Should you tether a fearful dog to you?

You adopted or are fostering a dog who is timid, and a bit afraid of you. If you search online and on social media, you'll sometimes see the advice to tether the dog to you with a leash, so they have to stay closer to you and "get used to you." 

Is this a good idea?  

The short answer is no. Tethering a dog to you who is afraid of you is not only unkind, it can make their fear even worse. 

For the longer answer, including what to do instead, watch the video:

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