First, understanding dogs’ personality and behavioral habits is very effective in reducing fear. For example, a dog will use its nose, ears and other senses to perceive the emotional changes of its surroundings and its owner. If the owner is nervous, the dog will also feel it and become nervous.
So, don't run away or scream, but try to stay calm and give the dog a stable signal so that the dog will not be irritated. Another thing to know is that most dogs will only fight back against those in attack. If you spread your arms and smile at the dog when you approach the dog, the dog will feel that you are friendly to it and will feel at ease.
Secondly, avoid dogs If you are really scared, you can reduce the chance of contact with dogs by avoiding dogs. For example, not walking around dogs, not walking near them for a walk or feeding them to the door, all of which increase the risk factors for themselves being attacked.
In addition, when going out, you should also pay attention to the existence of the dog and the environment in which it exists to avoid unexpected encounters. Again, communicate with the dog If you have a dog yourself, or if your friends around you have a dog, please do not avoid the dog and try to interact with it meaningfully. You can try to play some small games with it, such as letting it guess your order or throwing the ball to let it catch it. During the interaction process, you gradually establish an emotional connection with the dog and gradually reduce your fear. Finally, seek professional help If your fear has been severe enough to affect your normal life, please do not hesitate to consult a family doctor or psychologist as soon as possible and tell them about your situation. They will develop specific treatment plans for you based on your symptoms, such as psychological counseling, exposure therapy or medication.