It will probably take her a couple of weeks to get used to you...
maybe even a little longer considering her former situation. When
she does start to come around, try putting a leash on her, but just
let her drag it around behind her to get used to the idea of it
being hooked to her. You also said she's not potty trained yet. Make
sure you don't scold her for any accidents she has for awhile. That
will totally interfere with the trust issue. You can work on that a
little later. If she continues to pick at her food, try mixing a
little canned food with the dry kibble. Maybe that will stimulate
her appetite. I think it's awesome that you've adopted this little
girl and wish you lots of luck! She'll eventually come around and be
your best friend. ~Lacey
In Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com, "mycountrycottage2004"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> Thank you for the encouraging words. I would love to take her for
a
> walk, but she does not know how to walk on a leash as she has
never
> been leash trained. When the foster mom had her for six months
after
> rescuing her from the puppy mill and was looking for just the
right
> adoptive home, she would just let her go outside and play in her
> fenced in back yard. Also, she is not house trained. Sooooo, at
this
> early stage I'm just not sure what to do. Also, since Sunday she
has
> only eaten a few (may 10) kibbles. I am being very patient and
> sitting calmy on the floor with toys and treats. She will just
take a
> treat out of my hand but not come closer than needed.
>
> On a good note, I noticed that if I walk outside to get something
she
> is standing relately close to the door when I return. She will
also
> sometimes follow me into the room in my house where I work and
> lay/sleep on a blanket about five feet from me.
>
> Thanks again for your supportive words.
>
> Kim
>
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