Timeline for How can I regain the love of my shelter dog?
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| Apr 29, 2015 at 14:45 | comment | added | keshlam | Also, remember that exposed belly is NOT automatically a request for a belly rub. For most animals that's a signal that they accept you and accept that you are dominant, but actually rubbing the exposed belly confuses them until they figure out that it's just friendly grooming/cuddling. Go easy and gradual on that, and don't push it if the dog says no -- just as you reserve the right to object if someone is tickling you when you're not in the mood. This goes along with the suggestion to let the dog come to you. | |
| Apr 28, 2015 at 19:00 | comment | added | mhwombat | Also, talk to your mother and see if the two of you can agree on some rules about who is allowed to hold the dog, for how long, and under what conditions. That way both of you will be prepared the next time a bunch of kids are in the house. | |
| Apr 28, 2015 at 13:48 | comment | added | Sobrique | Good point. Bribery is very effective with doggies. Tripe sticks especially! | |
| Apr 28, 2015 at 13:46 | comment | added | Layna | In addition to more walks, and training (VITAL, if you ask me), occasionally just sit near her, have something she is interested in, let HER approach YOU. See if she climbs onto your lap for a treat... and let her climb off again when she wants to. Above all, have patience, and learn to read her signals. I know patience can be hard, but with a dog, it can be EXTREMELY rewarding. | |
| Apr 28, 2015 at 11:36 | history | answered | Sobrique | CC BY-SA 3.0 |