OK, my neighbors left town for a couple weeks and I volunteered to watch their dog. My German Shepherd died in the fall and this was in part favor and in part test to see if I was up to another dog yet. He's a Minature Australian Shepherd (Aussie). (not Aussiepunkshocker or Goldcoastgirl, though they're welcome anytime) Usually dogs and small children react very well to me. It's all the charm I have. I've had German Shepherds, Huskies, and assorted mongrels, but this is my first time with an Aussie. He's perfectly quiet all night. Then, if I get him out in the morning, he finds a remote spot in the yard and doesn't move for hours. ( He's only about 2 years old (American, I'm not sure what he is in Australian years) )Today, he hasn't left the crate in my bedroom for about 7 hours, except to eat and head back in. I'm not used to such a withdrawn dog. Cat, maybe, but not dog. I know they tend to attach to their people, and distrust strangers, but I'm a little worried. Thoughts? Anyone? Anyone?



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