Got a sick dog? Or maybe you just have a question about your dog's general health and wellbeing... You've got 3 good options in order to get peace of mind quickly... … [Read more...]
How To Calm A Frightened Dog With Treats (aka Counter Conditioning)
When there is a thunderstorm outside, does your dog freak out? Is your dog scared of storms? What about strangers? Does your dog get scared whenever visitors come to your house? Lots of dogs become frightened whenever they: Hear loud noises (like fireworks or thunderstorms) See certain things (like strange people) Smell certain smells (like other dogs, another animal, or food perhaps) If your normally calm and assertive dog becomes a frightened dog during certain … [Read more...]
P.E.T. (Play, Exercise, Training) Helps A Fearful Dog Become A More Confident Dog
When you have a fearful dog, the first thing you want to do is learn to lower your dog's stress level. Lowering your dog's stress level will give your dog the chance to learn new skills and behaviors. One way to help a fearful dog become a more confident dog is by doing Play, Exercise, Training therapy (otherwise known as P.E.T.): Play - If your dog is afraid to play (with or without you), try to change your dog's surroundings. Give him a place to play that he … [Read more...]
Nervous Dogs – Is Your Dog Fearful Around Strangers In Public?
The following question is in reference to the post about nervous dogs inside the home -- dogs that bark like crazy whenever strangers come to the door or enter the house. What can you do if you are out in public? my dog is very nervous around anyone and will not turn his back on anyone. We have tried having the stranger give him treats but that doesn't work and he won't let anyone touch him either. -- Pat Dear Pat - Having the stranger give your dog treats is a good idea -- and … [Read more...]
Nervous Dogs – Try This If Your Dog Is Fearful Around People
For years, our dog Tenor would bark uncontrollably and become quite nervous around strangers and people that we would allow inside our home. Now, he's 3 years old, and it's been getting progressively worse. That is, until we asked for help from our personal dog trainer, Suzy Godsey. For us, the act of getting our dog to feel completely comfortable with guests inside our home was a 2-step process. Step #1: Stop the barking Step #2: Get our dog to sit calmly around … [Read more...]
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