I got Dixie (3 years old) a little over a month ago and she was shy at first, ran away from everyone, wouldn't go from room to room, etc. I just spent time holding her, giving her treats, praising her and now she is stuck to me like glue! An example: We were cuddling on the couch and I had to add a log to the fire (which was about 5 feet away from the couch) so I put Dixie on the couch and as soon as I got up she jumped down and followed me. She is my little shadow! She is becoming more confident every day. She smiles and wiggles that little butt like crazy now! Don't worry about your little girl. She will warm up to you. She just needs time to acclimate. Dixie was doggy door trained also and I don't have a doggie door. I let her out every couple of hours with my other dog and eventually she will get the idea that's the only place she's supposed to go potty. She has only had a couple of accidents and she looks guilty when I point to the puddle and say, "Dixie did you do that?" in a stern tone, so I think she is getting it! Silk will come out of her shell soon! |