Dogs are known as one of the most loyal friends of human beings, and they are often known for their kindness and loyalty. However, sometimes dogs can show a surprising behavior - holding a grudge. While this is relatively rare in dogs, they do have the ability to remember bad experiences against them and may exhibit a range of revenge. This article will explore six manifestations of dog vengeance and help dog owners better understand and deal with this behavior.
First, the dog may demonstrate a behavior that refuses to approach or follow. Once a dog develops a sense of disgust towards a particular person or place, they may refuse to approach the person or enter that place. Dogs may use body language such as turning their heads, evading, retreating, etc. to express their dissatisfaction and resistance.
The second manifestation is becoming hostile and aggressive. When dogs remember the people or animals that have caused harm to them, they may be aggressive. The dog will roar lowly, reveal teeth, and may try to bite or pounce on that person or animal.
In addition, dogs may start not following orders. They may resist the orders of their masters after being treated unjustly or unkindly. This is a way for dogs to express dissatisfaction, and they may ignore their owner’s call or do the opposite intentionally.
Dog's fear of a specific object or sound is also one of the manifestations of revenge. They may express memory of an experience through fearful response to a particular object or sound. For example, if a dog has been frightened by an object, it may show unusual fear reactions to the object, such as dodging, shaking, or whimpering.
In addition, dogs may show obvious discrimination against certain people or animals. They will choose to stay away from those who are revenge and show dissatisfaction and hostility towards them.
The last manifestation is the act of revenge. Although relatively rare, some dogs may exhibit direct revenge. For example, they may infringe upon people or animals that have been unfavorable to them, such as tearing down items, biting others or making pranks on them.
