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★★★★★ "A must read for anyone who wants to help a child overcome their fear of dogs." - Amazon Customer

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Based on decades of experience as a therapist, parenting coach and mother of a child who was afraid of dogs, I developed the Overcoming Fear of Dogs (OFOD) protocol.

This is a step-by-step guide for parents (therapists will find it helpful as well) based on exposure therapy using a live dog.

◆ This book provides an easy to understand tool for parents to help their child overcome the fear of dogs.

By using exposure therapy and my specifically designed exercises, parents will gradually increase their child's exposure to a real dog and thereby decrease their child's fear and resistance. This book helps parents understand how and why their child is afraid of dogs and most importantly how to help their child face the fear and overcome it.

◆ When a child has a strong fear of dogs it is important to address this fear as soon as possible.

There is much to gain when children are able to overcome their fears. They develop self-confidence and self-esteem and feel empowered. Children who face their fears learn coping skills and self-control, two of the biggest predictors of success later in life. In addition, they learn to speak up and ask for help.

◆ By using the method in this book children will become more aware of their feelings and learn to express them clearly.

• Mindfulness and relaxation exercises are included in the book to help this develop.
• Anxiety and fear create the feeling of being out of control.

◆ My method helps kids feel in control and ""take back the leash"" when interacting with dogs.

Most children do not outgrow this fear and they need to have supervised brief and positive experiences with dogs in order to feel safe and in control when interacting with them. Dogs are everywhere these days and it is impossible to avoid them. Kids who are afraid of dogs suffer socially and emotionally. They avoid sleepovers and play dates where a dog is in residence. They often refuse to go to a park in case they might encounter a dog. Some children will even endanger themselves by running into the street to avoid a dog.

Children are afraid of things they don't understand and this book provides education for parents and children about dogs. The book includes information on how dogs communicate as well as how to ""read"" dogs and know when it is safe to interact with them and when it is best to stay away.

◆ My ultimate goal is to enable children to feel comfortable around dogs so their lives aren't disrupted by the fear of them.

While the book is designed for parents of children aged 5-12 my method can be used with older children and adults.

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Stefani M. Cohen - As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in parenting, child development and mental health. When my own daughter was afraid of dogs I used my skills as a therapist and dog lover to help her overcome her fear. I developed the Overcoming Fear of Dogs (OFOD) protocol as a result of seeing her suffer as well as experiencing firsthand the challenges this fear caused our family. I have been successfully using this protocol for over 30 years to help children feel safe and comfortable around dogs. I live in New Rochelle, NY with my husband and dog, Winnie Bear. I have three grandchildren who I'm delighted to say love dogs! For more information please visit Stefanicohen.com or Kidsfearofdogs.com

Cathy Malkin - For over 25 years Cathy has educated people of all ages about being kind and responsible to animals. As a Humane Educator she teaches responsible pet care and safety around dogs. Cathy is also an Animal Reiki Teacher/Practitioner and holds a Masters in Counseling and Education. Cathy currently lives in Martinez, CA with her two cats, Mona Marie and Elvis and her dog, Yogi Bear. To learn more about Cathy and her practice, visit animalmuse.com. All species welcome!

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gatekeeper Press; Illustrated edition (May 5, 2020)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 206 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1662900198
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1662900198
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.1 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.47 x 9 inches

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Stefani M. Cohen - As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in parenting, child development and mental health. When my own daughter was afraid of dogs I used my skills as a therapist and dog lover to help her overcome her fear. I developed the Overcoming Fear of Dogs (OFOD) protocol as a result of seeing her suffer as well as experiencing firsthand the challenges this fear caused our family. I have been successfully using this protocol for over 30 years to help children feel safe and comfortable around dogs. I live in New Rochelle, NY with my husband and dog, Winnie. I have four grandchildren who I'm delighted to say love dogs! For more information please visit Stefanicohen.com or Overcomefearofdogs.com

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Great start to help your child

Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2024

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I stumbled upon this book during a desperate search for ways to help my daughter. Her fear of dogs was significantly impacting her daily life, from attending playdates to visiting family members with dogs. I felt at a loss on how to assist her until I discovered this book. It's an excellent starting point for understanding fears in general and learning more about dogs. We've just begun the program outlined in the book, and it has already boosted my confidence in supporting my daughter through her fears. I highly recommend this book. It's not only easy to read, but the tips are practical and can be implemented right away. This book transcends the specific fear of dogs, offering strategies to tackle any kind of fear.

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Sharlet J.

