How to Stop Your Dog From Fearing Men

Stay in the Dog's Comfort Zone

First of all، it's important that you don't force your dog beyond its comfort zone. If there are men in your household or men who visit frequently، avoid pushing your dog to accept their attention. Your attempts can backfire and actually strengthen the fear. In the worst-case scenario، your efforts may lead the dog to bite either you or the man if it's prevented from escaping.

Let Your Dog Approach

Allow your dog to approach men on its own. This may be hard for a man who loves dogs، but the best thing he can do is ignore the fearful dog. Trying to force friendship on the dog may have the opposite effect and intensify the dog's fear. Allow your dog to decide how close it wants to get to any man.

Offer Treats for Encouragement

When you're trying to break your dog of this fear، be sure that any man you enlist to help you keeps treats handy while he's around your pet. Whenever the fearful dog gets even a little closer than usual، the man can very gently toss a couple of treats in the dog's direction. It may take a while for the dog to accept treats from a man، but eventually، you may be able to train your pup to expect good things when it approaches a man.

Desensitize Your Dog

Desensitization is the process of using treats and praise to gradually let your dog know that it's safe to approach men. In severe cases، don't start out with the dog and a man in the same room. Instead، try to keep your dog a safe distance from the man، while you give it treats and praise.