Like humans, dogs can also develop fears when faced with certain situations, whether they are noises, unfamiliar environments or significant experiences. For Cowboya magnificent Dobermanit was the water that was particularly terrifying.
A panic fear of water
For Cowboywater has long been synonymous with panic. This doggie feared everything that came near it: rain, baths or even trips to the lake.
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After falling into a swimming pool one day, he even preferred to let himself sink rather than attempt to swim.
For his safety, his teachers tried to help him by enrolling him in swimming lessons. Unfortunately, this experience only reinforced his fear.
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Finally, with a lot of patience and respecting your own pace, Cowboy gradually learned to face what frightened him. A touching development which reminds us that it sometimes takes time to overcome our fears.
As his mistress writes in the video Instagram retracing his fight: “ Cowboy is back and this time he teaches us to face our fears! I'm so proud of him. »
A long apprenticeship
As recalled DogTimethe path of Cowboy towards the acceptance of water has been a long process, but each progress has counted. After years of effort and practice, this courageous Doberman little by little learned to overcome his fear. Until the day he dared to enter the lake, go for a deep swim and even enjoy playing in the water.
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This transformation greatly touched Internet users, who praised this great accomplishment. One of them summed up his journey with humor: “ Unexpected life advice from Cowboy “.
Great proof that with time, support and confidence, it is possible to overcome your fears. Whether you are a dog or a human…
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Woopets Info – Why can a dog be afraid of water?
A dog's fear of water can have different origins. Several factors can explain this reaction:
- A negative experience (an accident, a fall into water, a stressful event, etc.) can leave a lasting association between water and fear;
- A lack of habituation: a dog who has never been gradually familiarized with water may feel worried in the face of this unfamiliar situation;
- Their temperament: some dogs are naturally more cautious or sensitive to new experiences;
- Their morphology: not all dogs are equally comfortable in the water (their size, weight or body shape can influence their confidence);
- Too rapid or forced learning: an experience experienced as a constraint can reinforce apprehension instead of reducing it.