Every time a dog barks at her, she lays down and refuses to get up and walk, I have to drag her. When she sees something big and strange, like a sign or something she doesn't wanna walk by it. Everytime we see a dog, she lays down with her tail between her legs. Will se grow out of this? What can I do to tuffen her up? I give her alot of love, could that be the reason?
2006-12-05 15:26:32 · 7 answers · asked by pollo 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Make sure you are not re enforcing her state of mind, yes your love might be makeing it worse, by babying her is makeing her think there IS someting to be afraid of when she is afraid act stern, do not baby do not go down to her level you need to make her do what you want to do, when she drops and rolls, stand her back up dont drag her, put her back on her feet and keep walking as if nothing has happened dont baby, when she is afraid of the signs or big things keep walking do not talk or say anything or even react to her behavior. Try sitting next to it do not let her cower keep her on her feet and if you have to stand there for a half hour do it do not leave the sign or big thing until she is calm and doing as she is told. I hope this gives you a start. Be sure that you do praise her and love her for acceptable and wanted behavior. Just dont do it when she is doing something you dont want her to do
2006-12-05 15:42:35 · answer #1 · answered by Dalmatian 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't give her too much love! She has some fears that can be conquered by socializing her. Start small and increase exposure to things that frighten her. One of my dogs (a rescue) which I got as a puppy had extreme fears. She is so much better today, goes to the dog park and has lots of fun etc, but for a long time she was scared to death and would foam at the mouth, drool very excessively and even had some seizures when too stimulated and it took very little to over stimulate her, too. She was the sole survivor of a litter of puppies that had been tossed from a moving vehicle.
Still today she wants to hide if she hears that back up sound of a large vehicle like a garbage truck. She is a bit skittish at times but basically very social now.
Take her out regularly and gradually increase her time out. Take a "treat" bag with you with some small training treats to encourage her to walk with you. If there is a neighbor that will walk their dog with you and your dog that would be helpful too. Start by socializing her with another dog or a few dogs. Work up to a dog park. Just do it gradually and yes she can get over it. DON'T do anything to try and make her aggressive, that could turn her into a fear biter and cause serious problems for her. Consistency and exposure, rewards and encouragement without babying her will help. If you could work with her, with a trainer, that would be good.
2006-12-05 23:49:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is certainly NOT because you show her too much love..that is likely all that keeps her going, at all... Here is a great lesson and advice on dealing with the timid dog.
Motivating a Timid Dog http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&A=997&S=1
dogs are much as people, and some are born submissive or shy, just as with people..with patience, and following good advice, you can help her become more comfortable..
2006-12-06 03:46:12 · answer #3 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like your dog is skittish. Walk her where there are people so she gets used to activity.
Of course you must be careful, if she get scared, she could become a fear biter.
You might want to consult a professional.
BTW Loving a dog will not make it timid.
2006-12-05 23:38:28 · answer #4 · answered by starting over 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She will grow out of it, Instead of pulling on her and letting her think she is failing, Sit next to her and talk to her.....say.."look at that big dog. someday he will be your friend.'
Slowly introduce her to things and experiences.
Instead of willienillie running to wherever. She is very awaer of what is around her. She will warm up to things.In the long run she will be wise and confident. Let her move at her own pace.
2006-12-06 04:42:34 · answer #5 · answered by clcalifornia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You seem to really love your b*Ch. But you have made her a wimp that even my cat can B*Ch slap her. That's sad. Shame on you really.
But anyway Good luck.
2006-12-07 13:07:34 · answer #6 · answered by Luv C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.leerburg.com/motivational.htm
2006-12-05 23:30:41 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