Sometimes, a dog does not experience socialization with other dogs and they become afraid when unfamiliar dogs approach. There may have been a past traumatic experience that is causing your dog to be afraid of other dogs. Dogs that are naturally submissive may also be fearful when encountering a more dominant dog.
How do I stop my dog from being scared of other dogs?
How do I help my pup overcome their fear of other dogs?
- Identify your dog’s threshold. …
- Change your pup’s opinion about other dogs. …
- Use the highest value rewards you can. …
- Practice, practice, practice. …
- Decrease the distance between your dog and other dogs.
How do you tell if a dog is scared of another dog?
Signs of fear in dogs may include:
Shaking/trembling. Inability to settle. Attempting to hide. Lack of appetite (including being unable to take a treat).
How can I get my dog to like other dogs?
Here’s what you can try:
- Observe your dog for signs of tension: a stiff body, lip licking, yawning, averting her eyes and head, scratching. …
- Find calm, amiable dogs and introduce your girl to them one at a time in a neutral environment (i.e. not in either dog’s home or yard) to reduce the chances of territorial issues.
How do I make my dog comfortable with other dogs?
How to Socialize a Dog with Other Dogs
- Take Your Dog Out to Observe Other Dogs. Go to a dog park but don’t go in. …
- Resist Tugging While Walking. …
- Go to Dog Training Classes. …
- Ignore Your Dog’s Unwanted Behaviors. …
- Act Like Everything is Normal When He Acts Out. …
- Introduce People Slowly. …
- Read more dog training tips on Dogster.com:
Is it ever too late to socialize a dog?
Dogs can be socialized at anytime of their life, but it’s most important when they’re between the age of 8 weeks and 4 months old. … Dog socialization includes making your dog stress free with a variety of people and different environments and circumstances.
How do I socialize my shy dog with other dogs?
How to Calm a Shy Dog Around Other Dogs
- Identify Triggers. Leash your dog and introduce him to a new dog or group of dogs. Let them mingle. …
- Desensitize. Leash Lucky so you can guide him away if he becomes too anxious, but resist the urge to intervene. …
- Socialize. Leash Lucky and walk him to the park.