playful and awesome in every way, and we adore her. We also have 4 cats, 3 of which have settled down and seem to have gotten used her. But not Phil. Phil hates Phoebe with white-hot kitty hate. And it's breaking my heart. [more inside]
posted by cuddles.mcsnuggy on Jan 8, 2009 - 25 answers

How can we stop our dog from antagonizing our cat before meal times? [more inside]
posted by slowfasthazel on Nov 28, 2008 - 6 answers

NewCatFilter: We just had a scary incident involving our old and new cats--what's the best response? Much more after the cut. [more inside]
posted by dlugoczaj on Sep 15, 2008 - 9 answers

Finding a new home for a fear-aggressive dog [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 9, 2008 - 11 answers

We get along great; our cats don't. My boyfriend and I will probably be moving in together in the next year. Our cats have already met, as I've taken care of his cat several times, usually for a week or two. They don't get along. Is there anything I can do to reduce the aggression? [more inside]
posted by queseyo on Jun 18, 2008 - 12 answers

Looking for a website that will allow me to upload a picture of my choice and then have it punched in the face. [more inside]
posted by dinty_moore on Jun 5, 2008 - 6 answers

Help me try to save my dog. [more inside]
posted by heavenstobetsy on Jun 4, 2008 - 23 answers

She's so dull - come on rip her to shreds! [more inside]
posted by runincircles on Jan 31, 2008 - 55 answers

Where can I go to let my rage out by really trying to hurt people, but safely for me and for them? Ideally, this would be like a self-defense scenario, with two or more padded and armored attackers I can go all out against, but who are willing to accommodate my individual scenario over just an hour or two. Difficulty: I am a big guy with martial arts experience. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 10, 2008 - 27 answers

My cats have suddenly become very aggressive towards each other. What gives? [more inside]
posted by kdar on Sep 24, 2007 - 12 answers

My 3.5-year-old, 12 pound dog has been displaying aggression on our walks, and I'm not sure how to fix it. [more inside]
posted by pitseleh on Aug 31, 2007 - 13 answers

Our 3.5 year old Mexican Hairless has started becoming aggressive and I need suggestions for dealing with it. [more inside]
posted by flyingcowofdoom on Aug 10, 2007 - 10 answers

My sister and her dog just moved into a new apartment with a new roommate and "new" dog last weekend. Now her never before aggressive dog is attacking the "new" dog. What do we do? [more inside]
posted by Dr. Lurker on May 8, 2007 - 12 answers

A friend was walking her dog (a sturdy greyhound-dalmatian mix) on a quiet side street in her neighborhood. She looked across the street and saw a pitbull with no collar (just a bandana) and a wire muzzle. [more inside]
posted by nnk on Feb 9, 2007 - 25 answers

Our recently adopted, very sweet, very clingy male kitten is showing some signs of aggressive behaviour. Is this typical of intact males? Will his behaviour change for the better after he's neutered or should I be worried? [more inside]
posted by LeeJay on Dec 7, 2006 - 19 answers

Help! The dog's decided cats are fun to chase. [more inside]
posted by COBRA! on Sep 11, 2006 - 26 answers

Soooo, my sister's beloved dog is kind of psycho. Any tips to help lessen the crazy? [more inside]
posted by granted on Aug 22, 2006 - 25 answers

Aggressive dog problem... [more inside]
posted by knave on Mar 28, 2006 - 26 answers