We adopted two girls from the RSPCA three weeks ago. We knew that they were both very nervous due to their poor start in life. One is starting to come out of her shell a little and will come to us a couple of times a day for petting and attention. The other one is still very scared and spends all day every day behind the sofa or a chair.
She comes out for food and water and to use the tray and most nights will sit in the living room doorway just watching us - although if we make any movement towards her she runs away. I just wondered if anyone had any advice? Are we doing the right thing by just leaving her to come out in her own time? According to staff at the RSPCA she quite liked to be picked up in a towel and held close to the body for 15/20 minutes. Should we be thinking about being more proactive or continue to leave her to settle at her own pace?
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lurkedtoolong · 22/06/2013 19:47
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