{"id":957,"date":"2017-08-22T11:09:12","date_gmt":"2017-08-22T15:09:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/south-denver-dog-training\/?p=957"},"modified":"2024-06-20T02:31:54","modified_gmt":"2024-06-20T06:31:54","slug":"instilling-confidence-timid-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/south-denver-dog-training\/instilling-confidence-timid-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"Instilling Confidence in a Timid Pup"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Highlands<\/a>Is your dog timid? Does he or she tend to cower in fear when presented with new people, environments and\/or dogs? Or perhaps your otherwise kind-hearted pup exhibits leash aggression. If so, you are not alone. It can be very difficult to see your beloved animal displaying signs of fear or stress. However, there is good news, you can in fact help them gain confidence! As leading providers of Highlands Ranch dog training, we have helped thousands of dogs overcome this and other common, unwanted behaviors. Let\u2019s take a closer look at the causes of fear in pups and how we can help them overcome it.<\/p>\n

Where Does the Fear Come From? <\/strong><\/h3>\n

We often hear from dog owners who are puzzled by their pup\u2019s timid or aggressive behavior. The truth is, both are signs of a lack of confidence. In both cases, your pup is feeling insecure and is reacting accordingly. When they feel that their owner is in control, dogs feel much more confident and neither have the need to cower or to show aggression. This is why it\u2019s so important for you to take an active role in helping your pup gain confidence. Where do you begin?<\/p>\n

Helping Your Pup Gain Confidence <\/strong><\/h3>\n

Here are a few tips that will help your pup kicks those unwanted behaviors.<\/p>\n