I have a 5 month old pup. He is an amazing dog and I get such joy from having him. However he is quite fearful. He is good with dogs, but a bit skittish on walks - this I can cope with. But lately he is very unsure of people. If they ignore him he is happy. But if they come towards him he hates it and barks at them.
If they are slow and careful with him and he can sniff them he is usually fine. And once he knows you he is fine.
Today a behaviourist came to my house. He barked at her for 10 minutes straight. She was great, really helpful and she is giving me a plan. By the time she left he was fine with her.
I just feel a bit overwhelmed because of Christmas. I am hosting and he hasn't met my in laws. They don't like dogs and to be honest I am dreading it. I feel a bit low generally (I get a bit depressed in the winter) and I think I am making my self (and probably the situation) a lot worse.
Has anybody experienced anything like this? X
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talia66 · 13/12/2019 23:10
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