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06.06.2020
Dog Behaviour. Dog Training. Young dogs fear out of nowhere? Fear Impact Periods.
Did your young dogs fear seem to come out of nowhere? Let’s talk ‘Fear Impact Periods’…
Fear Impact Periods -
In general, the more independence a dog achieves with maturity, the more cautious they become about the unfamiliar. [Read More…]
Admin - 08:38:55 @ Puppies, Dog 'Ownership' Helpful Tips, Reactionary Behaviour, Strangers
22.02.2020
Dog Behaviour. Dog Training. Dogs Scared Of Strangers.
A fear of strangers —
Firstly, you do not have to know the exact route cause as to why your dog is fearful of strangers, to be able to help them.
The first step is very specifically, identify all those your dog is afraid around – who and when.
Then, for the early stages of the training process it is all about lowering your dog’s (and your own) stress levels, by avoiding these triggers, to help them become amenable to teaching. [Read More…]
Admin - 05:59:43 @ Strangers | Add a comment
15.03.2019
Dog Behaviour, Dog Training, Fear of Strangers
Is your dog scared of strangers?
When interacting -
Ideally, strangers should remain standing (bending over so that face and eyes are on the same level can be quite threatening to a dog) slightly side on, keeping their hands in close to their body (hands can be scary!)
The person if possible, could be asked to look over at……rather than at your dogs eyes.
If your dog hides behind you or moves away, that’s fine, let your dog have their space - for everyone’s well being. [Read More…]
Admin - 10:06:48 @ Puppies, Visitors and your Dog, Strangers | Add a comment
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