My dog humps guests' legs. Is this normal or a behavior problem?

Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! No, that much humping is not normal and Shadow acting aggressive when stopped is not normal. I recommend aggressive training. Start practicing: sit, stay, come, etc. He should have plenty of exercise: doggy daycare, walks, parks, one on one play. Keep a leash on him and use a gentle leader for the muzzle. When he start to hump, gently use the leash/gentle leader to make him stop as soon as he starts. Make him sit, give him a treat and play with him. Do not grab him or touch him where he can bite you. Humping is not always sexual in nature, but I would neuter him due this behavior and the aggression he is showing. Humping can also be due to anxiety or to show dominance. https://www.petco.com/shop/SearchDisplay?categoryId=&storeId=10151&catalogId=10051&langId=-1&sType=SimpleSearch&resultCatEntryType=2&showResultsPage=true&searchSource=Q&pageView=&beginIndex=0&pageSize=24&fromPageValue=search&searchTerm=gentle+leader&omnitureEnabled=false&cm_sp=SearchSuggest-_-gentle+leader-_-Location&searchsuggestion_keyword=gentle+leader I hope this helps!

Congrats on your new dog! First off, I wanted to say that I love you adopted a senior dog. They have so much to offer a family. Humping can be a common problem in dogs, as they learn that masturbating feels good. When Pat starts doing it, immediately remove him from your legs, and turn your back on him. Ignore him for a couple of minutes, and then return your attention to him. If he tries the behavior again, repeat ignoring him. If he behaves appropriately, praise him and give him love and treats. It's important to show him that when he does inappropriate behaviors, he will be ignored, but he will be rewarded when he shows appropriate behaviors.

Hello, & thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Tate is behaving in a very normal manner for a male dog. To punish him for this would be cruel. Please consider neutering, then everyone will be happy. Take care.

Hi and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Sorry to hear you are having this problem. Not sure what sex the Boston is but either male or female, fixed or not fixed, humping behavior by other dogs is a way of expressing dominance and most times has nothing to do with mating behavior. If it doesn't escalate into a fight, I would advise letting it occur and let the two dogs would out the dominant submissive game that is playing out. Again, I would separate them when you are not there, crating the dogs to prevent soiling of the rooms if you have to. Otherwise seek advice from your veterinarian. They may want to see both dogs and advise you from there. Older dogs can undergo neutering and do need blood work before considering that option. But remember even sterilized dogs will exhibit humping behavior to determine the order of the pack. I hope this helps and good luck

Humping is not only a sexual behavior, it can also be a dominance behavior, a stress response, etc. Any new changes lately - new pet in the home, any major changes in his routine or in the house? I suggest you refer to this article for more information. Hope this helps. ( https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/dog-care/common-dog-behavior-issues/mounting-and-masturbation )

No, there is nothing wrong with the surgery. Dogs hump for other reasons like dominance behavior, play behavior or excitement. I suggest you refer to this article linked below: ( https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/dog-care/common-dog-behavior-issues/mounting-and-masturbation )

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Jax may be humping due to being intact. Dogs can also hump if they are anxious or to show dominance. Neutering him may help curb this behavior. The pain may be due to friction and trauma. I would stop him as soon as he starts to hump. I hope this helps!