We often think of dogs as being affectionate and sociable when it comes to other humans, but that’s not always the case. Sometimes, dogs can be scared of humans, and this might be down to a variety of reasons.
There are many ways to help a dog who’s scared of humans, and one thing you might be tempted to try is the use of food – getting someone to offer your pup one of the best dog treats. However, there are ways to use food correctly when trying to encourage a dog who’s scared of humans, and ways not to. And Jamie Huggett, or Jamie the Dog Trainer, head dog trainer at Southern Cross K9, has explained what to do in a recent Instagram post.
