Yes, it is normal to have sensitive dog. Dogs do have different personalities.
Never yell at a sensitive dog and make sure that you make them feel safe and secure. Don't reward insecure behaviour (trembling or wanting to sit on top of you) with petting or cuddling.
A good way to build their esteem is to teach them new tricks that are easy for them to learn so that you can make them feel like they are pleasing you with their performance. They enjoy being rewarded for doing a job correctly; your happiness and approval is a reward to them. Petting, eye contact, and food are all rewards; giving rewards out to an insecure dog wantonly can be confusing for them, they prefer to earn it. Earning rewards is a way for them to build their confidence.
Is it normal that my puppy seems to be sensitive?
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Yes, it is normal to have sensitive dog. Dogs do have different personalities.
Never yell at a sensitive dog and make sure that you make them feel safe and secure. Don't reward insecure behaviour (trembling or wanting to sit on top of you) with petting or cuddling.
A good way to build their esteem is to teach them new tricks that are easy for them to learn so that you can make them feel like they are pleasing you with their performance. They enjoy being rewarded for doing a job correctly; your happiness and approval is a reward to them. Petting, eye contact, and food are all rewards; giving rewards out to an insecure dog wantonly can be confusing for them, they prefer to earn it. Earning rewards is a way for them to build their confidence.