2006-09-25 15:53:35 · 17 answers · asked by tillytill99 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
a lot of good suggestions so far, but some will get you bitten if you move too fast. First off, when you let a dog sniff you, you don't do it with an open hand, you do it with a closed fist and you let them smell the back of your fist. If his reaction is okay, you can slowly move to his back and ribs. Stay away from his mouth for a while. Rub his back and ribs. If he turns over, you can scratch his belly or paws. If not, continue rubbing for a few minutes. The food in the pocket or in your hand thing, will get you bitten if it is a new dog that does not have trust in you. They can see it as a way of teasing him and could take it personal and could react in a way you don't like. From and in a controled area, perferably a kennel or a tied up line, grab a bowl and put dog food in it. When you take it to him, place it on the floor and back away. IF THIS IS AN AGGRESSIVE DOG he may growl at you while you are too close. Let him eat. Dont look at him while he eats. When he/she is done, let him go out fo the kennel or off the chain/leash and then pick up the bowl. IF the dog is welcoming, place the bowl on teh floor and let him eat. When he is done, just walk up and take the bowl then let the dog go. Best to wait a few minutes to an hour for safety (10-60 min.) From here, go for a walk with him/her. USE A LEASH or a LEAD. Take him for a good walk and let him/her sniff around as much as they want. When you get back, let him/her relax while you sit somewhere near her/him. Not too close but close enough. If they like you at this point, they will come to you on their own and sniff you and let you pet them. HERE you can pet their heads and bellies and backs, etc. If they don't come to you, it will take some more time with them. Playing is a step you do when you feel confident that the dog has accepted you as a presence. All these steps are for a dog that you bring home or you find in one day. If you feel confident that the dog likes you, move on to playing (at least and hour to two hours after he/she ate). From here, it all comes down to time spent with them as well as consistancy and a basic routine. It will take time to fully earn their friendship, just like humans, but they can let you close in a short time.
2006-09-25 16:23:37 · answer #1 · answered by vail2073 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Will to earn a dog's friendship is to look after then,take them for walks and go to a good dog training and that will you and your dog out a lot. Dog are as good as we are. But if you do train your dog the write way, your dog can be a Little pit harder sometimes to be a good friendship. I have a chocolate Labrador and she is a very good dog and my Best friend. Good Luck! You Can Do It
2006-09-25 16:06:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had this problem once. It was a year or two ago and I used to go over to this dog pound, they had a middle-aged german shepherd named Buddy. He'd been abused as a puppy and didn't like anybody, didn't even like the people that worked there that well. I used to go over to see him every single day, I'd bring him treats and gifts and toys all the time. When he learned to trust me I'd bring him for walks and we slowly grew a very close friendship and he used to protect me from other people.
It takes time, patience, and you showing him that you honestly care and would never hit him no matter what.
2006-09-25 15:55:59 · answer #3 · answered by winds_of_justice 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is a good question, i think it really depends on who you ask. Some might see it one way while some might view it completely the opposite way. Me personally, I would take the dog for walks dailiy, and try to stick with cosntand times
feed the dog a variety of food
constantly pet the talk, play with it as much as possible
and only be as firm as you need to be when giving the dog discipline
good luck with your dog
2006-09-25 15:55:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't act scared and talk to him. Animals know if you are an animal lover or not. take him treats and try to always pet them. I have six dogs and I have a good friendship with them all and even my cat. Give him a lot of LOVE
2006-09-25 15:56:39 · answer #5 · answered by marinecorps1012000 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i trust like dogs are extra ideal acquaintances because they are continually there for you and they love you no count number what. If it ought to, a dogs would take a bullet for you. would a cat? probable no longer also they are sturdy at protecting you, and also you could coach them such extremely some tricks and they are functional for extremely some issues. You dont hear about seeing eye cats and stuff. Yea yet i do love cats. I clone of dogs extra ideal And dogs have diverse personalities :O
2016-11-24 19:14:09 · answer #6 · answered by orum 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put your hand out palm down for it to sniff. If it reacts well, pet it gently. Then, work with treats and show the dog lots of love. It is actually really simple and such a worth while thing!
2006-09-25 15:56:39 · answer #7 · answered by Social_D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
show the dog you love it and you will not hurt it dogs like messages the front leg has a bone near the foot that sends endorphins to their brains. and they love that rub the leg and say good boy or if it doesnt know its name say its name over & over to teach it. like people it is a trust thing sometimes time is the only thing .
2006-09-25 15:57:59 · answer #8 · answered by shea s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be calm at first and let him sniff you, then hold out your hand slowly and let him sniff it.
If he appears to like you, pet him and speak kindly to him, that should break the ice for a nice long friendship.
2006-09-25 15:56:11 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
play with it cuddle with it make the dog feel good
2006-09-25 15:54:58 · answer #10 · answered by markpaden2006 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