Second Chance Dogs, a documentary filmed at the ASPCA’s Rehabilitation Center for Fearful Dogs and released in April 2016, chronicles the ASPCA Rehabilitation trainers as they patiently work with dogs suffering from debilitating fear caused by biology, poor (or no) socialization, isolation, neglect or cruelty. The Rehabilitation Center for Fearful Dogs accepts dogs to their […]
In Times of Crisis Trust is Our Greatest Ally
For a fearful dog, Katie sure does get into a lot of mischief! Most of her transgressions begin when she catches the scent of anything even vaguely edible and end just as she’s about to ingest something inappropriate, offensive or just plain dangerous. We are not naive about or inexperienced with her wily ways; we […]
10 Steps to Successfully Coax a Shy and Fearful Dog
Puppy Power A few months back, I learned a good lesson in humility from the most unlikely of sources: a passel of puppies. In addition to the local strays, owner-surrenders and an occasional Humane Law Enforcement seizure, our local shelter transports dogs from overcrowded shelters and rescues in the south, and places them for adoption […]
19 Tips for Going Public With Your Shy and Fearful Dog
Many shy dogs enjoy being close to nature. Hiking on trails in the woods, walking on the edges of parks or even just sniffing around trees in your neighborhood can visibly change your fearful dog from timid and hesitant to confident and engaged. In order to make your outing successful, planning ahead takes much of […]
How To Introduce Your Fearful Dog to New Situations
A Night in the Woods I spent this past weekend at a mandatory Girl Scout Leader Overnight Outdoor Training Session. Nineteen brave leaders and two not so brave leaders (which included another woman and me) gathered in the woods to fully experience the glories of camping. Our instruction included gathering wood, learning to build and […]
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