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Helping a Fearful Dog: The General Dos and Don'ts (Series 2 of 2)

2/14/2024

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PictureOlive is our model here. She is enjoying some outdoor time at a distance from me. She was very fearful of humans when she came here.
People pick out their dogs or puppies based on various criteria.   Some people see that the puppy or dog is fearful and want to help them out.  Others may not have realized they picked out a fearful puppy or dog right away.   Once a dog or puppy home and has serious fear or anxiety (interferes with their enjoyment of life not simple timidity), how do you progress forward with and for your new dog or puppy?

It is a good idea not to wait, and to start to educate yourself and prepare right away.  That being said, expect the progress to be slow and to celebrate the small victories along the way.  Overall, be patient.  This is a long term relationship that you are working on.


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What may have caused fear in your new dog or puppy?  (1 of 2 in series)

2/5/2024

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Chewy came in as a very fearful puppy. He grew into a social butterfly. This is not always the result, but it can be for some.

​At Mannerly Mutts, a pretty common behavioral problem is fear in dogs and puppies.   This is a problem for the dog or puppy, as it can limit their enjoyment of life and all it has to offer.  This can also be a problem for the owner when trying to do the things you need to do to take care of your dog or puppy.   Vets visits and so on can end up being a very traumatic experience for both the owner and the dog.

Fear can present in many ways.  

1)  Seeking to hide or run away
2) Biting (not the more common mouthing) or aggressive behaviors
3)  Shaking
​4) Freezing in place
​5)  Submissive peeing

​What things may have caused this?


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    ​Owner and Head Dog Trainer in Maine, Robin Katherine Rubin, started her Maine dog training business in September 2004.  Our dog training facility is located in Southern Maine in York Beach and we help families enjoy their dogs more, making sure they listen reliably and resolving unwanted behaviors.

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