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janetvav · 03-12-2010, 05:00 PM

Did you ever think that you made a mistake with the baby that you bought? We brought our new little girl home this week and she is so nervous and shakes around our other dogs and when the grankids come over she freaks out. She is completely different than my other dogs were. They wanted to play all of the time. I was really undecided on her when I saw her because of this but they seemed to think that she would overcome it. Maybe its just to early yet but I am kind of having doubts about it. She is definately a lap dog.

xxmxaxrxyxx · 03-12-2010, 05:23 PM

i myself personally have never dealt with this....all the puppies/dog i bought home was the one that always picked me...they were not timid....and i think i would be turned off on such a timid dog...but from everything i have read with time, patiences, understanding, love and positive training they can overcome this fear....just like with kids...hopefully someone with more experience can chime in and offer better advice.

lil fu fu girl · 03-12-2010, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by xxmxaxrxyxx

i myself personally have never dealt with this....all the puppies/dog i bought home was the one that always picked me...they were not timid....and i think i would be turned off on such a timid dog...but from everything i have read with time, patiences, understanding, love and positive training they can overcome this fear....just like with kids...hopefully someone with more experience can chime in and offer better advice.

Excellent post. It will just take time I believe as well. Just make sure she has her comfort zone, like her kennel. That way she has a place to go to calm down and feel secure all by herself.

MorkieMomii · 03-12-2010, 05:33 PM

Oh it takes more time for them to get settled. She will be ok. I love a more shy and timid dog, they are so sweet natured. Just make sure the vet has checked her out and put a sweater on her if she is cold, make sure she eats multiple times a day and give lots of love. Congratulations!

Patti · 03-12-2010, 05:43 PM

I think with more time to adjust she should become less timid. None of mine are real comfortable around kids even though the neighbor kids come and play with them a lot.

BellaBlue82 · 03-12-2010, 06:08 PM

I agree it does take some time to get settled. I have three children under seven years old and it took her some time to get used to them. My Sasha is definitely a lap dog and follows me everywhere. I don't know if that's normal, but she still plays around with us and her toys, I guess it just depends on their temperment...

Ladymom · 03-12-2010, 07:24 PM

Where did you get her? Good breeders socialize their puppies before they go to their new homes. They get them used to household noises, being handled, etc. If she grew up in a kennel rather than a home, all this is very new to her. You will have to work really hard to socialize her and understand that it may always be her nature to be fearful.

Britster · 03-12-2010, 08:07 PM

I think it depends. I found Jackson in a classifieds ad online, she claimed her female dog got pregnant by accident... I honestly don't know if this is true. But there were 2 males left when I got there and both seemed a little scared when being handled by the new people. I know that if I had gotten him from a good breeder, the pups should have been more playful and outgoing. But Jackson was never really timid around us family... the first day we brought him home, he fit himself right in. He slept alot the first 2 days but that's just being a pup I suppose.

He's over 1 year old now and does not really willingly let a stranger pet him. He's fine around strangers in a sense that if they just walk by and leave him alone, he could care less, but the minute they go to pet him, he ducks away. Once he meets you 2 or 3 times, he will love you forever. It's just that first initial meeting with a stranger that he's iffy. My aunt for example... Jackson sees her MAYBE once a month, sometimes even longer, but everytime she comes over, he greets her with kisses and jumps on her etc.

Sorry this is so winded but I'm just saying he was shy when I first got him, and I think he will remain somewhat reserved for the rest of his life. But I think with great socialization, they can somewhat overcome it. Jackson's getting better because I carry treats with me and if a stranger is in our house, I ask them if they can give him a treat. He's been going up to people by himself and sniffing them now which is something he never did. He even let a few kids pet him and do tricks with him.

But I think the basic personality they have as a puppy will stick with them forever.

Lilyshuman · 03-12-2010, 08:44 PM

Just like people dogs and puppies each have thier own way of adapting to new circumstances. If you have just gotten her she may really make a change in the next month or so, I would say that now that you have her hold on and take the extra time to get to know her.... she may be different than what you thought but may turn out to be just what you and she needs

Do you have any pictures?

janetvav · 03-13-2010, 02:13 AM

Thanks everyone for your input I am trying to get to come around she does pretty good for me and seems to be going to be a mamas girl which is just fine hopefully after time she will get used to the rest of us. I just remember my other two were so playful and energetic when we went to get them I just was hoping she would be the same way but my dh insisted she was coming home with us so we will work real hard with her. Hopefully I can get some pictures of her soon to post not to sure how to do it so I will get my daughter to help me.

JukkasMommy · 03-13-2010, 04:35 AM

I havent read any of the other responses but i recently got my little boy and he was exactly how your puppy is now....it took him about 6 days to finally get comfortable, but i did notice when i made him be brave he snapped out of his fear a lot faster...maybe start with keeping him in just your bedroom so he can explore that space then move to having him come out...they will cry but it will work..just imagine a puppy that little and such a big world...he is now a crazy little puppy chasing my cat and playing with my son!!! Good Luck!

