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03-20-2009, 05:33 AM | #1 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Mebane
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| Will Cody Ever Be "Cuddly"? Hi. Cody was 6 when we adopted him so I realize he has 6 yrs. of baggage behind him. He was never abused but I believe he never got a lot of attention. (owners surrendered back to breeder because of job loss). He is now becoming more playful but if I try to pick him up he runs. Plus he will not stay on the couch with me and cuddle. Maybe I am asking too much, but I just love him so much and want to just "cuddle, cuddle, cuddle" with him. Do you think there is a chance he will ever become loving or is he too set in his ways. I love this forum and all of you have helped me so much with my new baby. Note: We adopted him 12/30/08 |
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03-20-2009, 06:00 AM | #2 | |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Memphis, TN
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I bought Mika admittedly from a pet store, but got her when she was teeny tiny. She has never been a cuddler, except when I let HER come to ME when SHE is ready. She runs when you try to pet her or pick her up, like she has been abused. She was cuddly as a very young youngster, but when she came into her own, she became an indepedent girl. WHen I am cuddling with Maya, sometimes she looks on wistfully, and I offer her love and she runs. I don't have an answer for you, but you must feel awfully dejected.
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03-20-2009, 06:04 AM | #3 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Toronto
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| First, Congratulation on your new dog! So the thing here is that your dog have been deprived of attention by his last pack leader ( last owner), So he have forget some of is basic instinct of being a pack animal. You have to work on creating a deep bond with your dog. Here is a great article that will explain you how. WOOF! . Tips from Matty . Bonding with Your Dog | PBS Good luck. |
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