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Originally Posted by TxVicki  That is a yes and no answer. I know when I got a little one and my hubby was gone, he came home about 10 months after I got her. At first she was afraid of him and growled at him. BUT she kinda of knew who he was as I let her have some of his socks and T Shirts so she knew his scent. It took about a week for her to get used to him. |
Great idea, his socks and shirts, I bet his scent was all throughout your home too.
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Originally Posted by MauiGirl I think pups pick up on your vibes when a new person comes into the home. They are curious, sometimes a little guarded, but when they see your reaction to that person it assures them that they are welcome. All it usually takes is the new person to not force themselves on the pup, let the pup come to them on it's own terms, offer them treats and a belly rub and they will become best buddies.
Congratulations. I'm in puppy envy  |
When my brother visited for the first time, I was fascinated that Max knew he was different than typical visitors. He instantly loved my brother, without any physical cues from me, like hugging. It must have been the vibes.