Common Dog Fears and Phobias

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Fear of Thunder

Astraphobia, fear of thunder, is very common in dogs. The degree of this fear can differ from dog to dog. Some may just have a mild fear of thunder.

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Fear of Fireworks

Another common dog phobia is the fear of fireworks. Similar to the fear of thunderstorms, the loud and unpredictable sounds and light displays of fireworks make many dogs tremble in fear.

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Fear of the Veterinarian

It's somewhat common for dogs to be afraid of going to the veterinarian. A dog's first exposure to going to the vet usually involves strange smells, being handled in new ways, being restrained,

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Fear of Riding in the Car

Some dogs are afraid of riding in the car. This fear is often due to a lack of early exposure to car rides. It may also develop after negative experiences with riding in the car, such as getting car sick,

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Fear of Going Up and Down Stairs

A dog owner may not realize his dog has a fear of going up and down stairs until his dog puts on the breaks as they approach a set of steps. This phobia is almost always due to a lack of early

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It may surprise people to learn that it is fairly common for dogs to be afraid of men.5 In some cases, this fear can stem from being abused by a man. However, it is more commonly due to lack of socialization.

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Fear of Strangers

A fear of strangers is similar to a fear of men, but in this case, a dog may be afraid of anyone he doesn't know. This can be a difficult problem to overcome because it's impossible to teach your dog to accept every possible new person.

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Fear of Children

Dogs develop a fear of children for several reasons. Most commonly, it is due to a lack of early exposure to children. Many people will get dogs before becoming parents.

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Fear of Specific Objects

Blue is the most common eye color for the exquisite Turkish angora, but its eyes also can come in green, gold, amber, and even bicolor.

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