Why is my dog so scared of everything? How can I help him relax?

Question

Why does he cower at my feet when I go to pet him or if walk towards him I've had him for about 2 months now and he's been doing this since the very day I brought him home when I call him he's scared to come and also when I take him for walks he puts his tail between his leg puts his ears back and barks at anyone and anything he sees he's even scared of trees I don't know he and he's scared of tall plants how can I make him loosen up and enjoy life instead of being a scardy cat all the time. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 9 months and 4 days old

Menolly Cote, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry to hear of your issues with Marley. He is lucky to have such a dedicated owner. Some dogs are fearful by nature. It is possible to overcome this behavior with dedicated behavior modification and a positive training environment. I would urge you to look for a positive reinforcement trainer in your area. Approaching is problem in an organized manner will be very helpful. To get you started this is a great resource: https://positively.com/contributors/help-for-the-fearful-dog-by-linda-michaels/

Why is my dog so scared of everything? How can I help him relax?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my new pet biting? Is she stressed or scared in her new home?

My pet keeps scratching its ear. What's causing this problem?

My pet's ear mite treatment isn't working. What else could it be?

How to keep a pet mom and her newborn babies warm and calm?

My hamster is suddenly bloated, angry, and biting. What should I do?

Why is my 5-week-old chick struggling to walk with splayed legs?

Share