Fearful Dog Is Free!

The most extreme fearful dog I ever worked with is twelve years old. And she has spent those twelve years running from humans. Why? After all, her owner is the kindest, most patient dog owner I have ever seen.

The dog, Valentine, has been scared of her own shadow since she was three months old. But now Valentine comes right to the owner when she makes eye contact.

So what was this well-intentioned person doing wrong? Every time Valentine ran, the owner would say "Poor baby, it's okay" and chase her.

"Stop and turn your back."

The owner looked at me as though I HAD to be kidding. It couldn't be that easy! ... But Valentine came to her less than a minute later.

"No way!" That's all the owner could say.

It's a tried and true formula with a fearful dog.

If you aren't accomplishing what you want with your dog, rethink your strategy. You're missing something.

Rena Murray
DogWhisperWoman