I have been through this. Here is one way to help with it. It works great. It takes some time.
When you get home ignore your dog. Walk in slowly and keep it calm. Do not acknowledge the dog. Do not even look at her. Just walk around and do whatever you do. Do not praise her as this will create excitement.If she is loose in the house. When you walk into the house and she runs to you, do not stop and reach down to pet it. Go to the kitchen or bathroom or do something besides greeting her immediately, until it calms down.
Advise guests to do the same. Inform your guests ahead of time to please completely ignore the dog.
Keep your voice and the guests voice in a calm manner. No baby talk or high excitement voice.
A little later, the dog will calm down and you can let your dog come to you. It may take a while but it can be done. You can gradually adjust your actions as you see her confidence building and her mind calming. |