My Chihuahua fears water bowls & thresholds. How can I help him?

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My sister's one year old Chihuahua has a fear of drinking out of a water bowl. He will stand as far away as possible and stretch out to reach it. Sometimes he will only drink out of her hand. He also won't cross thresholds. He will sit and cry for help no matter how much we encourage him. It's this a problem with depth perception or just a behavior? Otherwise he is a healthy, sweet little boy. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 4 months old | 5 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Oh Tucker is CUTE! I bet his eye sight is fine, but you can always have your Vet examine him. I would try to train him out of these behaviors. Using the same water bowl mix up a watery delicious substance like liquidy dog food or baby food or chicken broth. Sit with him and encourage him to drink out of the bowel. With the door way, again using the best treats in the world, sit on the other side of the threshold and have him go back and forth. Have him chase you through it and give him treats. With time both things should improve if you work hard enough. I hope this helps!

My Chihuahua fears water bowls & thresholds. How can I help him?

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