Tarra is depressed

[Sheltie.Mama]

Just yesterday I got a lovely little Sheltie puppy baked, Shay. My current Sheltie (Tarra) has been acting very down lately. She won't even accept my food! I keep trying to pet her, and spend time with her too, but she is very depressed. Will she get used to the puppy after a while? I hate to see my little girl so upset. She is usually so happy, and loving.. Now I can barely get her tail to wag.How can I make her feel better? Will she ever be the same?

 

[corbinam]

Well, there will definitely be an adjustment period any time you introduce a big change.

I would take this time to make sure Tarra knows how much you love her. Spend some one on one time with her (with Shay at home) doing whatever Tarra loves--whether it's taking a walk, or going for a ride, or doing some training. Maybe it's just cuddling on the couch. Do those things when Shay is napping or in her crate. It's important that Tarra know she isn't being replaced.

 

[Mom2Melli]

She will adapt. Everybody goes through changes when a new baby comes home. The little one will win her over. Don't worry.