Confidence building in dogs
Submission is not confidence but instead is a dog saying "look how small I am, please don't hurt me"
If dogs are submissive they are doing things out of fear
You do not want a fearful dog but a confident dog
A couple confidence building exercises include as pictured going to a playground and walking on new textures,.
If you're dog isn't sure, bring some treats and lure but make sure to set them up for success
Make sure they're not going to fall or get hurt
Another exercise you can do when playing with the dog is never win when playing tug, always let them win
Only take it when you ask them to drop or give.
Exposing the dog to new sounds at a low volume while rewarding them.
Confident pups are happy pups!
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