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Originally Posted by Michael Romanos
I'm still adamant that socialisation as I had prescribed is an excellent approach for such a young dog until one learns otherwise after reviewing the situation a few weeks on.
If Sadie is closer to one year of age then she can also be going through another period of fear/flight in her development. As we don't know how long Nancy has had her either, I am more comfortable to advise on the side of caution. I would really hate to see her pushed to a point of discomfort, feel trapped, and react with a fear bite. The local kennel club and/or dog training club would be a good starting place for her to get assistance.
>I'm certain that there is no dog breed that accepts as normal a shy dog in >their particular breed standard.
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Agreed, but that does not mean that shy dogs do not exist. I have encountered plenty of soft tempered, skittish, shy Cardigans to know that is unfortunately far too common in the breed here in the States. With some of the ones I have met (and they have come from reputable breeders) pushing them in the manner described would end up with a biting situation.
Debbie