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The dog is afraid of people: why and what to do

Dogs are complex creatures that have their own character, characteristics, temperament, some pets are good-natured, others are wary, but, in most cases, this behavior does not go beyond the bounds of the adopted. Some defects of behavior are corrected, the animal cannot be eliminated from others, the owners simply adapt, accepting the pet as it is. But there are atypical situations when an animal behaves not quite in an appropriate way. For example, a dog is afraid of people ... A friend of a person who has lived side-by-side with people for thousands of years, and suddenly such a reaction. How to behave the owners and how you can help a four-legged friend?

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Why does an animal react to people like that

Dog is afraid of people

The reasons for this reaction may be different. Among the main ones we can single out the following:

  • Fear is often caused by abuse. This can happen if the dog was taken not from professional responsible breeders or dog lovers, but from so-called “breeders”. In this case, the spirit of profit prevails, and animals are often kept in harsh conditions and often punished. This is possible in the conditions of kennels for stray dogs, and when the rude dog was taken into the family and did not meet the expectations of the new owners.
  • Absent socialization - the dog is kept locked up, does not see outsiders. If up to three months the adaptation process has not occurred, it is possible that the pet will subsequently be afraid of everything unknown, including strangers.
  • The weakness of the nervous system - often in the litter appears one puppy, which behaves differently than the others, more cautious. Even a rustle can frighten him, and from loud sounds a baby can get stuck in a corner and even write to it. This behavior is more often associated with a weak nervous system. Such phobias will pursue such a dog all their lives and the owner will have to work hard to turn a fearful dog into a bolder dog.

In addition to the above, there are still idiopathic, that is, with unexplained origin, fears. In this case, the dog is afraid of something specific - tall people, crying babies, men with a beard, etc. The same can happen inside the family, when a pet begins to cause fear in a pet.

Of course, if you know the cause of the origin of fear, it will be easier to correct the behavior of the animal. In this case, it is necessary to make some efforts, to treat with understanding and patience.

The dog was scared

In dogs, fear of people occurs when they do not believe a person or are unsure of their own abilities. In this situation, the animal feels threatened in the face of the two-legs and should be dissuaded from it.

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What to do with a passive reaction

It looks like this: the dog runs away without looking at the person who caused her fear. What does the owner usually do? In the first case, he calls a pet that does not bring results, and then catches up and punishes for insubordination. In the second, catching an animal, shows pity, begins to feel sorry for the pet and calm down. What can I say, both options are erroneous, if the dog is punished, it also becomes afraid of the owner, if it is pitiful, then consider that it behaves correctly and sees that the owner supports it.

Correct actions should look different:

  • It is necessary to allow the dog to retire to a safe distance.
  • If the dog is not going to stop, then you should call, but without using the "Go to me" command, it is better to call a nickname or other phrases, for example, "Stand!".
  • You should approach the dog only after the animal has stopped moving. This should be done calmly, without fuss and running.
  • You need to make sure that the dog is not afraid, go back and fasten the leash. You can pet a pet, but without showing excessive trepidation and pity.
  • Then follows the command "Near" and distraction of the pet by the game, simple tasks.

It is important that the owner emanates goodwill and tranquility. A dog should not feel the concern or uncertainty of the owner.

In most cases, a passive reaction suggests that the dog is not self-reliant. Therefore, the owner must set an example that there is nothing to worry about and fear. After all, dogs are prone to copying the behavior of a person who is considered a leader. Maybe the dog will not cease to be afraid, but will move away from a dangerous object, and not run.

How to behave with aggressive behavior

In this situation, the owner is trying to catch up with the pet and grab the collar, shouting over the barking of the embittered and frightened animal. And after the dog waiting for bashing ... And who in this situation behaves inadequately? Of course, the owner. By his behavior, he once again proves that the danger is not mythical, and that the main method in the fight against fear is the use of physical force.

Why is a dog afraid of people

If a dog not only barks, but also floats teeth, you should definitely contact an experienced dog handler and sign up for training. Aggressive animal should not be among people.

If the dog only growls and barks, you should confidently come up and pull it back by the collar, giving the command "Quiet!". If this does not help, you should hug the pet's sternum with your knees, and keep it up until the person who caused the aggression leaves. Then you need to put the animal next, and in a stern voice say "Good!". Praise, iron, pity, reassure can not. Then the dog must be given a few simple commands.

Experts recommend the first thing to teach a pet to two important commands - "Quiet", for which the dog should stop barking, and "Fu!". And also will help intensive socialization, frequent walking, good attitude and understanding of his four-legged friend.

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