When there is a thunderstorm outside, does your dog freak out? Is your dog scared of storms?
What about strangers? Does your dog get scared whenever visitors come to your house?
Lots of dogs become frightened whenever they:
- Hear loud noises (like fireworks or thunderstorms)
- See certain things (like strange people)
- Smell certain smells (like other dogs, another animal, or food perhaps)
If your normally calm and assertive dog becomes a frightened dog during certain times, then you may want to try some counter conditioning techniques…
Read more: How To Calm A Frightened Dog With Treats (aka Counter Conditioning)
