RSPCA Million Paws Walk + timid dog… = ?
Ok have a charity walk on the 17th of May, not really sure if any one can help much, but thought I would give it a try. I've had my rotti x for a month now, when I got him he was extremely timid… now not to much, unless outside and there is alot of noise. I think he really needs to be around this sort of environment (busy & loud) what are some tips on keeping him calm, I wont be paying too much attention to him (when timid) as I dont want to reinforce this behaviour, but like… instead of petting and talking sweetly, is there any other way to keep him calm or would it be best to just ignore him when he is fearful and just pick up on the good behaviour and praise?
I have been, I take him to a pretty popular dog park that is also near a fairly busy main road, there is a decent amount of noise there and seems to be getting used it rather well, he is also doing much better at walking near busy roads unless a Harley goes by.
I have a rottie x girl with the same problem. Try to be the dominant one while out and about. Don't feed is fearful behaviour but praise him when he's doing well, as you said. Take treats they're always a good thing. Keep him on a leash and make sure you don't feel worried or anxious, if you do he will certainly pick up on your mood. Be firm with him and let him know you are his protector. How old is he?
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It might be too soon to throw him into that environment. I agree that he needs to get out and be around people and dogs and noises, but not at a large event that you're going to be at for several hours.
Start him off in smaller doses and shorter periods of time, then build up to the large events. Overwhelming him all at once is likely to do more harm than good.
If he's doing well in the small doses, then why are you wanting to throw him into the deep end of the pool? If you're worried about him being nervous, then maybe you know that he's not ready for it yet (it's only been a month, after all. Bringing him there could actually cause a huge setback.
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I have a rottie x girl with the same problem. Try to be the dominant one while out and about. Don't feed is fearful behaviour but praise him when he's doing well, as you said. Take treats they're always a good thing. Keep him on a leash and make sure you don't feel worried or anxious, if you do he will certainly pick up on your mood. Be firm with him and let him know you are his protector. How old is he?
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