tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1606641452257293345.post3864566281017557536..comments2024-02-22T05:27:29.802-05:00Comments on All Things Dog Blog: Ask the Dog Trainer with Michael Baugh Puppy Fears: Building ConfidenceCarrie, with Tanner and Oliverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06570829196985801670noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1606641452257293345.post-43117549957721958562012-12-04T09:27:26.325-05:002012-12-04T09:27:26.325-05:00Great tips! Teaching a dog what to do (via the co...Great tips! Teaching a dog what to do (via the commands) really does help a dog build confidence in situations where he is nervous. That coupled with trusting that you are capable and confident yourself. And just like you said, acting as if everything is fine. I have found that when you talk silly, laugh, sing, etc a nervous dog will "lighten up" as well. Thanks for posting!Lisahttp://truetodogs.com/how-to-teach-a-dog-to-sit/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1606641452257293345.post-9900458108293373192012-08-23T18:32:07.072-04:002012-08-23T18:32:07.072-04:00Very helpful. I've also heard that you don'...Very helpful. I've also heard that you don't want to console a dog when they are afraid. This reinforces their belief that there is something to be afraid of. Model calm and cheerful behavior, is what I think you said.Dawnhttp://www.petautosafety.comnoreply@blogger.com