My new dog is stressed, scared, and won't walk. How can I help?

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My new chorkie I have had her 4 days now she act scared and odd she stand and star sleeps alot not very active , thinking the move to new owners got her stressed may be what can i do help her feel safe and get her up and moving she dk how walk on Leash at all she won't move. She has play at tomes but not more 10 mins . Idk what to do she shakes at times like she scared. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 4 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Congratulations on your new dog Hazel. New situations can be very stressful and it sounds like she may have not had a lot of training or exposure in her previous home. Find treats that she really seems to like. You may need to experiment around with different ones. Once you find the treats, reward her for approaching you with a treat. Reward her for sitting next to you or any other healthy activity that involves her being interested in you. This will quickly form a positive association. You will not always need to reward this behavior but for right now, it’s important. To train her to use a leash, hook it to her collar and allow her to drag it around. She will eventually move and get use to the weight. Then start to pick up the leash and slowly follow her as well as encourage her to walk with you. The key is to use high value treats, talk softly, keep things positive and be patient. I hope this is helpful and please feel free to post any additional questions.

My new dog is stressed, scared, and won't walk. How can I help?

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