My daughter is scared of the dog?

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    Ilovedog New Member

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    Everyone in my family love dogs. But when we go over to my brothers house, my four year old little girl gets scared out of her mind. My brother has a 260 pound English mastiff, the dog is really sweet. But for some reason my little girl doesn’t want to be anywhere near the dog. From day one, she has just been terrified of the dog, she was really hesitant to meet the dog the first time, she did it. But then I noticed that she was afraid.

    why is this? We have a border collie at home and they get along and play together just fine. When my brothers dog starts barking or stands up, or just walks near her, my daughter will run to me wanting to be picked up. She doesn’t even want to be in the same room as the dog, even when I’m holding her In my arms, she doesn’t want me to go anywhere near him.

    of course I respect my daughter and I make sure she feels safe. But why is she like this?

    My brothers dog has done nothing wrong. Why is she acting so scared of him? Like I said we have a border collie at home and they play together.
     
    Ilovedog, Jun 19, 2022
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    Robert clarke New Member

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    Its natural I used to scare of dogs in my childhood its not in her control, Large dogs can sometimes create sensory overload for young children due to their size, loud barking, or energetic movements. This can be overwhelming and frightening for a child.
     
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    Jahnfrederick New Member

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    To help your daughter overcome her fear of the dog, consider gradual exposure, positive reinforcement, and supervised interactions with the dog. It's essential to prioritize her safety and comfort while building trust and reducing her fear over time. Consulting with a professional dog trainer or behaviorist may also be beneficial in addressing this issue.
     
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    To help your daughter overcome her fear of the dog, consider gradual exposure, positive reinforcement, and supervised interactions with the dog. It's essential to prioritize her safety and comfort while building trust and reducing her fear over time. Consulting with a professional dog trainer or behaviorist may also be beneficial in addressing this issue.
     
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    Each dog's different, and maybe something about the big dog feels different to her. It's okay, everyone has things they're nervous about.
     
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    It's natural for your daughter to be scared, even though the dog is gentle. Large dogs can overwhelm young children with their size and energy. Her fear might not be based on anything the dog has done wrong, but rather the unfamiliarity and the dog's size compared to your Border Collie at home. Gradual exposure in a safe, positive environment could help her become more comfortable over time.
     
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