Foreword -- How to use this book -- Part 1: How to start making a difference right away. Understanding your fearful dog -- Fearful Fido : fear, anxiety, and stress in dogs -- Safety (for you and your dog) -- Why is my dog afraid? -- Training a fearful dog -- Exercise and enrichment -- Understanding the role of medications -- Part 2: How to manage your dog's specific fears. Social wallflowers and bashful beasties : when your dog fears people or other dogs -- Thumps, bumps, and bangs : when your dog fears loud noises -- Needles and thermometers : when your dog fears the vet -- "Don't leave me!" : when your dog is afraid of being alone -- "Grrr, keep away from my stuff" : when your dog is afraid of losing their things -- Turning, turning : when your dog's anxiety leads to dysfunctional repetitive behaviors -- Part 3: How and where to get help. Getting help -- Fearful Fido no more.
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