View More Replies... View more comments #68 She's Afraid Of Cars And Dives Into Bushes To Avoid Them. Potbelly pigs are social and will get destructive if they are bored. The cause could be that it has not yet learned what dogs to trust yet. Below are some reasons why it might be doing it and what would make them more likely. 'Crazy train': GOP lawmaker rips Trump's fraud claims . If you’re planning to bring a new dog, such as a pug or golden retriever, into the home then you might need to do a little careful planning beforehand to make the process as smooth as possible.. Not all cats are scared of dogs, but cats find it difficult to read a dog’s behavioral signals. If your dog is exhibiting signs of fear in the presence of cats, he is definitely afraid and often for good reason. Fireworks sales began on Saturday, much to the dismay of dogs across Wichita. While it’s a common fear amongst dogs – some breeds more frightened of it than others – there is no explanation for what makes them afraid of it. Your dog isn't able to understand your reasons for decorating for the holidays. Not only that but smoke also moves and swirls around, a dog can move away from smoke only to be covered in a few seconds later. Jess Gore. Unless you plan on keeping your dog under lock and key for the rest of their life, finding a way to help them deal with their fear is crucial. When dogs are scared and have had a negative experience with something, they can become anxious and react. Dogs having fears, or more intense phobias can cause anxiety to both pet and owner. And why do dogs act scared as if their water bowl is their biggest enemy? It … Calling any phobia "weird" or "silly" dismisses issues and symptoms that are very real. Leave Name blank to comment as Anonymous. Maybe a loud car zoomed pass your dog and scared him one day, or your dog is just scared of fast-moving objects near him. There are more light-sensitive cells in the center of a dog's retina than there are in a human's retina. Because dogs are so popular as pets and companions, avoiding them can be nearly impossible. Just as some humans suffer from shyness, some dogs are more timid than their counterparts. Plus, we assume anxiety is caused … reply. Why are some dogs afraid of balloons? It hasn’t learned to trust certain dogs yet. Oh don’t worry, the cats aren’t trying to intimidate the dogs, the dogs are just acting weird, the bits where it looks like the cats are attacking are really just showing the cats grooming the dogs. 1. Here’s what they’re scared of: Last time we checked, water bowls didn't bite, so what's up with these dogs? Dogs can feel that, so most dogs come to me for a pat, scratch and even a belly rub. Cats are scared of dogs because they are different animals that they don’t recognize. Awkward Faces of Olympic Divers. Why Are Dogs Scared of Balloons? Like I said already, my dog loves them. Dogs also have larger pupils, which allows more light into their eye to be processed. Seeing our pups run away scared during a storm makes us ponder on why this react this way. Most smoke has a very strong smell to it and thick smoke interferes with or blocks vision. If you got your puppy at a pet store or a shelter, it’s almost normal that it’s a bit scared. Pigs aren't scared of things in general, it depends on the pig itself. Plus, we assume anxiety is caused … dropstop Report. So your chances of running into a dog are relatively high. Dogs can develop a phobia or fear of a specific object for a variety of reasons. It’s not only stressful but might also have dangerous consequences. Smoke is a very sensory experience. 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