Hello,
I just adopted a 4 month old lab/aussie shepherd mix. She is very sweet and was interested in everyone and everything the day we got her, but as the days have passed she has become increasing scared and shy around people and different situations. She now barks and backs away when new people come in the house, and when I walk her she will freeze and refuse to take treats or listen to me when she sees another dog or person. I don't know what kind of situation she came out of, but I'm hoping there is something I can do to help eradicate this fear before she gets much older. I don't understand why it seems to be getting worse. Has anyone experienced this? How can I help her?
I just adopted a 4 month old lab/aussie shepherd mix. She is very sweet and was interested in everyone and everything the day we got her, but as the days have passed she has become increasing scared and shy around people and different situations. She now barks and backs away when new people come in the house, and when I walk her she will freeze and refuse to take treats or listen to me when she sees another dog or person. I don't know what kind of situation she came out of, but I'm hoping there is something I can do to help eradicate this fear before she gets much older. I don't understand why it seems to be getting worse. Has anyone experienced this? How can I help her?