When we work toward changing a dogs emotional response we can utilize different training methodologies. Often we use counter conditioning ( scary object predicts fabulous things ) and desensitization ( exposing the animal to a stimulus beginning at a very low intensity. Here in this video we are changing how this dog feels about my presence. You will see my distance in the beginning is good yet when I take one step closer he responds in fear. The owner continues to feed yet (remember you can not reinforce fear) what he needs in order to feel safe again is me moving away. (as he can not as he is in the safety of his car)

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