Can a human's anxiety trigger a dog's fear?

Nervous Human, Nervous Dog | National Geographic · 4:43 · Video: National Geographic · Watch at the source

In short: This National Geographic film explores the psychological link between owners and their pets, demonstrating how a person's internal state can influence a dog's behavior.

The video follows Cesar Millan as he assists a dog owner struggling with a fear of pit bulls. By focusing on helping the owner transition into a calm state around his own dogs, the footage illustrates how managing human nervousness can impact canine temperament.

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