Scaredy Dog

[Bobsgirl]

We have a golden retriever who is a year and a half old. She refuses to get in our camper. She will jump in our truck and car. She loves to jump on furniture even though she's not allowed to. Jumping is obviously not the issue. We have tried treats and toys to coax her in with no luck. We haven't tried picking her up because I don't want to scare her. I think she's afraid of the steps. Any ideas to get her in?

[Code2High]

Open steps can be scary for dogs because they don't see exactly like we do or understand the gaps in the back. Covering the steps with a carpet runner may help. Or working with a trainer that teaches agility.

[Greyghost]

Have you tried a ramp? Once she's no longer afraid of the camper she should just walk into the camper (or sit and whine once you start packing :B).