Time passes, he starts to feel rather territorial about his space that his chain lets him patrol. After a while longer, he no longer wants to play. He can't remember why he wanted to in the first place, he just knows that these people who were supposed to love him and accept him as part of the family are neglecting him shamelessly, letting other kids come and taunt him perhaps, after all, they know he can't reach them. Maybe they throw stones and sticks, maybe they yell, or tease him, darting in and out of reach.
And then one day, one of the teasing kids doesn't get out of the way fast enough. And the dog feels cornered, and finally decides to stand his ground. *SNAP* Maybe, it wasn't even one of the kids who teased him. Maybe it was (FINALLY!!) somebody coming to play.
But the result is the same. That kid needs stitches, and your supposed best friend, whom you were No friend to, gets carted off to the pound, or the vet's office for a final good-bye.
Please don't do this to your dog. Dogs should be welcomed into your home as part of your family. If you are not prepared to do that; then do not get a dog.
Introduction to Canine Mental Health
Do Dogs Get Depression?
When Anxiety Attacks[]
Biting the Hands That Feed You
Obsessive Compulsive Behaviors
Physical Issues
