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Posted on 2/20/26 at 3:05 pm to Funky Tide 8
Find the people that have dogs they bring to old folks homes. These dogs are always calm and friendly.
Posted on 2/20/26 at 3:09 pm to PJinAtl
i am in no shape or form a child therapist so this is just my BS opinions.
Like other have said, very slow. Start with comforting and showing confidence yourself when she is afraid.
maybe very slow visual stimulation with no audio since audio seems to trigger her already. Dont overload her senses. Muted videos of dogs with positive reinforcement with you. Slowly add other sensory cues.
if she ever get to point where you think she could be ready to interact with an animal (even just being in the same room) maybe considering finding someone with a certified therapy dog. That will be much more controlled event.
Like other have said, very slow. Start with comforting and showing confidence yourself when she is afraid.
maybe very slow visual stimulation with no audio since audio seems to trigger her already. Dont overload her senses. Muted videos of dogs with positive reinforcement with you. Slowly add other sensory cues.
if she ever get to point where you think she could be ready to interact with an animal (even just being in the same room) maybe considering finding someone with a certified therapy dog. That will be much more controlled event.
Posted on 2/20/26 at 3:30 pm to PJinAtl
Wait til she is old enough to understand the responsibilities that comes with owning a dog before ever buying her one
eta: you could always buy her a turtle
eta: you could always buy her a turtle
This post was edited on 2/20/26 at 3:32 pm
Posted on 2/20/26 at 3:32 pm to PJinAtl
It’s a 2 year old for fricks sake let the kid be scared of an animal, and probably rightfully so
Posted on 2/20/26 at 4:02 pm to PJinAtl
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She has Spina Bifida with co-morbidities of hydrocephalus and Chiari malformation. From research I know that impacts her executive function and also makes her startle reflex more sensitive, so it may be a bit more difficult getting her over it.
I'm assuming she sees an OT and or Speech Therapist regularly. They would probably give you better strategies in this area than a bunch of know it all Baws (myself included)!
I would stick with the professionals on this.
Posted on 2/20/26 at 4:09 pm to PJinAtl
quote:same way you teach a kid so swim that’s afraid of the water. You toss them overboard. After a couple of rods they realize they ain’t nothing to be afraid of
Our two year old is deathly afraid of dogs. If we are outside and she hears the neighbors' dog barking there is a better than 50% chance she goes into full meltdown. If she sees a video on YouTube with dogs she pulls away from the screen
Posted on 2/20/26 at 4:09 pm to PJinAtl
Get her a mini can of pepper spray and bring her to the pitbull breeding farm for target practice.
Posted on 2/20/26 at 4:20 pm to PJinAtl
Posted on 2/20/26 at 4:35 pm to armytiger96
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I'm assuming she sees an OT and or Speech Therapist regularly. They would probably give you better strategies in this area than a bunch of know it all Baws (myself included
Yes, speech once a week, PT twice a week. Amazingly she hits all of her current milestones to not need OT at this time.
I know she is unique but I was curious if anyone had kids if a similar age with the same fear and how y'all handled it.
Posted on 2/20/26 at 4:36 pm to chinhoyang
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My now deceased Border Collie was used to get kids unafraid of dogs. Had a very friendly demeanor and appearance. She was bullet proof with kids. Kids liked her. You need to find someone with a similar dog.
This is a good approach, though actually kind of rare with a Border Collie. Australian Shepherds that don't bark unless actively "herding" (a ball, other dogs running around, etc) that are also very kid-friendly are easy enough to find. You want one of the lower energy ones if possible.
Posted on 2/20/26 at 4:43 pm to NotChexMix
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Wait til she is old enough to understand the responsibilities that comes with owning a dog before ever buying her one
Oh we are a long way from that. I'm waiting for our 4 year old to start asking, and I'm going to tell him that if he can't pick up his Hot Wheels monster trucks before bed I sure don't see him picking up dog poop during a walk.
Posted on 2/20/26 at 4:53 pm to PJinAtl
Cute dog videos, movies, and cartoons?
Posted on 2/20/26 at 5:13 pm to TheRealTigerHorn
She was very chill with kids.
Posted on 2/20/26 at 7:34 pm to Sus-Scrofa
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Have access to an older golden retriever?
Introduced slowly, starting with a walk, then gradually getting them closer is worth a try. My golden’s were super tolerant of opf children, ear pulling eye gouging, crawling all over them, it seems to be instinctive with the breed. They’re super chill with kids.
Or, find a therapy dog organization and see what might be arranged.
Good luck.
Posted on 2/20/26 at 7:40 pm to Adajax
quote:When I had an Oct.4th-Jan. 6th hospital stay in Dallas Presbyterian, they brought a dog by my room so I cold pet it. It was a big dog that put it's head on the bed. I bet one of her Dr.'s could tell you about someone who would know the best way to introduce her to a trained friendly dog.
Find the people that have dogs they bring to old folks homes. These dogs are always calm and friendly.
Anyone know the best way to get my neighbor's dog to quit barking when I'm in my yard? He barks when he hears anything on the other side of the fence. He's a little French Bulldog.
This post was edited on 2/20/26 at 7:41 pm
Posted on 2/20/26 at 8:04 pm to PJinAtl
I recently found that a young-adult associate has been deeply terrified of dogs since childhood. So it is important to reduce the toddler's fear. Reasoning might become effective when she is 3.
Until then positive experience may be best. Atlanta area has several therapy dog training programs. Contact a few of them and ask their help in making a list of well-trained dogs close to you. Then every few weeks have short no-pressure visits with dogs of different breeds and sizes. Before the visits show her pictures and tell her the dog's name.
Good luck.
Until then positive experience may be best. Atlanta area has several therapy dog training programs. Contact a few of them and ask their help in making a list of well-trained dogs close to you. Then every few weeks have short no-pressure visits with dogs of different breeds and sizes. Before the visits show her pictures and tell her the dog's name.
Good luck.
Posted on 2/20/26 at 8:20 pm to LSUballs
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You should have shot them. The friends I mean.
Because their dogs play fought on the floor for a few seconds?
Posted on 2/20/26 at 8:44 pm to PJinAtl
Bless you and your daughter. I pray that she'll have great life experiences through your love for her.
Posted on 2/20/26 at 9:08 pm to PJinAtl
Weenie dog puppy. Kids love them and they're funny looking.
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