how should i go about socializing an adult dog that is fearful of other dogs?

Answer 1

Go about its slowly and cautiously. Since you are not telling me how the dog is behaving.. its a little harder.

I am going to assume your dog cowers, tucks its tail between its legs... that sort of thing.. right? You have a submissive dog, and you may not be able to curb that entirely, but you can help him.

Start at home, boost his confidence by letting him win at a few tug games.

Introduce your dog too only the friendliest of dogs... he's likely scared because he had a bad experience as a pup. Intro. slowing, let the dog see the other dog from a distance.. give him as long as it takes. When he's ready, let them sniff, make sure it stays fun and positive.. encouraging him all the way. repeat this often, making it fun and positive... slowly he will feel comfortable enough to engage in some play, and maybe make some more friends.

Answer 2

I would try to find someone you know that have very dog friendly dogs. Try socializing them on neutral grounds and do it very slowly and on your dog's terms just do not force the situation. Go on walks with the other dogs but in quite areas so there are not a lot of distractions. If your dog is extremely fearful and non aggressive you can try bringing one of the dog's to your home. It may give your dog the added security of being somewhere safe. You should usually introduce dogs on neutral grounds so there is no territorial aggression but if you know that is not a concern for your dog the added security of your home may help. Start at a distance, and try to find a quiet dog to start with. A friendly overly excited dog may terrify your dog. But by using a quiet dog it may just give your dog the chance to do it on his terms and slowly. You may have to have several repeat sessions of meetings before you make any progress. And eventually I would try obedience classes. The classes would give your dog confidence and and he time around other dogs.

Answer 3

i have done this several times, at the present i have 6 dogs, i started them out on the other side of the fence, standing with the strange dog, and talking to them all, then after a while, bring in the strange dog, stay close to him/her, they will all sniff butts and the new dog will probably take a submissive posture, laying on its side, let them do this, there will be a dominance thing, you just have to make sure it doesnt get out of hand, they will eventually get used to each other and find there place in the pack

Answer 4

Maybe you should get another dog and see how the dogs react with each other my dog is the same way but he has over come his fears maybe your dog will to.

Answer 5

i was thinking of getting another dog, but can only afford 1 dog. the cost is much. dont know how to do this. im trying to figure that out with my new husky puppy 6months old.

Answer 6

put them in cages, sounds cruel, and put the cages near each other