Oh you are clever, knowing that with an abused/nervous rescue it's best to let them feel in control and let them do all of the approaching and work to get your affection. The more aloof but approachable you are, the more curious they are and seem to seek you out as they feel more comfortable around you, knowing you will never force your attentions on them, but wanting to curry favor with that alpha pack-leader mentality. I used to constantly move away from my new rescues whenever they got close and darn if those dogs wouldn't soon be dying to get my attention and would be nudging my hands for a pat. Seemed to break the ice faster than anything - just playing hard to get and letting that abused rescue for once in his life have some control.
__________________  Jeanie and Tibbe One must do the best one can. You may get some marks for a very imperfect answer: you will certainly get none for leaving the question alone. C. S. Lewis
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