Learn about shy and Timid Dogs

lily, miniature long hair dachshund four months, slipped in the puppy class at the wall. His little tail between his legs and his ears were already low on go as low as they could set to say. Unnecessarily, "Billy" was not lucky dog. "There is so much fun at home, I do not understand," said his owner, Mary Karlin of New Jersey.
It is not unusual to see puppies so here in the first night of class. "My Vet said to me, to keep him until he was all his shots," said Mary. In this case, "Billy" was essentially kept in social isolation. Not good for anyone, especially not a puppy during its crucial stage of social development.
Avoid problems: I used to think the people spoke with veterinarians to find a balance between protecting the physical health of their dog and mental health. The transportation of a puppy for walks is a good idea. In addition, most vets I know are happy to host parties socialization for puppies to their list of customers. And of course you should all invite your friends (a couple of record at a time) to new members of your family and help him train (see below). This applies to the newly adopted adult dogs as well.
Building confidence: If your dog has already developed a terrible attitude, as is the case with "Billy" rebuild their confidence gradually exposing him to new experiences, as he and big things, like candy rewards. If I was afraid of men with beards, I'm sure I would get on the fear that if they offered me $ 500 every time I met such a man it is hard not to be a positive relationship with something if it with something that you already love to be associated. goes "I bring some of" Billy "favorite treats walks with me and give it a little more time on each foot. he seemed to enjoy once more," said Mary. There is also a good idea to teach your dog to many practices as possible to respond brand. Do not Stop At just sitting, standing and bottom. Bring your dog roll before and more upset! The more things he learns, the less he has to concentrate on the things he is afraid. Also, have fun during the training period is safe, your dog more confidence in himself and more sure of what is expected of him. If you do not already have, in cooperation with a shy dog will convince you that the joy the motivational training techniques are the right way. Forcing behavior with any dog can have undesirable side effects, but to try a shy dog is doing something quite certain that further exploration leading force in its shell. Use motivate instead Lure / reward training or a reward for your dog wants to play the game of education.
Do not feed fear: On the first night of Mary in the class, they kept picking "Billy" and his pet trying to calm him. The reaction to such a terrible dog usually cause more harm than good. Pampered dog fearful, is a surefire way to promote fear. After all, if your dog when it quickly your application, the reward and the behavior is frequently recur, the same must apply to you pat your dog when he behaves with terror.
Create a safety zone: If you do not want your pet permanently in a corner if he's afraid to withdraw, it is generally a good idea to give your dog a place of their own, where he can for peace, and go rest. This is especially important if you have a busy household. A plastic container in a social context (but not set too high) area of the house, like cooking, is a good choice.
For most dog trainers, there is little that is more rewarding than you see a shy, timid dog out of his shell and enjoy life to the fullest. According to Marie's, "These Days" Billy "fantastic fun outside and in. I take it with me to the girls to school, he goes for trips to run the dog and for us all join the class agility, where he is like a small rocket flies to overcome the obstacles!