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Originally posted by WorkinDogz
Sometimes.....the type of "confidence" a dog builds in a kennel; when the dog already has nerve problems, confidence issues and a soft temperament.....isn't the kind of "confidence" that is beneficial to anyone......including the dog.... |
It's funny that WD put confidence in quotes.... because I was just thinking the same thing.....
most likely, your dog is not barking out of any type of confidence, rather, he is barking to show feigned aggression (translated = fear)..... he is however much more confident in his crate than outside of it.... which is is why he even feels strong enough to bark while there.....
one immeditate recommedation that I have is to put the crate in the living room, or wherever you spen the bulk of your time.... so that he can be around you, and still be "safe" at the same time....
also insure that the door is open, so that he can venture out whenever he feels "man" enough to do so... but can still return just as easily...
and like WD said above.... this is just step 1.... you have a very long road ahead of you.... and I applaud you for having the time and heart to take this problem on........ :)