Congrats on your new baby! I'm sure that she will soon realize that she's in a loving home and will stop being so startled. 3 years of no love is a lot though! Glad to hear she likes the outdoors, it's a great way to bond! I know Kasha and I love taking walks to explore, I'm sure you guys will too.
You said you can feel her bones? Hopefully you are getting her to eat (sometimes they get scared and wont!) and especially since she might be pregnant you should make sure she's eating high quality food.
I know everyone has already said this but even those who are expecting pups for the first time find it overwhelming! There is a lot to prepare for! My family bred our Scottie years back and it was lots of work(and on a side note amazing/beautiful and full of puppy breath) even though we had the full 2 months to prepare. So, I'm sure that's why everyone is urging you to find a way to take Gracie to a vet ASAP.
I hope everything works out! Congrats & welcome!
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