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The sensitive dog: guiding with a gentle touch

Does your dog startle easily and take a long time to settle down? Here's how to give a sensitive dog the calm and security they need.

Some dogs take in everything around them with extra intensity. A loud noise, a busy moment, unfamiliar visitors: things other dogs barely notice can throw them off balance. A sensitive dog like this is not a problem dog. They simply feel things more deeply — and need a little more gentleness from you.

How to recognise one

A sensitive dog quickly shows when something is getting too much: they withdraw, tremble or get worked up about things other dogs don't even notice. They startle more easily and take longer to calm down again. In exciting situations, they reach their limit sooner.

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Does your dog startle easily and take a long time to settle down? Here's how to give a sensitive dog the calm and security they need. Some dogs take in everything around them with extra intensity. A loud noise, a busy moment, unfamiliar visitors: things other dogs barely notice can throw them off balance. A sensitive dog like this is not a problem dog. They simply feel things more deeply — and need a little more gentleness from you.

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A sensitive dog quickly shows when something is getting too much: they withdraw, tremble or get worked up about things other dogs don't even notice. They startle more easily and take longer to calm down again. In exciting situations, they reach their limit sooner.

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This article is no substitute for veterinary advice. Source: DOGSY editorial team.

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The article comes from the DOGSY knowledge team and is written in plain language. Last updated: 9 July 2026.

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