david55 Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 I brought Annie home yesterday, she would step up yesterday, but today she won't. I say step up, but she puts her head down and lets me rub her neck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 Awww....how cute. She loves you. Give her time, she is trying to figure you and all her surroundings out. B) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seankly Posted November 8, 2008 Share Posted November 8, 2008 Be careful that you are not rewarding her by scratching her neck when she doesnt step up. :unsure: She might start thinking you saying 'step up' means: 'put your head down and i'll scratch it'! :blink: Lift her foot onto your hand and gently lift her up till she has fully stepped onto you whilst saying step up. Give her lots of praise and maybe a treat until she starts stepping up willingly again. Give her good reason to step onto you, treats are always a good way to start. Eventually you will be able to offer your hand and she'll step on...well thats the plan anyway! Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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