High strung dogs can often do things that frustrate their owners. Here is everything you need to know about easing this dog behavior. The High Strung Dog: Some Symptoms
If you have a high strung dog, you probably know it. They're the nervous ones, the ones who bark and twitch and shake at every little thing. They often exhibit symptoms like excitement urination, excessive barking, nipping, and running away. They're often over-sensitive and fearful of strangers and other dogs. They may seem hyperactive and not be able to stop moving.
There are many reasons why a dog may be high strung, and not all of them have to do with your actions as an owner. Professionals have long asserted that different breeds tend toward different temperaments, and sometimes simply the type of dog you've chosen means you'll have a high strung dog on your hands. When you decide to get a dog, make sure you do plenty of research into different breeds and temperaments. The information you'll find is generalized, of course, and not every dog of a certain breed will follow the stereotypes; there are probably a few pretty mellow and laidback Fox Terriers in the world somewhere, just like there must also be a hyper, nervous Golden Retriever
or two around if you looked really hard.
Other reasons that your dog may be high strung include the following:
Dealing With The High Strung Dog
If your dog is nervous, even just naturally and not due to a medical condition or a certain person, there are tools you can use to keep yourself sane and help your pooch relax a little. Teach her the "lie down" and "wait" commands, and use them when she becomes agitated.
You can also make her crate or bed a comforting place with all her favorite toys and maybe a special blanket she loves. When she begins to get out of hand, tell her to go to her crate (or bed). Teach her this command and she will begin to use it as a refuge during those high strung times.
