How long does it take to desensitize a dog?
Lavonne Larkin
2025-06-22 08:22:17
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This process should be carried out over a gradual period of time and can take months. Keep playing the sounds in this way daily, over a period of weeks, until your dog no longer reacts to the sounds, even at a higher volume. Play the sounds at this low level for 5-10 minutes, 3-4 times a day. Once your dog has stopped responding to the noise, you can turn the volume up slightly, until they begin to respond again.
If at any point your dog is scared or stressed by the noise, remain calm and stop playing the sounds immediately.
Once your dog has made this initial connection you can begin to increase the volume a little each time.