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Fearful Dog Archive

Living with a fearful dog can be challenging, but it's also very rewarding. The most important thing you can do as the guardian of a fearful dog is educate yourself, because the more you learn, the better equipped you'll become at helping your dog overcome her fear(s).
 

The link below goes to a site/blog on the topic of living with a fearful dog.  Be sure to explore the link, including the video's on the right side of the page.  If you live with a fearful, socially sensitive dog, you may want to consider purchasing the book, as it will be helpful as you move forward long-term with your dog.
5 Golden Rules for working with a fearful dog
An article and blog by Nicole Wilde, author of Help for Your Fearful Dog

Please understand that most cases of dog bites to humans are the result of fear. The following links are excellent resources that can help stop a bite before it happens!
Stop Dog Aggression Before It Starts
By Dr. Sophia Yin, DVM, MS

Dogs Bite When Humans Greet Inappropriately
By Dr. Sophia Yin, DVM, MS

Bite Prevention: Understanding your dogs communication system

Sometimes fearful body language can be pretty subtle - see the link below for video footage: 

Jonesy & signs of fear:
http://tinyurl.com/65azmj8
 

 


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