GeorgeofNE Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 Sounds like perhaps you adopted from the group I did. I was told to basically keep him crated most of the time, and pretty much ignore him. Both of us were TOTALLY miserable with that arrangement. When I started to do what my good sense told me to do, we were both MUCH happier. I suggest that you have an honest conversation with whoever told you to withhold affection and they can perhaps guide you. Quote Susan, Hamish, Mister Bigglesworth and Nikita Stanislav. Missing Ming, George, and Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Feisty49 Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 I can't imagine withholding affection, which comes in many forms, if the dog is willing to accept it. Affection can be touching, petting, brushing, and plain ole' talking to her, telling her how beautiful and wonderful she is, in whatever voice suits you. Advice varies from group to group and person to person. Who is right? IMO, you need to follow your gut feeling and use your common sense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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