Ever feel like your dog’s aggression comes out of nowhere?

You’re not alone—and the truth is, most pet parents miss the early warning signs until it’s too late.

In this episode, Amy sits down with dog aggression expert Dr. Jim Crosby to uncover what’s really behind those scary outbursts. From body language to behavioral triggers, you’ll learn how to identify, manage, and even prevent canine aggression.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• The surprising root causes of canine aggression (it’s not always dominance)
• How to recognize stress signals and de-escalate reactive behavior
• Why socialization, environment, and trust-building matter more than discipline

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone living with, working with, or trying to understand aggressive or reactive dogs.

CONNECT WITH DR. JIM CROSBY:
Website: https://www.canineaggression.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jim.crosby.311

P.S. You may hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk in this episode. That was our original name. Don’t worry, you’re in the right place.

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