Fearful Dogs

Today's Topic: Dogs can be afraid of just about anything. For example, a dog may exhibit a fear response around a certain person, object, noise, or in a specific situation or environment that presents an external threat—whether it’s real or perceived. While fear is considered a normal behavior that is essential for adaptation and survival, sometimes a dog’s fear response can reach more extreme levels that is stressful for those at both ends of the leash and, at times, requires intervent...