As a pet photographer, I’ve had the privilege of capturing the unique personalities of countless dogs. Some are bold and boisterous, while others are shy and reserved, particularly around new people or dogs. Social anxiety in dogs is a common issue, but with patience and understanding, you can help your furry friend become more confident in social situations. Let’s explore how to support a dog with social anxiety.

I grew up in Texas.  It never stayed cold enough long enough for us to stop worrying about ticks. But the main ticks we worried about in suburbia were dog ticks.  Then I moved to Maryland.  For those of you not from Maryland, the deer are pretty much domesticated here. I can’t walk on the path from my suburban house along the river without encountering many deer, along with foxes, groundhogs, rabbits, and more.  It is a beautiful thing to be able to be near so much nature, but all those deer also mean we have abundant deer ticks.