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Originally Posted by livingdustmops  I agree as I have dealt with rescues like this. I found that dogs like this will retreat even more if other dogs push them out of the way. |
Yup you are so right
Also, the 'new' addition could become very dominate over Timmy and cause great fear and distress. Poor Timmy spent 3 long years in very bad conditions. Unfortunately he isn't going to leave his shell over night, but I can promise you that with lots of love and the correct procedures of the delicate training he needs, he will slowly start to emerge.
But I do have to warn you that he is going to need lots of time to learn he can trust and love and not be afraid
BUT - The reward will be when YOU start to notice the slight changes, it WILL melt your heart
...I have a shy one too. Roxy and she is now 3.5 yrs old. I have invested a GREAT deal of Positive Effort into her Rehabilitation. I now know her inside and out and I am able to continue to HELP her learn and grow, but it has been a LONG HAUL, I won't lie to you, and we are STILL learning....
I bought a handful of books about this, I slowly introduced her to the 'outside world' and everyone and everything in it. I let her go at her own pace, I didn't force or rush her, which is very important.
But seeing her do things now, that are quite common for a 'normal yorkie' just brings such joy to me and my husband. We are so proud of our Roxy Girl
