So, the good news is that I don't think this is uncommon. The better news is that I think you're doing the right things to help her learn to be more comfortable. She may be shy for a while at puppy class but keep taking her. One of the things they tell us at Cody's puppy class is that you can sit on the ground and be a safe place for her, but don't cuddle her or hold her when she comes to you. Just kind of let her come and go as she pleases so she knws she has a safe spot. At first, you might have to encourage her to leave once in a while, but as time goes on she will probably get more brave on her own.
For what it's worth, I know this because we're having the same problem. We're going to keep taking him to class and encouraging him to make friends for as long as it takes. |