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abused puppy

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Question

Rosie
hi we have recently fostered a puppy called rosie she is dead-set afraid of men. she was previously put in a bag and kicked to make here vicious and didn't work i was wondering if you could help me.

Answer
That is very unfortunate.  Get a man to help you.  Have him avoid eye contact with her, and not let his teeth show in a smile, or put his hand over her head.  Instead, he needs to crouch down and offer her treats.  He needs to keep his voice soft.  It will take time, but eventually she should accept him and other men you have do it.