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It's tuff having to do that and I can understand your fears when it comes to protecting your child. Way too much risk is involved to try and learn dog behavior with children around.

But most dogs are not vicious or mean just because they bite or nip but are simply disciplining or asserting their authority or rank in the pack/family. Scary thing is when a dog disciplines its young they tend to nip the side or face and they do the same with small children.

I have a Dingo and I came to understand the hard way it's the dominate female of that species that determines who stays in the pack. When we brought another weak and sickly dog in the home she wanted to kill it. My wife believe it or not had to step up as Alpha mom. She made it clear in no uncertain terms she was in charge and we have had peace in our home. It's still alot of work sometimes, but worth it.

If you think about getting another dog me thinks there are some published guidelines online to help determine if the puppy will be Alpha, Beta or Omega. I have one who wants to be Alpha has her own agenda and tests our authority from time to time. The other is a most kind, obedient Beta/Omega, the perfect dog for a boy of any age.