Fireworks are tough on many dogs, whether they're generally fearful or not. What can you do to help your dog get through holidays that involve fireworks? Here are a few approaches:  

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Does your fearful dog freeze up, flee, or cower when you approach them?  This isn't too uncommon, especially among newly adopted dogs who are fearful of people. Sometimes dogs seem to...

Should you let your dog hide when they want to? Or do you need to take away their hiding places so they get used to being around people?  You'll find a lot of conflicting advice on this topic....

Do you have a touch-sensitive dog who needs to be brushed, but hates it? Or maybe you're just starting to think about training your dog to be comfortable being brushed. Either way, you'll want to...

Does it seem like your dog is on the receiving end of a lot of barking or other negative reactions from other dogs out on walks? If so, you probably wish you could avoid these reactions- especially...

Do you have a dog who moves away if you try to pet them? Or maybe they growl or snap? Or maybe, you can't touch your dog at all. What can you do to change your dog's mind about petting?

For most...

For many of us with sensitive dogs, our desire to snuggle with them or pet them far surpasses their enjoyment of these activities. It can be tough to resist getting pushy with petting, when...

For many fearful dogs, going outside to "do their business" can be a harrowing experience. There might be traffic noises, dogs barking, leaves moving in the wind, rain or snow... the list of...

Often our dogs need veterinary care and grooming, before we've trained them to be comfortable with being handled by strangers (or even by us!).  How can we make needed care as minimally...

So you're getting ready to take your shy pup on their first walks (or maybe you've already started.) What can you teach them to help your walks go more smoothly? 

Walks with fearful dogs is...

Does your dog flinch away when you reach over their head? Here I give you a few simple training games that can help your dog become more comfortable with hands overhead.

Please note that these...

There are many reasons you might need to confine your fearful dog. Maybe they venture out of their safe space and get spooked, and you'd like to avoid that. Or maybe you want to have a little...