{"id":16428,"date":"2022-03-25T10:56:20","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:56:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:56:20","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:56:20","slug":"how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/","title":{"rendered":"How can I help my Golden Retriever with anxiety?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#How_can_I_help_my_Golden_Retriever_with_anxiety\" title=\"How can I help my Golden Retriever with anxiety?\">How can I help my Golden Retriever with anxiety?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#Are_golden_retrievers_prone_to_anxiety\" title=\"Are golden retrievers prone to anxiety?\">Are golden retrievers prone to anxiety?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#Why_is_my_Golden_Retriever_stressed\" title=\"Why is my Golden Retriever stressed?\">Why is my Golden Retriever stressed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#What_are_the_signs_of_a_dog_with_anxiety\" title=\"What are the signs of a dog with anxiety?\">What are the signs of a dog with anxiety?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#Is_anxiety_common_in_golden_retrievers\" title=\"Is anxiety common in golden retrievers?\">Is anxiety common in golden retrievers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_golden_retriever_has_anxiety\" title=\"How do I know if my golden retriever has anxiety?\">How do I know if my golden retriever has anxiety?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#How_do_you_help_a_dog_with_anxiety\" title=\"How do you help a dog with anxiety?\">How do you help a dog with anxiety?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_Golden_Retriever_is_anxious\" title=\"How do I know if my Golden Retriever is anxious?\">How do I know if my Golden Retriever is anxious?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#Why_are_Golden_Retrievers_scared\" title=\"Why are Golden Retrievers scared?\">Why are Golden Retrievers scared?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#How_can_I_tell_if_my_golden_retriever_is_stressed\" title=\"How can I tell if my golden retriever is stressed?\">How can I tell if my golden retriever is stressed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#Do_golden_retrievers_get_stressed\" title=\"Do golden retrievers get stressed?\">Do golden retrievers get stressed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#How_do_you_calm_an_anxious_golden_retriever\" title=\"How do you calm an anxious golden retriever?\">How do you calm an anxious golden retriever?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#What_are_the_first_signs_of_stress_in_a_dog\" title=\"What are the first signs of stress in a dog?\">What are the first signs of stress in a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#What_triggers_dog_anxiety\" title=\"What triggers dog anxiety?\">What triggers dog anxiety?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#Why_are_golden_retrievers_so_anxious\" title=\"Why are golden retrievers so anxious?\">Why are golden retrievers so anxious?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_Golden_Retriever_has_anxiety\" title=\"How do I know if my Golden Retriever has anxiety?\">How do I know if my Golden Retriever has anxiety?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#What_dog_breeds_have_the_most_anxiety\" title=\"What dog breeds have the most anxiety?\">What dog breeds have the most anxiety?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#What_causes_anxiety_in_golden_retrievers\" title=\"What causes anxiety in golden retrievers?\">What causes anxiety in golden retrievers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#What_are_signs_of_anxiety_in_a_dog\" title=\"What are signs of anxiety in a dog?\">What are signs of anxiety in a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#What_are_the_symptoms_of_anxiety_in_dogs\" title=\"What are the symptoms of anxiety in dogs?\">What are the symptoms of anxiety in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#How_can_I_calm_my_dogs_anxiety_naturally\" title=\"How can I calm my dog&#8217;s anxiety naturally?\">How can I calm my dog&#8217;s anxiety naturally?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#Why_is_my_golden_retriever_scared\" title=\"Why is my golden retriever scared?\">Why is my golden retriever scared?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#Are_Golden_Retrievers_scared_of_the_dark\" title=\"Are Golden Retrievers scared of the dark?\">Are Golden Retrievers scared of the dark?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#Why_is_my_golden_retriever_shy\" title=\"Why is my golden retriever shy?\">Why is my golden retriever shy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-help-my-golden-retriever-with-anxiety\/#Can_Golden_Retrievers_sense_fear\" title=\"Can Golden Retrievers sense fear?\">Can Golden Retrievers sense fear?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_help_my_Golden_Retriever_with_anxiety\"><\/span>How can I help my Golden Retriever with anxiety?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What is this? Separation anxiety can also be treated with the help of a <b>Certified Dog Behavior Consultant or a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer. Often, medication and training can be used together to help your Golden Retriever feel comfortable being left home alone.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_golden_retrievers_prone_to_anxiety\"><\/span>Are golden retrievers prone to anxiety?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They are one of the most loyal breeds. <b>Most commonly, Golden Retrievers suffer from depression and anxiety. This can be evidenced by sulking to outright aggression. Physically, they may engage in nervous behaviors like chewing furniture or constantly scratching at the door.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_Golden_Retriever_stressed\"><\/span>Why is my Golden Retriever stressed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some dogs are simply genetically prone to <b>anxiety and separation issues. Others can develop anxiety and stress symptoms in response to certain triggers, including physical illness or disease.