Well, you have to expect that she has not had a great life up until now. You don't know the kind of trauma she has been through. It is going to take time for her to adjust.
If she does not know how to sit, stay, down, and come then now is the time to start teaching her with a lot of love and lots of treats. If she does know these commands then have her do them with a lot of praise and treats. When a dog is taught things and practices them with the owner in a loving and encouraging manner it makes them feel secure in the knowledge that you are in charge and will take care of them.
Right now she is feeling very insecure. She thinks she needs to protect herself and you. You need to show her that you are in charge of that job not her. When she realizes that you are her protector and not the other way around she will start to relax around others in your home. You may want to keep her on a leash around the house as you teach her these things and especially when people come to visit. |