Real Solutions for Dogs with Serious Behavior Problems In New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania

Real Help for Biting, Lunging, Guarding, and Red-Zone Dogs

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Why Choose Bullys Behaven?

Aggressive dog training is a specialized skill, and it’s what we do best. At Bullys Behaven, we’ve helped countless families across Jackson, Central and North Jersey, Staten Island, and Brooklyn who felt like they were out of options. When other trainers give up, we get results.

With nearly a 20 years of experience saving dogs with extreme behavioral issues, we know how to guide dogs from chaos to calm, and from fear to focus.

Understanding Dog Aggression

Aggression is one of the most complex and misunderstood dog behaviors. It can be triggered by confusion, fear, territorial instincts, or a misguided sense of control.

Some dogs are calm with one person but growl or snap at another. Others may show signs of resource guarding, protective aggression, or reactivity toward strangers or other pets.

Early warning signs include:

  • Growling or guarding food and toys

  • Snapping when touched

  • Lunging at people or dogs

  • Showing teeth or stiff body posture

If left unaddressed, these warning signs can escalate into dangerous behavior. But there is a solution, and we can help.

Common Aggression Triggers

Dogs often react aggressively when they feel anxious, confused, or disrespected. Some of the most common triggers include:

  • Taking food, bones, or toys away

  • Grooming, nail trims, or baths

  • Touching ears, paws, or tail

  • Being physically moved or lifted

  • Hugging, leaning over, or making eye contact

  • Interrupting rest or sleep

  • Handling their collar or leash

  • Going through doors at the same time

  • Verbal corrections or physical pressure

If any of this sounds familiar, you're not alone—and it's not too late to make a change.

Our Aggression Rehab Approach

We don’t rely on pure positive reinforcement because aggressive behavior needs more than treats—it requires structure and leadership.

Our balanced dog training approach focuses on:

  • Clear expectations and boundaries

  • Addressing the root cause of aggression

  • Rebuilding trust through calm, firm leadership

  • Customizing training for your dog’s temperament

We work with all types of aggression, including:

  • Leash reactivity

  • Fear-based aggression

  • Dominance-related aggression

  • Dog-on-dog aggression

  • Human-directed aggression

Results You Can Count On

Many families see progress in just one session. We’ve helped turn around “lost causes” and “red zone” cases that other trainers refused.

You’ll not only gain control of your dog’s behavior. You’ll gain peace of mind, confidence, and a better life for your dog and your family.

Contact Us Today to Learn More

Ready to stop living in fear or frustration? Let’s create a plan to help your dog succeed.

We welcome Board and Train Clients from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and More.


Let’s bring your dog back from aggression and back to the family.