Fostering a rescue dog takes a special kind of person. Someone who is willing to open up their heart and home to a dog in need is no easy task! If you’re new to fostering and wondering how you can comfort a shut-down rescue dog, keep these tips in mind.

Give Them Their Own Space

Don’t Over-handle Them

We have the tendency to rush in and want to comfort the dog the way we would want to be comforted – with lots of petting and cuddling. But this can be overwhelming and scary for your foster dog. You have to keep https://www.ttaindia.com/ in mind that they’ve gone through some recent traumatic events (living on the streets, losing their family, staying in the shelter, etc) so give them some time to warm up. Don’t pressure them, and let them come to you on their own time. I promise the wait will be worth it.

Talk kindly and warmly to them

Be Consistent

Give them tasty treats