Do you ever find your Belgian Malinois standing over you when you are lying down or sitting down? It can be quite intimidating due to it’s size.
What drives this behavior and what is your Belgian Malinois thinking when they do this? What causes your Belgian Malinois to stand over you?
Let’s look at the reasons behind why your Belgian Malinois stands over you and what to do.
Why does my Belgian Malinois stand over me?
Your Belgian Malinois stands over you because they are trying to exert their dominance over you. Standing over you is a natural canine instinct, however, the behavior needs to be controlled because it can lead to behavior problems causing your dog to be dangerous to you, others, and themselves.