Afraid?
My Milo is as sweet as can be. And, he loves attention. But, when he looks at me like he wants to be pet and I try to pet him, he runs away. Any time I try to move my hands to tough him, he runs away. Is he just playing a game, or is he afraid I will hurt him? He's never had an injury, so I don't know why he would be afraid of physical contact. Please help.
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Permalink Reply by John Wolff on
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Al & Gwynn have slightly different comfort-radii. Gwynn is always just barely within reach. Al comes closer.
Tiny tasty treats will likely entice Milo closer. Tease him. Make him come closer and accept petting and fondling before you give the treat. Operant conditioning.
I always give the dogs a last-minute bedtime treat, and I make them practically stand on my head to get it.
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Al & Gwynn have slightly different comfort-radii. Gwynn is always just barely within reach. Al comes closer.
Tiny tasty treats will likely entice Milo closer. Tease him. Make him come closer and accept petting and fondling before you give the treat. Operant conditioning.
I always give the dogs a last-minute bedtime treat, and I make them practically stand on my head to get it.
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Permalink Reply by christy fry on
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when I would walk toward Teagen with the intent to pick her up she'd put her ears back and run away like I'm GODZILLA
which is pretty much true in size ratio. I'm convinced its the looming factor. so now I stay back and crouch down clapping my hands and call her over in a happy voice. It works like a charm. I never had this issue with my other 'fur kids' when they were puppys. So I think she just a little more sensative
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