Skittish Dog Breeds You Should Know

The tiny Chihuahua is prone to feeling fearful and skittish around new people or environments. Provide reassurance.  

Chihuahua

Originally bred for racing, Greyhounds tend to be very sensitive and shy. Go slow with new introductions.  

Greyhound  

Yorkshire Terriers have an instinct to bark at strange noises. Give them time to warm up to new situations.

Yorkie

With both Chihuahua and Greyhound lineage, this small hybrid is doubly predisposed to startle reflexes.  

Italian Greyhuahua   

Active and loyal Schipperkes can perceive even subtle perceived threats. Use positive reinforcement.

Schipperke

The alert Papillon was bred as a companion dog and needs gentle handling to build confidence.  

Papillon

Similar to Greyhounds, Whippets are athletically built but extremely sensitive by nature. Go slowly with socialization.

Whippet

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