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why se sleeps so much and how to get her more of family dog
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we have rehomed a 5 yr toy poople she seems yery tired all the time she eats quite well lots veg dryed dog food hates the cold had her 5 months now and just wants my husband no one else or she growls
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Sorry but I am not seeing a question here.  What is it you are trying to ask?

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At this point in time she is probably depressed.  Give her a chance to adjust.  She has been in another home for 5 years and is probably really missing her old family.  It will take time.  Could take up to a month or more for her to feel like part of the family.  Just spend some time with her and make her feel at home.  If you force the issue with her then she wont feel comfortable.  Go slow.  Be gentle.  Bribe her with treats.  When she starts to perk up a bit go for a quiet walk together.  Basically GO SLOW!  Give her some time to greive.  This is probably very scary for her.