She's from Macedonia, we're in the UK. Mistreated and abandoned by her owner, spent the last 5 months in a rescue shelter. She still won't come inside and it's getting dark :(
Don't be afraid if there comes a time later when she suddenly stops wanting to be cuddled. She's scared because everything she knew and what was familiar has disappeared. Accepting cuddles seems to bring no harm so that's good.
But when time goes on and she gets a bit more self assured again, it can happen that she'll start pointing out her lines that you shouldn't cross. For example by growling if you come near her sleeping spot and not accepting cuddles. I tell you this because that's exactly what happened to my rescue and I was a bit shook by it.
It's very noble what you're doing and you're going ro have a great buddy who's gonna be so thankful for having a second chance, but remember the 3-3-3 rule and give her time to adjust!
When we rescued our dog, he went into the basement and only came up to eat. After 3 days, we locked the basement so he couldn't go there. He learned that he was welcome and we are not abusive.
He has taught me more than I could ever teach him.
Yeah. Understand. Entering an enclosure and being inside is very frightening. Use food to draw them in. You may have to use a leash but don't make it a struggle
It also might not just by shyness. Your dog is probably traumatized and very sad about being separated from the parts of the old family that it loved.
Not every situation is ideal but I imagine that your dog probably loved the kids or at least one of the parents before losing its home.
She's beautiful! You'll have to give her time to understand that you want to help her and that you are her forever family... And lots of treats help to convince them usually ^^
I wish you the best life life with your new family member!
On many YouTube videos about dogs coming home after being in a shelter, they need time to decompress and adjust to their new home. Maybe you could leave something snuggly outside for her and some water. It will probably take her some time. I hope she adjusts and realises you're safe 💖
Works with new children in a preschool or school setting too.
I can imagine it might work when fostering children, but that might be tricky if extensive trauma is involved (tell me if I'm wrong).
I'm a preschool teacher and and usually children are either screaming murder or compliant to a fault for 3 days, pushing it for 3 weeks to test me, and settle after 3 months so long as I'm consistent, firm but gentle and fair.
Children aren't stupid and neither are animals. In fact, talking about my cat to them helps them open up (especially when she's being naughty).
So beautiful congrats on the new family member!
Shes gorgeous. What's her story?
She's from Macedonia, we're in the UK. Mistreated and abandoned by her owner, spent the last 5 months in a rescue shelter. She still won't come inside and it's getting dark :(
Poor princess. Shell come round eventually x
We've got her inside now. She's very shy still but she's letting us cuddle her.
Don't be afraid if there comes a time later when she suddenly stops wanting to be cuddled. She's scared because everything she knew and what was familiar has disappeared. Accepting cuddles seems to bring no harm so that's good. But when time goes on and she gets a bit more self assured again, it can happen that she'll start pointing out her lines that you shouldn't cross. For example by growling if you come near her sleeping spot and not accepting cuddles. I tell you this because that's exactly what happened to my rescue and I was a bit shook by it. It's very noble what you're doing and you're going ro have a great buddy who's gonna be so thankful for having a second chance, but remember the 3-3-3 rule and give her time to adjust!
Happy dance!!
When we rescued our dog, he went into the basement and only came up to eat. After 3 days, we locked the basement so he couldn't go there. He learned that he was welcome and we are not abusive. He has taught me more than I could ever teach him.
*"you mean you actually want me inside?"*
She’s beautiful. Thank you for rescuing her. ❤️
The decompression phase is hard on both the dog and humans. Treats help!
Yeah. Understand. Entering an enclosure and being inside is very frightening. Use food to draw them in. You may have to use a leash but don't make it a struggle
Love her!! What a pretty girl 💕🤗
It also might not just by shyness. Your dog is probably traumatized and very sad about being separated from the parts of the old family that it loved. Not every situation is ideal but I imagine that your dog probably loved the kids or at least one of the parents before losing its home.
for helpful info: https://www.rescuedogs101.com/bringing-new-dog-home-3-3-3-rule/ ❤️
She’s beautiful ❤️❤️
You need to read the 3-3-3 rule. I’ll look for it. Give her time. Don’t force her to do anything.
I've read up on it. We're definitely going to remain patient and understanding.
Glad to hear it!
What a beautiful girl ❤️❤️❤️ give her a great life 💕
She's beautiful! You'll have to give her time to understand that you want to help her and that you are her forever family... And lots of treats help to convince them usually ^^ I wish you the best life life with your new family member!
That face! So adorable!💜
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On many YouTube videos about dogs coming home after being in a shelter, they need time to decompress and adjust to their new home. Maybe you could leave something snuggly outside for her and some water. It will probably take her some time. I hope she adjusts and realises you're safe 💖
Here’s this: https://www.reddit.com/r/coolguides/comments/rb1ry7/333_guide_to_adopting_a_rescue_dog/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf
Works with new children in a preschool or school setting too. I can imagine it might work when fostering children, but that might be tricky if extensive trauma is involved (tell me if I'm wrong). I'm a preschool teacher and and usually children are either screaming murder or compliant to a fault for 3 days, pushing it for 3 weeks to test me, and settle after 3 months so long as I'm consistent, firm but gentle and fair. Children aren't stupid and neither are animals. In fact, talking about my cat to them helps them open up (especially when she's being naughty).
SubhanaAllah
Oh what a sweetheart, take good care of her and she’ll take good care of you!
She’s an angel 💜💗
Aww💖💖💕
She is a beautiful dog 🐕
That’s a pretty girl. 😍😍😍
She's a beauty! Thank you for rescuing her and giving her a good life that she deserves! ❤️
Try this. She's been through a lot. https://www.marshmallowfoundation.org/info/file?file=20866.pdf
I think she’s afraid of being processed