BehavioRx Case of the Month
for January 2005

Deaf Gt. Dane/Aggression

The clients enrolled in our Diagnostics service with her 10 month-old, neutered Great Dane, "Willie." He had become aggressive toward strangers and visitors to
the house shortly after 6 months of age. Willie had been diagnosed as deaf at a few weeks of age. Within a few days we had exchanged emails to gain more
detailed information about the case. Willie's owners had purchased the 3rd revised edition of "Behavior Problems in Dogs" and began their prescribed remedial program, which also included several of the BehavioRx Series behavioral brochures.

The following email was received recently, demonstrating that a Leadership, praise-based,  totally positive plan, carried out with confidence, with "The Jolly
Routine," can create a social atmosphere in which even deaf dogs can improve dramatically, thanks greatly to Willie's dedicated owners. (wec)

"Hi Mr. Campbell

I wrote to you and received a response regarding my deaf great Dane Willie. I wanted to let you know that since using your suggestions and rereading
your book Willie is much better. He still takes some time barking at a guest in the house and wants to make sure everything is OK but he is not acting
aggressive or growling. He loves playing with balls and guests to our home just have to play ball for a bit and he's great. Your book and suggestions
were wonderful and I have referred you to many Dane owners who are having behavior problems.

Thank you.
C. H."

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