How do i get my dog to not be scared and let me pet her?

Get on her level, sit on the floor.
Passively feed her as you sit there with diced chicken breasts.
Do this first til the dog trusts you then over a few days or so the dog will start to warm up to you. The more you push the fact you want to pet her alot the more she is going to resist
Just be calm and earn her trust first before you rush her.
Try the chicken that is the fastest way to win a dog's trust through the stomach :)

Dieta answered 3 weeks ago. Helpful? / 0

''Elevation for small puppies: Sit on the floor and gently put your hands around your pup's middle, below his front legs, and lift him up. He is facing you. Hold him for 15 seconds. Repeat until he no longer struggles. If he is past 10-12 weeks, lift his front feet off the ground, but don't pick him up.

Cradling for small puppies: Hold your puppy gently on his back, as you would cradle a small baby. If he struggles, hold him firmly until he quiets for 10-15 seconds. With larger pups, you can do this as your sit on the floor, with your pup between your legs.

Quiet lying down: Place your pup on the floor on his side, with all 4 legs pointing away from you. Use your hands on his neck/shoulder area and middle, to hold him in this position. When he is quiet, praise him. Lengthen the time that you keep him quietly in this position. When he accepts this position well, handle his paws and muzzle, while keeping him quiet.''

The quotes mean this isn't my original work. It is copied from my Puppy Raising Manual. I have long used these or minor variations of them, and they are very effective. You may want to give him a belly rub while he is on his back too. Helps bonding. There is a big difference between him rolling over and demanding a belly rub, and you choosing a time to roll him over and rub his belly. The latter cements your place as pack leader.

Aster answered 3 weeks ago. Helpful? / 0