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_signs_of_a_dog_with_anxiety\"><\/span>What are the signs of a dog with anxiety?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dog Anxiety: Symptoms<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Aggression.<\/li>\n<li>Urinating or defecating in the house.<\/li>\n<li>Drooling.<\/li>\n<li>Panting.<\/li>\n<li>Destructive behavior.<\/li>\n<li>Depression.<\/li>\n<li>Excessive barking.<\/li>\n<li>Pacing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_anxiety_common_in_golden_retrievers\"><\/span>Is anxiety common in golden retrievers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most commonly, Golden Retrievers suffer from depression and anxiety. This can be evidenced by sulking to outright aggression. Physically, they may engage in nervous behaviors like chewing furniture or constantly scratching at the door.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_golden_retriever_has_anxiety\"><\/span>How do I know if my golden retriever has anxiety?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Signs Your Dog is Stressed and How to Relieve It<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Stress is a commonly used word that describes feelings of strain or pressure. The causes of stress are exceedingly varied.  <\/li>\n<li>Pacing or shaking.  <\/li>\n<li>Whining or barking.  <\/li>\n<li>Yawning, drooling, and licking.  <\/li>\n<li>Changes in eyes and ears.  <\/li>\n<li>Changes in body posture.  <\/li>\n<li>Shedding.  <\/li>\n<li>Panting.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_help_a_dog_with_anxiety\"><\/span>How do you help a dog with anxiety?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to get a service dog<\/b><\/p>\n<li>a physical disability or debilitating psychiatric condition.<\/li>\n<li>a recommendation letter from a doctor or licensed mental health professional.<\/li>\n<li>strong communication skills and patience.<\/li>\n<li>the ability to consistently care for and train a service dog.<\/li>\n<li>the ability to attend a handler training program.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_Golden_Retriever_is_anxious\"><\/span>How do I know if my Golden Retriever is anxious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Common signs of anxiety in dogs include:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Barking or howling when owner isn&#8217;t home.<\/li>\n<li>Panting and pacing (even when it&#8217;s not hot)<\/li>\n<li>Shivering.<\/li>\n<li>Running away and\/or cowering in the corner of a house.<\/li>\n<li>Digging.<\/li>\n<li>Escaping the yard.<\/li>\n<li>Destroying furniture.<\/li>\n<li>Self-harm, including excessive licking or chewing.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_Golden_Retrievers_scared\"><\/span>Why are Golden Retrievers scared?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Puppies that don&#8217;t have positive exposure to the world around them might be more likely to be wary of anything new or unusual. This can lead them to be scared of things we wouldn&#8217;t associate with fear, like people wearing large hats or having a stroller\/skateboard\/skater go past you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_tell_if_my_golden_retriever_is_stressed\"><\/span>How can I tell if my golden retriever is stressed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Signs Your Dog is Stressed and How to Relieve It<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Stress is a commonly used word that describes feelings of strain or pressure. The causes of stress are exceedingly varied.  <\/li>\n<li>Pacing or shaking.  <\/li>\n<li>Whining or barking.  <\/li>\n<li>Yawning, drooling, and licking.  <\/li>\n<li>Changes in eyes and ears.  <\/li>\n<li>Changes in body posture.  <\/li>\n<li>Shedding.  <\/li>\n<li>Panting.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_golden_retrievers_get_stressed\"><\/span>Do golden retrievers get stressed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Golden Retrievers are, for the most part, an easy-going breed. It&#8217;s why they make such great family dogs. But no matter how easy-going they are, <b>all dogs become nervous or stressed at some point. It could be a thunder storm, a bath or a car ride.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_calm_an_anxious_golden_retriever\"><\/span>How do you calm an anxious golden retriever?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>7 Proven Ways to Calm Your Anxious Dog<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Exercise Your Dog. If your dog has separation anxiety, the obvious way to ease their mind is to never leave them alone.  <\/li>\n<li>Physical Contact.  <\/li>\n<li>Massage.  <\/li>\n<li>Music Therapy.  <\/li>\n<li>Time-Out.  <\/li>\n<li>Calming Coats\/T-Shirts.  <\/li>\n<li>Alternative Therapies.<\/li>\n<p>03-Apr-2019<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_first_signs_of_stress_in_a_dog\"><\/span>What are the first signs of stress in a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Signs Your Dog is Stressed and How to Relieve It<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stress is a commonly used word that describes feelings of strain or pressure. The causes of stress are exceedingly varied.  <\/li>\n<li>Pacing or shaking.  <\/li>\n<li>Whining or barking.  <\/li>\n<li>Yawning, drooling, and licking.  <\/li>\n<li>Changes in eyes and ears.  <\/li>\n<li>Changes in body posture.  <\/li>\n<li>Shedding.  <\/li>\n<li>Panting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_triggers_dog_anxiety\"><\/span>What triggers dog anxiety?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common reasons for anxiety in a dog is <b>abandonment, fear of being home alone, loud noises, traveling, and\/or being around strange people, children, or other pets. We&#8217;ve also seen the anxiety in dogs that have been abused or neglected. The best way to treat your canine companion is to determine the cause.