2006-06-29 04:33:34 · 13 answers · asked by cleavermar1 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Three things that will be a benefit in the long run are.. Introducing it to as many situations and people as possible.. Use something that is realises is comforting like its fave toy or a blanket or tip bits if his stomach rules... Take him to as many dog shows just to walk round as possible. Places with lots of things going on.. Start small and work it up.. Bigger and more people/ dogs.
Secondly introduce new experiences like taking him to the groomers or boarding him in a Really good kennels ON a day board where you can pick him up at night... This will get him used to being around things without you..
Thirdly don't panic.. a walk in the park where he runs away from a bird is all new and better than yesterday.. It will come.. Just keep pushing everyday.. Something new and fun... It has to be rewarding or he wont want to do it again defeating the object..
Well done for caring enough to start the ball rolling.. It will be so much easier as he is still young.. No shouting. No sudden movements and patients is all you need.. Oh and lots of biscuits.. Hee hee... You can do do it!
2006-06-30 09:10:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 9⤊ 2⤋
Some people are just too clever aren't they? How would we manage without such wit?
My advice would be not to make a big deal out of it. My dog was very timid when she arrived at 9 months old and we just got on with life. We gradually introduced different things and let her develop in her own time. If you make a big fuss every time your dog's a bit shy then you are re-inforcing the behaviour and your dog will believe that there is really something to be scared of. If instead you act confident and give lots of no-nonsense encouragement s/he might get over it. But then again, s/he might just be timid and there's nothing you can do about it - think how much better it is than being aggressive.
2006-06-29 04:46:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't stop him being timid as such but you can do things to boost his confidence. If he is timid with people, don't try to force him to meet them. If you are talking to someone ask them just to ignore him - he will be watching them and if they don't bother him or stare at him he won't feel threatened.
Just let him take his own time to get used to everything he is still very young - big dogs take longer to mature so don't rush him.
I wouldn't advise a dog class if he is timid as all the noise, the people and the barking might make him worse instead of better.
It is better to socialise him out and about where you usually walk him. If you know anyone who is really good with dogs you could try getting him/her to offer him tidbits but again don't push it - let him make his mind up.
Training him can increase his confidence in you which can then increase his confidence.
Start with basic stuff like come, sit, down etc. then try teaching him how to bow, give a paw, catch a treat, balance a biscuit on his nose. The fun of training and the praise should give him a boost.
2006-06-29 05:01:16 · answer #3 · answered by DogDoc 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a slow process and you need to loving and patient. First, teach your dog to Touch! Put some food in your hand and touch the dogs nose with it and say Touch! and give them the food. Do this three or four times. Next, put your hand close to the dog without the food and say Touch!. Your dog should touch your hand them give them some food. Keep doing this moving your hand further away from the dog so the dog has to come to your hand. This whole process should take less that 5 minutes.
Next, get the dog to Touch! objects that they are afraid of. When they do, give 'em food and lots of praise. Continue to gradually pull our dog out of it's comfort zone. Little by little they will become more brave. This technique also works on people and other dogs.
2006-06-29 04:58:58 · answer #4 · answered by Deb t 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try taking him everywhere with you and getting him socialized with other dog's and people. Also take him into any and all place's that will allow a dog to come into. Take him to large community event's such as concert's in the park's etc. It takes alot of time and consistencey but it can be done and you will enjoy your pet alot more and the pet will be more happy as well. Good Luck.
2006-06-29 04:53:54 · answer #5 · answered by Tammy A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why is everyone being so mean? try taking the dog to play with other dogs and socialize him. that's the best i could do. good luck.
man, what freak would say "stick fireworks up there." jesus.
2006-06-29 04:49:02 · answer #6 · answered by strawberry fields 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Agility classes are a great confidence builder!
Make sure you are not reinforcing the behavior with petting and babying!
2006-06-29 05:21:26 · answer #7 · answered by whpptwmn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why is she timid? you have to build trust with her. do you shout alot or something or has she been hurt or something by someone. my dogs are timid when my b/f is around because he never stops telling them to go and lye down, they think hes going to shout at them, so they get on nervous, i hate it when he does it! they are never nervous around me just relaxed and happy. im considering making them happy permenantly and telling my b/f to p o!
2006-06-29 06:06:44 · answer #8 · answered by petulabadula 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you pet him and tell him it is ok, you are telling him it is ok to be timid. Talk to a Cert. dog trainer.
2006-06-29 04:47:53 · answer #9 · answered by Suzie Q 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try asking a vet about what to do with the dog.
2006-06-29 04:40:24 · answer #10 · answered by Checkers- the -Wolf 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