Great breadth and depth of information

Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2024

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As a professional working with kids with disabilities, it's not uncommon for kids to be anxious or approach/avoidant when first meeting my therapy dog. Cohen's book give very practical advice for teaching children resilience while learning to interact safely and calmly with dogs. As a resource for parents dealing with a more significantly fearful child, she provides specific guidance illustrated with stories showing her experience with a range of children's needs. I highly recommend this for anyone wanting to incorporate dogs into a child's life.
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Lisa R. Colbert

This STEP-BY-STEP Process Empowers Children & Parents to Get Over the Fear

Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2023

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This book is EXACTLY what you NEED!! It's all there - & so easy to read!! This book and the way that she wrote it, deeply resonated with me. She understood exactly what I was going through and gave so many real world examples thru all of the clients that she has helped. I took a bunch of notes because I didn't want to miss any detail when I took this on. She has given me a proven roadmap that I can easily navigate in order to have my child get over his fear. I didn't realize this was affecting his self-esteem and emotionally draining him like it does so many other children. She gives so many AMAZING ideas, so many resources, and so many websites that I never would have thought of. There are checklists and certificates if you want to use them, but really her process is so easy and thoughtful and well-designed and pragmatic. I am so grateful I found this book and I'm so excited to take this on and finally have my son get over his fear!! There is no way this process would not work and I feel like I know exactly what to do. I've already been in contact with one of the organizations she recommended and have already implemented some of the very easy beginning steps and I already see such a huge difference! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

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samtha

An excellent guide for even adults looking to overcome their fear of dogs

Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2023

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The book is easy to read and understand. It lists steps to start interacting with the therapy dog and then move on to other dogs. It is admirable that the book is empathetic toward those scared of dogs, allowing oneself to say, "Please leash your dog." if they sense being uncomfortable in a situation and not feel shame about it. The book covers how one should try to understand dogs' body language to learn to respect their space and feelings, interact with them positively, and prevent any mishaps. I found it very helpful as I worked on my fears, and I am glad that the recommendations have helped me become more comfortable and enjoy being around dogs.

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If you have a Child afraid of Dogs, Please Read This Book!

Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2023

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Overcoming Your Child's Fear of Dogs: A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents" is an invaluable resource for parents seeking to understand and alleviate their child's fear of dogs. With a wealth of insights into the root causes of this common phobia, the book offers readers a comprehensive understanding of why children might harbor such fears, complete with illuminating case studies. What sets this guide apart is its clear and actionable protocol for overcoming the fear, making it an accessible tool for parents looking to help their children conquer this anxiety. It is a treasure trove of exercises to ensure parents have a practical toolkit at their disposal. A must-read for parents navigating this challenging aspect of childhood development, offering both empathy and effective strategies. Highly Recommend A++

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Kristin

The only strategy that helped my daughter work through her fear of dogs

Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2021

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Anyone whose child has a fear of dogs knows how hard it can be. I had tried multiple ways to help my daughter overcome her fear of dogs. I even took her to a "therapist" who was unfamiliar with the ins and outs of the fear and ended up making it worse. This book is the only thing that has worked. Much to my shock, we followed the protocol and my daughter pet the dog multiple times during our first session. She then pet another dog that was nearby that we had identified as friendly with the owner. Thank you Stefani for this wonderful book that really is a game-changer!!

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Sallen_79er

A great resource for helping kids

Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2020

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This book is an amazing resource for helping kids through what can often be a severely life-impacting phobia. As a pediatrician and parent, it has helped me both in my work and with my own daughter on her own phobia, which she is now over.

Stephani emphasizes the physical aspects of the anxiety and fear and presents effective ways of addressing them. Not only is my daughter now free of her phobia, but after a lot of work with this book we now have a 30lb rescue dog she adores and she now happily greets dogs that she sees outside of the house.

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Jonathan Kossak

Very informative

Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2023

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This book provides a step by step process for helping children overcome their fear of dogs. It gives us hope that we can help our kids conquer this issue.

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Sinead K.

Excellent resource

Reviewed in Canada on December 27, 2023

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Having scoured the internet to help my child with his paralysing fear of dogs, I can confidently say this is by far the best resource out there! It’s expertly written, it’s helpful, clear and detailed. I’m currently using this book and sessions with the author Stefani to create a personalized dog exposure plan for my son. I’ve purchased several copies and have recommended it for so many people. It’s given me hope and a path forward. Thank you for writing this book; it is making a difference.

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Author’s insights are practical and useful 🤗

Reviewed in India on October 29, 2023

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Dogs 🐕 do have mood swings and can get moody at times 🤷‍♂️ Giving them time and space is important 👍 that’s was helpful 🎯

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