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Originally Posted by TeresaM  I think it can be a little of both. Annie came to me from as an adult from a puppy mill. She was very submissive and afraid when we first went out to places. But I was very vigilant and made sure that she always had a good experience and lots of treats and praise. In no time she loved going 'bye-bye'. So it was probably more a learned thing with her.
Gracie Ruth is very outgoing, loving and carefree. All of life is one big adventure to her. I am equally as vigilant with her to be sure she always has a good experience because I don't want her to loose it. She has become somewhat cautious at the doctors office. But I usually take them cookies once a month and always take G with me so that she can see going there isn't always a 'bad' thing.
I think the important thing is that you are confident and in control. Pebbles will sense that and take courage from you. Don't cuddle and console her if she's acting afraid it will only reinforce the fear she is already feeling. Be "up" and happy but don't push her, let her scope things out and I bet she'll come around with age and time. |
thats good to know... if she starts shaking I always try to make her feel better and know everything is okay but i guess I should stop that huh?