35 | You Don’t Want Your Fearful Dog to Be Social: What You Actually Want Instead

Beyond Obedience | Dog Training, Dog Body Language, Anxious Dogs, Scared Dogs, Reactive Dogs · Sep 26, 2024 · 18m

Hey dog lover!

Have you ever been told that your dog needs to be more social?

What if I told you that’s not always the case—especially for fearful dogs? (It's true!)

Earlier this week I hinted at the idea of fostering a "pro-social relationship with your dog.

This week I’ll explain why being "social" isn’t the ideal goal for your dog, and what you should be aiming for instead.

We’ll explore the differences between social, a-social, anti-social, and pro-social behavior, and why pro-social is what you really want.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clearer understanding of how to support…