On this episode, Scott and Jess talk about fear in dogs. What causes your dog to be fearful and what can you do about it?
Topics discussed include:
Dog tip of the day
Fear can be genetic like noise sensitivity
Service dogs need to be screened for fear issues
Fear can be taught to your dog based on your actions and reactions
Making a big deal out of things can reinforce your dog’s fears
Fear and anxiety are two separate things that can be intertwined
How you handle your dog’s fear can help improve the future behavior
Younger dogs go through fear periods
Don’t let the dog’s fear control their behavior
Can prescription drugs help your dog with fear?
If you don’t see results with your approach, try something else
What is fear aggression?
Fear is simply a distraction
Tempering fear can be more productive than counterconditioning
Jess and Scott talk about how they work through dogs’ fear of treadmills
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Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves a certain way? Are there things you need help with or support? Join Scott and Jess Williams each week as they explore these and other topics.

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