May 20, 2011
My dog went missing for two weeks. Now that she is back, she seems afraid. What do I do?
Full Question:
While I was at work the ups person made a delivery and did not shut my door all the way. My 8 month old GSD got out and she was gone for about 2 weeks.Before she left she has always been upbeat not a coward at all she is from working bloodlines so she has always been high strong dog. I got her to herd, protection work. Then I had put up signs for her and had her name out there suddenly I was out in my yard as she comes crawling up. Usually I had to brace myself with Berlyn seeing me but she was crawling like someone had beat her. She pees when I go to put her collar on... It is like somebody has broken her spirit and she is almost afraid now!! How do I gain her confidence back she has turned into a soft dog? She is still very mouthy and knows I won't do anything to her?
Leah
Cindy's Answer:
Dogs get confidence from knowing that you will be there as a leader for them. Making excuses for their behavior and feeling sorry for what they may have experienced only makes you appear weak to the dog. This is the wrong thing to do if you want respect and to build her confidence.
Start with our groundwork program then Pack Structure for the Family Pet.
She's only 8 months old and the behavior she is showing you is submission. Don't fawn over her or try to reassure her when she's behaving that way or you will actually reinforce it.
I'd also direct you to the search function in the upper left corner of the website. It will find posts, articles and Q & A's that deal with your search terms. Search on submissive urinating and you'll find a lot of info.
I hope this helps. Cindy
Start with our groundwork program then Pack Structure for the Family Pet.
She's only 8 months old and the behavior she is showing you is submission. Don't fawn over her or try to reassure her when she's behaving that way or you will actually reinforce it.
I'd also direct you to the search function in the upper left corner of the website. It will find posts, articles and Q & A's that deal with your search terms. Search on submissive urinating and you'll find a lot of info.
I hope this helps. Cindy
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