| Re: Is there any hope for me?
I agree with the advice to give him space. let him warm up to you. be fair, be consistant, honest, be a leader. make him sit to get supper, let him earn his privileges. Many dogs are not real comfortable or happy with the way we humans show affection. earn his respect before expecting affection, and respect him enough to understand how he feels about his space. I have two dogs I adopted as young adults. one a bit of a tough guy who now is a love. but he doesn't like hugs, and I don't sit on the floor with him and he is a wonderful dog. Perhaps you can't afford a trainer right now, but signing up for good obedience classes will do be a huge help in bonding and communication. best of luck. |