How to get close to strange dogs: a complete guide from alertness to trust
Building trust is at the heart of human-dog interaction. Whether it is a stray dog you encounter on the street or a pet from a friend’s house, mastering the correct approach to get close can avoid conflict and quickly get closer. The following are practical techniques that combine recent hot events and scientific methods.
1. Analysis of recent hot events related to dogs (next to 10 days)
| date | Hot events | Related data |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-15 | An incident of an internet celebrity being bitten by a pet dog | Video views exceed 20 million times |
| 2023-11-18 | Guide dogs are rejected and triggered social discussion | 120 million views on Weibo |
| 2023-11-20 | Professor of animal behavior science popularizes dog body language | The number of live viewers exceeded 500,000 |
2. Scientific approach to close to four steps
1. Assess the environmental safety
• Observe whether the dog wears a collar/leash
• Be aware of puppies or food resources around you
• Judge the dog's body language (as shown in the table below)
| Body signal | meaning | How to deal with it |
|---|---|---|
| The tail sways slowly | Be alert but accessible | Stay still let the dog smell |
| Ears are flat against the back | Nervous/Fear | Avoid direct eye contact |
| Grill with teeth | Defensive attacks | Slowly retreat |
2. The correct approach
• Get close to the curve at a 45-degree angle to avoid direct looking at the front
• Squat to the level of the dog's height (large dogs can stand)
• Extend the back of the fist and let the dog sniff automatically (the palm facing downwards is at risk of being bitten)
3. Interactive skills for building trust
• Speak in a calm high pitch (avoid sudden screaming)
• Snack rewards should be placed on the ground rather than directly feeding
• Principle of no more than 3 minutes for the first contact
4. Handling of special circumstances
• When encountering an injured dog: contact professional rescue personnel first
• Food care behavior occurs: Stop all actions immediately
• Group dogs: prioritize contact with the most friendly individuals
3. Correct common misunderstandings
According to the latest statistics of Animal Protection Organization:
| Error behavior | Possible consequences | Correct alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Forced head touch | 68% defensive bites | Let the dog smell his hands and then touch his chin |
| Run or scream | Trigger the pursuit instinct | Turns into a "tree" shape and is still |
| Look straight into the eyes | Being interpreted as provocation | Blinking eyes |
4. Summary of expert suggestions
1. Carry dog snacks with you (independent packaging is more hygienic)
2. Learn basic canine stress signals (nose licking/yawning, etc.)
3. Children need to contact strange dogs under adult custody
4. Respect the dog's right to choose (stop immediately when contact is refused)
Through the above methods, even dogs who meet for the first time can establish a basic trust relationship within 15 minutes. Remember that each dog is an independent individual and needs to adjust its strategies flexibly according to the specific situation.
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