My dog is terrified of flies!?!?!?!??!?!?
it started a while ago, the thing is, it doesn't happen during winter (that's how i figured out the whole insect thing and other reasons) and i think it is because he got stung, this is how it began: i let my dog out in the balcony, and hes fine on his own there, so i left him there (the door being open.) he usually wouldn't stay out long, but one day he stayed there for a really long time so i came out to check up on him and first i didn't see him, so i started looking around and found him crouched in the corner shaking and whining a little (very quietly, that's why i didn't hear him.) i took him inside, he fell asleep, woke up, everything was fine, until a fly came into my house a few days later. and NOW i don't see flies! only fruit flies! but there aren't that many of theme either!!! ps. for those of you that made rude comments saying hes stupid.... get a life, no one is asking you to waste your time calling something stupid and then whining about it afterward. so stfu.
Dog terrified to go in yard with electric fence...?
If you are just going to be ignorant and tell me to take down the fence and try more "humane ways" of keeping him inside the yard, then maybe you should read my question again. Apparently I have tried just about everything I could think of to keep him inside the fence and the electrice fence is a last resort. I'd much rather him be slightly shocked when going outside of boundaries than to be hit by a car, attacked by other animals, hurt by another human, or missing, hungry, cold and tired. So if you have an intelligent response to my question....please respond. If not then dont bother...THANKS!!!
Why does my dog hate/refuse to go outside?
He May Have Got In A Fight Or Something W/ Another Animal And Is Now Afraid To Go Outside.
My dog is afraid of being put on a leash outside?
First of all, never ever let him out into an unfenced area without a leash. It takes barely a nanosecond for a tiny chihuahua to race off into traffic with disastrous consequences. And if a car tries to swerve or slams on its brakes and gets into an accident that is caused by your unleashed dog, you would be liable for the damages. Instead of tieing him out, take him for a walk. What he objects to is being unable to explore and roam. He can do both safely from the end of a leash. Map out a walking route in our neighborhood that is good exercise for the both of you. If the property is yours, consider fencing at least the back yard, if not the entire yard. Even a 3 foot fence should be adequate to keep him confined. If he needs to be tied on occasion, he won't object as much if he has been walked regularly. But regardless, you can't let him be the boss. This breed can be very stubborn and headstrong. Be loving and gentle, but don't give in to him. You need to be the boss, so that means he does not run free.
Dog is suddenly afraid to go outside at night?
Little LuLu, Depending on the age of your dog there could be a few reasons. If your dog is older maybe shes having eye trouble and with the sun not providing any light. The dark can become intimidating. If she is a younger dog maybe she had a scary experience that you overlooked. My suggestion is put her on a leash get a flash light and take her out. Try snacks and sweet talk. If this doesnt work I would suggest you investing in a porch light or flood lights depending on the size of your yard. Also check your yard during the day to see if you have any signs of animal intruders. I hope this helps.
How can I help my dog when he is shaking scared from thunder outside? Could he have a heart attack? He's shaking in fear and looks lost, he doesn't look at me when I call him.
We have a dog that is absolutely terrified of thunder. Karma hides in the bathtub before I get the weather alert on my cellphone…every single time. She’s a large dog, if she were smaller I’d get her a “thunder jacket” (the big ones cost more). I had a chihuahua once that was the same way, I discovered that I could wrap an ace bandage around her chest (not so tight that it is at all uncomfortable). She seemed much more calm! That’s basically how the thunder jacket works, it compresses their body a bit, making them feel secure.If the storm is going to last a while, I have anti-anxiety meds for Karma. You can also buy “calming chews”, they’re OTC medicated treats, but Karma is so big she has to eat a few of them. Turning on a tv or radio distracts her a bit from the thunder as well.Find a place in your house for him to have a “safe spot”…somewhere in the center of the house (more walls between him & the thunder) maybe a closet, or behind a sofa or chair or under a table. Have a comfy bed there (I throw a bunch of bath towels in the tub for Karma to lay on). Get used to that spot before there’s a storm, give him treats there, keep a dog chew and maybe a soft toy.The next time a storm is forecast, be ready, try to coax him into his “storm shelter” before he starts to freak out. Give him treats, belly rubs…sit or lay next to him. He may still freak, but he should feel a bit safer. If that doesn’t work well enough, get him some calming treats (do an internet search for “calming treats for dogs”…there’s a bunch available). You may have to ask the vet for meds if he still gets traumatized.Whatever you do….stay calm yourself during storms. Some dogs will get scared regardless, but they’ll certainly pick up on any fear that their people have and that will amplify the problem. And never yell at him when he’s scared like that.But…I don’t think he’ll have a heart attack.
What causes my dog to be afraid of going outside?
Can't answer without more details. How old is the dog? Neutered? Gender? What environment do you live in - on a busy city street, quiet suburb, rural? Did the dog previously going out to eliminate? Did something happen outside or on the way outside that startled or frightened the dog? Was there a weather event that coincided with the refusal?I’m reasonably certain that when you look at the situation more closely the answer will become apparent to you.
My dog loves to go outside during the day, but is afraid to go out after dark. How do I help her overcome this?
My dog loves to go outside during the day, but is afraid to go out after dark. How do I help her overcome this?There is a good reason your dog does not want to go out after dark. That’s when the predators come out!I don’t know how large your dog is, or where in the world you live, but in my area (U.S. New England) we are crawling with coyotes and foxes; we are overrun with whitetail deer that can defend themselves with a sharp kick. We have black bears show up in neighborhoods occasionally, too. Snowy owls are common, and have been known to viciously attack humans and dogs. Even if your dog is large, it could come in contact with a rabid animal; maybe even a feral dog.Take your dog out to relieve herself on a leash close to your house. Install flood lights that can light up your yard while you are out. Bring her right back in. Don’t allow the dog off leash, or out of your sight.The evening is no time for your dog to be out on its own, especially at dusk and dawn. If you allow your dog to free roam during the day, that is unwise as well, but you didn’t indicate that you do.Your dog probably smells the scent of another animal in the area. Pay attention to your dog’s fear. She can detect what you can’t.
My dog is afraid to go outside after I installed the Invisible Fence?
You need to do two things... put something up to mark the fence, even if it's just a short thing temporarily or even putting up stakes with colored yarn or string with some of that electric fence flags stuff tied to it every 10" or so. (livestock supply store, sold in rolls) Your dog is scared because he is young and full of energy and the POP! comes out of nowhere. He needs a visual cue. Then walk him, on leash, around the perimeter where it's safe and let him take the time to smell the electricity and where it is. Do this each time you take him out to play before releasing him. Between those two things, eventually you can take down the visual barrier and stop leading him and he'll know, obey and not fear the fencing system. It's a great system and labs are smart. You just need to teach him where it is and that it's not something coming out from the bushes to pounce on him when he's not paying attention.