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Originally Posted by janetvav

Did you ever think that you made a mistake with the baby that you bought? We brought our new little girl home this week and she is so nervous and shakes around our other dogs and when the grankids come over she freaks out. She is completely different than my other dogs were. They wanted to play all of the time. I was really undecided on her when I saw her because of this but they seemed to think that she would overcome it. Maybe its just to early yet but I am kind of having doubts about it. She is definately a lap dog.

Christinee · 03-13-2010, 05:16 AM

When I first brought Benjamin home he was very nervous and seemed depressed. I though he'd always be that way. It was depressing at first. But now he's the happiest, yappy, energetic most playful thing.
Give it time to adapt. I'm sure he'll be fine!

red98vett · 03-13-2010, 06:25 AM

maybe try to make your home a more 'quiet' place until she adjust - meaning - keep limits on who comes and goes and try to let HER adjust on her terms....we all want to show off puppies but better to let her settle in first in her new surroundings....she's missing all she left behind.....hopefully in a few days she'll start to relax some.....I would feel terrible seeing a little puppy shaking so I know this has to be bothering you....

good luck !

Mom to Hot Rod · 03-13-2010, 07:09 AM

Your little one is in whole new environment and she has been taken away from all that she's know all of her short little life. I would try and give her a safe little area that she can go to. Have toys or treats for her there so she will associate good things with it. Give her extra cuddles and hugs. She will come around in not time at all. Look at the world from her perspective...everything is strange to her. Good luck.

timmylish · 03-13-2010, 07:49 AM

I know that this may sound daft but, I think sometimes people forget to do it.
Talk to her continuously throughout the day and even when you think she is not paying any attention. Speech is a tremendous therapy to young puppies. Its comforting and makes them feel secure. Although I,ve had dogs all my life (over 60 yrs) Yuriy Ivanovich was my first Yorkie. He is SSSSSSSSSSS00000 different to all my other breeds. He does not want to go walkies. He,d rather just stay indoors with us around, play with his toys etc etc. Now at 10 months he loves people (is scared of other dogs 'cause he does not come into contact with any) and loves to "speak" to them all the time. Although we don,t have kids in the house whenever he comes into contact with kids I try to get them to be calm and reduce noise levels so the young 'un has nothing to be afraid of.
Talk, talk and talk yourself silly at times. It will work. Don,t talk to us. talk to her!!!!!!!!!
God luck. She will come thru', like all other little 'uns.

03-12-2010, 05:00 PM	#1
janetvav Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: iowa usa Posts: 212	Will she overcome this? Did you ever think that you made a mistake with the baby that you bought? We brought our new little girl home this week and she is so nervous and shakes around our other dogs and when the grankids come over she freaks out. She is completely different than my other dogs were. They wanted to play all of the time. I was really undecided on her when I saw her because of this but they seemed to think that she would overcome it. Maybe its just to early yet but I am kind of having doubts about it. She is definately a lap dog.

03-12-2010, 05:23 PM	#2
xxmxaxrxyxx Missing Yoshi Everyday! Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 15,110 Blog Entries: 3	i myself personally have never dealt with this....all the puppies/dog i bought home was the one that always picked me...they were not timid....and i think i would be turned off on such a timid dog...but from everything i have read with time, patiences, understanding, love and positive training they can overcome this fear....just like with kids...hopefully someone with more experience can chime in and offer better advice. __________________ Yoshi Mei Ling Ting Ting Ting Ki Sun Hye Yukio Kioshi

03-12-2010, 05:33 PM	#4
MorkieMomii Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: BC, Canada Posts: 225	Oh it takes more time for them to get settled. She will be ok. I love a more shy and timid dog, they are so sweet natured. Just make sure the vet has checked her out and put a sweater on her if she is cold, make sure she eats multiple times a day and give lots of love. Congratulations! __________________ Mary

03-12-2010, 05:43 PM	#5
Patti Donating YT 30K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 35,509 Blog Entries: 6	I think with more time to adjust she should become less timid. None of mine are real comfortable around kids even though the neighbor kids come and play with them a lot. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : RIP Nikki; RIP Maya;RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

03-12-2010, 06:08 PM	#6
BellaBlue82 Twilight lovin' Yakker Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,642	I agree it does take some time to get settled. I have three children under seven years old and it took her some time to get used to them. My Sasha is definitely a lap dog and follows me everywhere. I don't know if that's normal, but she still plays around with us and her toys, I guess it just depends on their temperment... __________________ *BellaBlue ~ Mommy to Sasha!*

03-12-2010, 07:24 PM	#7
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 8,317	Where did you get her? Good breeders socialize their puppies before they go to their new homes. They get them used to household noises, being handled, etc. If she grew up in a kennel rather than a home, all this is very new to her. You will have to work really hard to socialize her and understand that it may always be her nature to be fearful. __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref...6213341?ref=nf

