We got Bruce from a breeder when he was six months old. Apparently he had very little contact with humans in this time and today, over one month later, he still is scared of anything outside the house and back yard. He spooks at the sound of a car, the wind, loud voices, or any fast moves. He only goes in and out one particular door of the house. He is unwilling to move when he is spooked, which makes a trip to the vet for vaccincations very difficult. At now 80lbs we have to carry him if we need him to move. He is in a very loving home with tons of hugs and positive reinfocement and treats. He gets along great with the kids and our second dog, a German Shephard and comes to us to lay his head on our laps. We try to socialize him by taking him to "low key" family gatherings or on walks, but frankly having to carry him back to the car to go home is major labor. We need help in socializing him and making him more confident in dealing with the world that lies outside the house!
2006-11-09
14:05:33
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Susanne T
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