My new dog is scared and won't follow me. How can I build trust?

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Hello.i have a dog named bobby.i have him for 4 months and he is 3 years old.the Problem is that he dont follow me and he is afraid of me.every time when i take him for a walk he is scared and his not Sure to follow me.please tell me what to do about that how to make him to trust me? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | 2 years and 4 months old

Debi Matlack · Accepted Answer

Patience and time and lots of loving and treats will help him grow to trust you. Since he's worried on walks, I would keep them short for now, carry treats or a favorite toy with you and when he follows you or comes when you call, even just one step, reward him and give him lots of praise. Find out what he likes to play with, teach him tricks or little tasks, take him for rides with you, whatever he seems to like, do that. As an adult dog in a new situation, it can be overwhelming. Make sure he gets plenty of exercise, play fetch or get him involved in dog agility of some other social activity to help boost his confidence when he's ready.

My new dog is scared and won't follow me. How can I build trust?

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