03-12-2010, 08:07 PM	#8
Britster Action Jackson ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,815	I think it depends. I found Jackson in a classifieds ad online, she claimed her female dog got pregnant by accident... I honestly don't know if this is true. But there were 2 males left when I got there and both seemed a little scared when being handled by the new people. I know that if I had gotten him from a good breeder, the pups should have been more playful and outgoing. But Jackson was never really timid around us family... the first day we brought him home, he fit himself right in. He slept alot the first 2 days but that's just being a pup I suppose. He's over 1 year old now and does not really willingly let a stranger pet him. He's fine around strangers in a sense that if they just walk by and leave him alone, he could care less, but the minute they go to pet him, he ducks away. Once he meets you 2 or 3 times, he will love you forever. It's just that first initial meeting with a stranger that he's iffy. My aunt for example... Jackson sees her MAYBE once a month, sometimes even longer, but everytime she comes over, he greets her with kisses and jumps on her etc. Sorry this is so winded but I'm just saying he was shy when I first got him, and I think he will remain somewhat reserved for the rest of his life. But I think with great socialization, they can somewhat overcome it. Jackson's getting better because I carry treats with me and if a stranger is in our house, I ask them if they can give him a treat. He's been going up to people by himself and sniffing them now which is something he never did. He even let a few kids pet him and do tricks with him. But I think the basic personality they have as a puppy will stick with them forever. __________________ ~ Brit & Lights! Camera! Jackson! CGC ETD TKP ~ Follow Jackson on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jacksontheterrier

03-12-2010, 08:44 PM	#9
Lilyshuman Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Calgary Posts: 520	Just like people dogs and puppies each have thier own way of adapting to new circumstances. If you have just gotten her she may really make a change in the next month or so, I would say that now that you have her hold on and take the extra time to get to know her.... she may be different than what you thought but may turn out to be just what you and she needs Do you have any pictures? __________________ Nicole:

03-13-2010, 02:13 AM	#10
janetvav Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: iowa usa Posts: 212	Thanks everyone for your input I am trying to get to come around she does pretty good for me and seems to be going to be a mamas girl which is just fine hopefully after time she will get used to the rest of us. I just remember my other two were so playful and energetic when we went to get them I just was hoping she would be the same way but my dh insisted she was coming home with us so we will work real hard with her. Hopefully I can get some pictures of her soon to post not to sure how to do it so I will get my daughter to help me.

03-13-2010, 05:16 AM	#12
Christinee Donating YT Addict Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bellflower, Ca, USA Posts: 2,437	When I first brought Benjamin home he was very nervous and seemed depressed. I though he'd always be that way. It was depressing at first. But now he's the happiest, yappy, energetic most playful thing. Give it time to adapt. I'm sure he'll be fine!

03-13-2010, 06:25 AM	#13
red98vett Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston TX Posts: 33,590 Blog Entries: 1	maybe try to make your home a more 'quiet' place until she adjust - meaning - keep limits on who comes and goes and try to let HER adjust on her terms....we all want to show off puppies but better to let her settle in first in her new surroundings....she's missing all she left behind.....hopefully in a few days she'll start to relax some.....I would feel terrible seeing a little puppy shaking so I know this has to be bothering you.... good luck ! __________________ Villette, Chanel & Cheri www.DesignsByVillette.net Custom Address Labels and Note Cards using YOUR Photos! Just Click HERE!

03-13-2010, 07:09 AM	#14
Mom to Hot Rod Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: MD Posts: 10,908	Your little one is in whole new environment and she has been taken away from all that she's know all of her short little life. I would try and give her a safe little area that she can go to. Have toys or treats for her there so she will associate good things with it. Give her extra cuddles and hugs. She will come around in not time at all. Look at the world from her perspective...everything is strange to her. Good luck. __________________ www.kissecollar.com Soft Cone Collars for Post-surgery and much more! 10% (non-food) - Discount code YT10

03-13-2010, 07:49 AM	#15
timmylish Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: tenerife,spain Posts: 38	I know that this may sound daft but, I think sometimes people forget to do it. Talk to her continuously throughout the day and even when you think she is not paying any attention. Speech is a tremendous therapy to young puppies. Its comforting and makes them feel secure. Although I,ve had dogs all my life (over 60 yrs) Yuriy Ivanovich was my first Yorkie. He is SSSSSSSSSSS00000 different to all my other breeds. He does not want to go walkies. He,d rather just stay indoors with us around, play with his toys etc etc. Now at 10 months he loves people (is scared of other dogs 'cause he does not come into contact with any) and loves to "speak" to them all the time. Although we don,t have kids in the house whenever he comes into contact with kids I try to get them to be calm and reduce noise levels so the young 'un has nothing to be afraid of. Talk, talk and talk yourself silly at times. It will work. Don,t talk to us. talk to her!!!!!!!!! God luck. She will come thru', like all other little 'uns.