I have adopted a dog and I find him very nervous. He was apparently always restless and afraid that something bad might happen to him. I try to comfort him by speaking softly, but he is always on the alert, how can I help him calm down?
From what you’ve described, your dog is very stressed. This type of hyperactive behavior, which sometimes becomes fearful and even aggressive, and is accompanied by panting, drooling and repetitive compulsive movements, is very common among the symptoms often manifested in a stressed dog. If your dog suffers from these, you should see your vet to determine if this is indeed a problem. Stressed out animals tend to have repetitive behaviors known as stereotypes and as a result, hair loss is common, as is the case with humans. To help him, it’s best to have routine behaviors repeated over time and talk to him with great compassion and patience. What he really needs is for you to give him peace and show him that you will be his best friend. As he gains his trust, he will calm down. You will see how quickly you can make him feel calm next to you.