Why Does My Dog Kick Me With His Back Legs?

There are a few reasons why your dog might kick you with his back legs.

• He’s trying to tell you something – like he’s in pain or wants to play
• It’s just for fun
• You have an aggressive dog

If your dog is kicking you frequently, it’s best to consult with a veterinarian and find out what might be wrong.

The most likely reason why your dog is kicking you is because he has aggression towards other dogs or people.

This can come from all kinds of different sources, but it’s important to figure out what’s causing the problem.

Here are some things to keep in mind if your dog is kicking you:

• Are there any situations where your dog acts aggressively towards other animals?
• Have you noticed any changes in your dog’s behavior over time?
• Is there anything about your home environment that may cause stress for your dog?
• Has your dog ever been kicked by another animal?
• Does your dog tend to bite when he feels threatened?

Why Do Dogs Kick Their Back Legs?

If your dog is kicking you often, it’s best to consult with a professional about what’s going on.

A veterinarian can rule out physical problems and help you figure out if there’s any psychological problem at work.

“Dogs use their front legs for balance while they’re walking,” says Dr.

Eric Epperson, veterinary behaviorist and author of The Complete Guide to Understanding Your Dog’s Behavior.

“When dogs walk, they tend to keep their rear legs close together and not spread them apart.”

That means when dogs walk, they tend to have their back legs in line with their front legs.

When dogs run, their back legs are more spread out so they don’t trip over themselves.

But sometimes, dogs will kick their back legs out as well.

This is most commonly seen in puppies who are learning how to walk or other young animals who haven’t been trained to walk properly yet.

As they learn to walk, they’ll start by placing one foot in front of the other then move their back leg forward.

As they get better and better at this, they’ll start moving both legs forward.

But because their back legs are still used for balance, they’ll kick them out to the side and place them behind them.

Of course, this can be frustrating for people who want to train their puppy to walk correctly.

Puppies will kick their back legs out until they’re taught to keep them closer to their body.

And even though it may seem funny, kicking with your back legs is actually quite serious business.

It could indicate that your dog has some sort of injury and you need to take him to the vet right away.

Possible Solutions to the Problem

If your dog is kicking you frequently, it’s best to consult with a veterinarian.

In most cases, there will be no permanent damage done to your dog if he kicks you with his back legs.

But there are some steps you can take to prevent this from happening again.

Here are several ways you can train your dog not to kick his back legs.

How to Train Your Dog Not to Kick Their Back Legs

If your dog does this regularly and there’s no obvious reason as to why, then it’s time to take action.

First off, you need to figure out what’s causing your dog to do this.

Is it a habit?

What happens when your dog kicks him?

Do you get angry?

Are you able to teach him not to kick you?

If your dog has been kicked by another animal (or even humans), it can be difficult to teach him not to repeat the behavior.

The first thing you should do is make sure that you’re not being punished for the behavior.

This means that if you punish your dog for kicking, he’ll associate the punishment with his kicking behavior.

Also, don’t yell at your dog while he’s doing it.

Calmly scolding your dog will help to reinforce him not to do it again.

Next, you need to decide whether you want to train your dog to stop kicking altogether or whether you’d rather keep it as a way to let him know that he shouldn’t do this.

Either way, you’re going to have to use positive reinforcement training methods.

Here are some ways to accomplish this:

• Reward your dog for stopping kicking with treats, toys, or praise.
• Use a clicker to train your dog to stop kicking.
• Teach your dog how to sit using food rewards.
• Create an environment where your dog feels safe and comfortable.
• Play with your dog instead of punishing him.

The Benefits of a Dog That Doesn’t Kick Their Back Legs

If you’ve ever had a dog who kicks you with their back legs, then you know how painful this can be.

The problem isn’t limited to dogs that are aggressive toward people either.

Some dogs tend to get kicked more often than others, and some are more likely to use their back legs as weapons than others.

Fortunately, there are several things you can do to help prevent your dog from using his back legs aggressively.

And while most dogs will stop kicking after they’ve been trained not to, there are still times when they’ll continue to kick out of habit, frustration, or boredom.

1. Start Training Early

A lot of people think that if they don’t start training a new puppy right away, then the puppy won’t learn proper behavior.

This isn’t necessarily true.

Even though some puppies may seem less obedient at first, they’re still learning all the time.

So long as you keep them active, engaged, and interested enough to make sure they learn what you want them to learn, a puppy should eventually become a well-behaved adult dog.

As I mentioned above, it’s important to start training early.

Puppies are eager learners and will always respond better to positive reinforcement rather than punishment.

Punishment usually teaches a dog that certain behaviors are bad and cause him pain.

Positive reinforcement, on the other hand, encourages a dog to behave in a particular way because he likes it and finds it rewarding.

So before you even bring home your puppy, start teaching him good behavior by praising him whenever he does something right.

You can also use treats or toys to reinforce good behavior.

Even if you only give him one treat every day, he’ll soon associate that reward with the behavior you want to see.

This doesn’t mean you need to be an overbearing parent.

You can let your puppy explore the world around him without constantly telling him what to do.

He’ll learn to obey you when he needs to, not just when he feels like it.

Just make sure you always praise him for good behavior.

When he misbehaves, gently correct him and try again later.

2. Practice Patience

Even though your puppy has a strong desire to please you, it’s easy to forget that he’s a young dog and hasn’t learned everything yet.

If you yell at him, hit him, or punish him, he’ll learn that bad behavior gets rewarded.

But if you ignore him, he’ll figure out pretty quickly that bad behavior will never get rewarded.

Keep in mind that your dog is still growing up and figuring out his place in the pack.

While you may feel frustrated by his lack of obedience, he’s probably just feeling insecure and overwhelmed.

Give him time to grow into his role as pack leader and he’ll stop being so disobedient.

3. Don’t Be Too Hard On Yourself

Some dogs do naturally react poorly to certain situations.

For example, if you own a large breed of dog, you could find yourself getting scratched or bitten quite easily.

These dogs aren’t born aggressive, but they may show signs of aggression if you put them in certain situations.

If you notice any warning signs of aggression in your dog, such as growling, snapping at people, or staring intensely, then you should seek professional advice.

If you decide to train your dog to avoid these situations, you’ll need to work slowly and carefully to ensure that you don’t accidentally teach your dog to bite instead of avoiding confrontation.

4. Don’t Overfeed Your Dog

Another common reason for dogs to kick their back legs is a lack of exercise.

If you feed your dog too much food, he’ll end up gaining weight and becoming lazy.

Larger breeds of dog require more exercise than smaller ones.

If your dog is overweight, you can give him a little extra exercise each day to burn off some excess fat.

Or you can take him outside for short walks twice per day to increase his activity level.

What to Do If Your Dog Keeps Kicking Their Back Legs

If your dog is kicking you frequently, it’s best to consult with a vet.

The good news is, most vets will be able to help and can suggest ways to stop the behavior.

Conclusion

If you’re not sure whether your dog is trying to communicate with you, contact a veterinarian immediately.

They can perform a physical exam and assess the situation.

If your dog is kicking you because of pain, they may need to be put on pain medication.

This is especially true if your dog has had previous injuries from other behaviors.

Once the pain is gone, it’s time to start training him how to properly behave around you.

Once you’ve trained him to stop this behavior, you’ll be able to use that same method to train him to do other things (like sit) without having to worry about hurting him.

If your dog is just being playful, there’s no reason to get upset.

He’s probably just testing you and will stop once he realizes you won’t react to his actions.

If you want to respond to these types of kicks, you should try using a technique called “gentle correction.” You can read more about gentle correction here.

Keep reading to find out what else you should know about dog kicking!