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_golden_retrievers_so_anxious\"><\/span>Why are golden retrievers so anxious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common reasons for anxiety in a dog is <b>abandonment, fear of being home alone, loud noises, traveling, and\/or being around strange people, children, or other pets. We&#8217;ve also seen the anxiety in dogs that have been abused or neglected. The best way to treat your canine companion is to determine the cause.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_Golden_Retriever_has_anxiety\"><\/span>How do I know if my Golden Retriever has anxiety?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Signs Your Dog is Stressed and How to Relieve It<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Stress is a commonly used word that describes feelings of strain or pressure. The causes of stress are exceedingly varied.  <\/li>\n<li>Pacing or shaking.  <\/li>\n<li>Whining or barking.  <\/li>\n<li>Yawning, drooling, and licking.  <\/li>\n<li>Changes in eyes and ears.  <\/li>\n<li>Changes in body posture.  <\/li>\n<li>Shedding.  <\/li>\n<li>Panting.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_dog_breeds_have_the_most_anxiety\"><\/span>What dog breeds have the most anxiety?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Spanish water dogs, Shetland sheepdogs, and mixed breed dogs were the canines in which fearfulness was most common. More specifically, fear of surfaces and fear of heights were most prevalent in rough collie and mixed breed dogs. Large breeds and small breeds also differed in terms of anxiety-like behaviors.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_anxiety_in_golden_retrievers\"><\/span>What causes anxiety in golden retrievers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Most commonly, Golden Retrievers suffer from depression and anxiety. This can be evidenced by sulking to outright aggression. Physically, they may engage in nervous behaviors like chewing furniture or constantly scratching at the door.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_signs_of_anxiety_in_a_dog\"><\/span>What are signs of anxiety in a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common reasons for anxiety in a dog is <b>abandonment, fear of being home alone, loud noises, traveling, and\/or being around strange people, children, or other pets. We&#8217;ve also seen the anxiety in dogs that have been abused or neglected. The best way to treat your canine companion is to determine the cause.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_symptoms_of_anxiety_in_dogs\"><\/span>What are the symptoms of anxiety in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Just like humans, dogs experience anxiety.<\/b><b>There are several important symptoms to look out for:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Aggression.<\/li>\n<li>Urinating or defecating in the house.<\/li>\n<li>Drooling.<\/li>\n<li>Panting.<\/li>\n<li>Destructive behavior.<\/li>\n<li>Depression.<\/li>\n<li>Excessive barking.<\/li>\n<li>Pacing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_calm_my_dogs_anxiety_naturally\"><\/span>How can I calm my dog&#8217;s anxiety naturally?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Natural Solutions for Dog Anxiety<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Exercise. Sometimes, your stress becomes your pet&#8217;s stress.  <\/li>\n<li>Mental Stimulation. As Dr.  <\/li>\n<li>Music.  <\/li>\n<li>Vet-Recommended Essential Oils (Used With Caution)  <\/li>\n<li>Supplements.  <\/li>\n<li>Pheromones.  <\/li>\n<li>Massage and Acupuncture.  <\/li>\n<li>Grooming.<\/li>\n<p>17-Jul-2019<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_golden_retriever_scared\"><\/span>Why is my golden retriever scared?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Puppies that don&#8217;t have positive exposure to the world around them might be more likely to be wary of anything new or unusual. This can lead them to be scared of things we wouldn&#8217;t associate with fear, like people wearing large hats or having a stroller\/skateboard\/skater go past you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Golden_Retrievers_scared_of_the_dark\"><\/span>Are Golden Retrievers scared of the dark?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Turns out, <b>the answer can be &#8216;yes.<\/b><b>&#8216; Though a fear of the dark isn&#8217;t super-common in dogs, it does sometimes occur.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_golden_retriever_shy\"><\/span>Why is my golden retriever shy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There can be many reasons why a dog is shy. Some dogs didn&#8217;t have enough positive socialization when young while other dogs may have had too many bad experiences. <b>Many shy dogs are simply born cautious and reserved<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Golden_Retrievers_sense_fear\"><\/span>Can Golden Retrievers sense fear?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The science is in, and the answer is a resounding YES<b>dogs can smell fear. Dogs have olfactory superpowers that can detect a human&#8217;s emotional state by the scent that a human emits. That&#8217;s rightyou can&#8217;t hide fear from dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How can I help my Golden Retriever with anxiety?Are golden retrievers prone to anxiety?Why is my Golden Retriever stressed?What are the signs of a dog with anxiety?Is anxiety common in golden retrievers?How do I know if my golden retriever has anxiety?How do you help a dog with anxiety?How do I know if&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16428"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16428"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16428\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16428"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16428"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16428"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}