DH had a really heart stopping encounter with our 15 month old Cockapoo bitch today - we need ideas on how to move forward please!!! He was half a mile into woodland with her off the lead. Her recall using whistle and treat is usually very good. A German Shepherd from about 200 yards away makes a B line at high speed - not necessarily at all aggressive. Our dog just scatters. Not so much as a backward glance. The run - chase instincts take over. She heads back home across a major road. Thank god in one piece.
I have noticed she has a fear (no grounded reasons whatsoever) of German Shepherds / large Husky types. It's a real shame as many just want to play. Having her permanently on the lead isn't a long term solution to this issue...we live in a big rural area. I'd really like some practical suggestions please, we can't go through this again! Thank you!
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My dog fears German Shepherds - help!!!!
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Tinkobell · 09/05/2019 19:47
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