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How to Help a Australian Shepherd Overcome Fear of Strangers
Training a Australian Shepherd to master "Building confidence in a shy or fearful dog around new people" works best when you account for the breed's temperament. With a trainability of 5/5 and an energy level of 5/5, the Australian Shepherd responds well to short, consistent, reward-based sessions. Keep the breed's common challenges — herding nipping, over-arousal, reactivity — in mind as you work through this advanced skill.
A full step-by-step guide for the Australian Shepherd is being written. In the meantime, explore related guides below or start with the breed overview on the right.