A MODERN VIEW AT THE PROBLEM OF THE DOGS’ AGGRESSION

The article presents an analysis of modern domestic and foreign literary sources on the issue of aggressive dog behavior and unmotivated aggression, which today does not lose its relevance among dog owners, specialists involved in animal education and training, zoopsychologists, аnd also veterinarians. Demonstrated the importance of aggression for the survival of a species, as well as the negative consequences of aggressive behavior. Based on literary sources, the most effective approaches to solving the problem of aggressive behavior in dogs were analyzed, which include both understanding natural characteristics and ensuring animal welfare, reducing the effects of stress factors, using pharmacological agents, gonadectomy, types of training, and socialization.