dog afraid of other dogs in dog park

[Freedom]

Just like humans, not all dogs are comfortable with many new "strangers" around. Some see it as a great time to meet new friends, others find it scary and overwhelming.

Since it is a small dog area, maybe after a few visits, when she gets to know a couple, she will feel more comfortable!

[IRescue452]

Try the same park consistently instead of a new park each time. She should get to know the area and some of the frequent visitors over time and come out of her shell. Don't coddle her either. When she chases another dog away and then turns around and comes to you just let it go. If the other dog reacted well by leaving her alone it will help with her confidence that she can tell other dogs when she want to be let alone and she's not in any danger. She may soon realize the other dogs aren't interested in her when she does that and then she will have to go initiate a greeting if she's curious about them.

[sarmenhb]

thanks, i'll try to go every other day at a certain time so that i can catch some of the same people. hopefully it works thanks