Everything you said is exactly how my yorkie, Tink acts (she will be 11 next month) She has never been a cuddler (except when cold...). She has never liked being held/picked up. If I would pick her up from where she is to try and cuddle, she would return to her original spot. She chooses what she wants, and will come lay next to me when she wants.We have always kidded around she us more cat than dog.
However, she always follows me, and is in the same room as me. And I have no doubts that she doesn't love me - I have just accepted that she isn't a cuddler
Maybe it will just take some time, especially since she was so timid when you got her. For what it's worth, my other dog (non yorkie) did not trust either of us when we got her. She was a rescue and was very very untrusting. I took her to a very experienced trainer (who actually trains police dogs) and the difference was HUGE. She went from being completely distant to wanting to be around us all the time. its very obvious you love your little girl, maybe it will just take some time. Best of luck! |