🐕 If your dog is easily frightened, we should know that breed is not the most important factor. However, the dogs on our AnimalWised list of 10 most TIMID DOG BREEDS do have a certain predisposition toward various stimuli such as thunder, fireworks, heights and surfaces. This is according to a study carried out by the University of Helsinki.
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Original study: Hakanen, E., et al. (2020). Active and social life is associated with lower non-social fearfulness in pet dogs. Scientific reports, 10(1), 13774.
If your dog scares easily it's important To know that breed is not the only Factor nor is it the most important Reason for fearfulness with this in mind Animal wise looks at the dog breeds with The greatest predisposition toward fear According to a study by the University Of Helsinki Cairn Terrier This breed was found to be the most Fearful when faced with adverse stimuli Such as fireworks Thunder and height These small Terrier type dogs have a Hard outer coat and are native to Scotland from which their name derives Rough collie you may be surprised to see This dog on the list of most timid dogs Due to their image as a brave and Exemplary dog hero known as Lassie but They have been reported to have a high Predisposition to fear Thunder and Height and generally require education To avoid shyness Discover the truth about the dog that Played Lassie in the video that we share Above legato romaniolo this breed stands Out as the most fearful dog when faced With Thunder with higher moderate Reactivity in the face of fireworks this Breed was initially reared as a Retriever for waterfowl but has more Recently shown a great talent for Detecting truffles in addition to being A companion animal Pembroke Welsh Corgi
This breed is best known for being the Companions to the late Queen Elizabeth II With An Origin in South Wales in Terms of their predisposition toward Fear they are particularly scared of Fireworks and thunder on the other hand They seem to be less fearful in the face Of heights and surfaces something which Shows not all shy dogs will be fearful In the same way Chihuahua despite a General fearlessness in confronting Larger dogs the Chihuahua was found to Have a high predisposition toward Fearing Heights and surfaces something Likely related to their small size and Low muscle density they are also quite Reactive to loud noises have great Sensitivity to cold and inherent Difficulties regulating their blood Sugar levels Miniature schnauzer they also show one Of the most significant predispositions To fear of heights and surfaces although Their roots are in Germany they share Certain character traits with the Mexican Chihuahua both have a very Strong character and need correct Socialization to prevent excessively Fearful Behavior as well as the Manifestation of jealous and possessive Behaviors in relation to their Guardians Spanish Water Dog although their Response to loud noises has been quite Satisfactory Spanish water dogs are one
Of the dog breeds most afraid of Strangers and new situations this Reinforces the importance of early Socialization in this breed for the Prevention of behavioral problems in Adulthood Shetland Sheepdog the Sheltie Is also one of the most fearful dog Breeds with strangers with shyness being One of the most characteristic traits of Their common personality They tend to generate an extremely loyal Bond with their guardians but are often Distrustful or even uncomfortable in the Presence of strangers proper Socialization and a good level of Physical exercise and mental stimulation Activities are essential you can learn Even more about the nature of the Shelter with the next info video we Share Soft Coated wheatened Terrier One of the largest and easiest Terriers To socialize with a lower predisposition To aggression the results of the Helsinki study confirmed the soft coated Wheaton Terrier is one of the most Courageous and friendly dog breeds when It comes to interacting with people and Novel stimuli however there is a Significant predisposition to fear lard Noises and especially Thunder Labrador Retriever despite being one of the best Dogs for children due to an extremely Docile and playful character they are Among the canine breeds that suffered
The most from a fear of heights and Surfaces even if they are docile Physical activity mental stimulation and Correct socialization are essential to Avoid problems when interacting with Other dogs Although your dog may be among the dog Breeds considered most fearful there are Many ways to help them build their Confidence to deal with their own Emotions and the many stimuli around Them to do this always provide good Socialization and positive reinforcement In their education as well as avoiding Punishment confinement and any form of Physical or emotional violence If you want to keep learning about other Dog breeds don't miss the playlist We Share here Does your dog become easily frightened Let us know about it in the comments and We'll see you next time [Music] Foreign [Music]
