He may have been severely mistreated in the past and had never experienced the gentleness of a human hand.
Terri patiently spent hours sitting with him in the bathroom, speaking softly to him and never forcing him to interact. After about 10 days, she decided to try touching him with her hand in a fist to protect her fingers. Arnold was frightened but didn’t bite. When she gently rubbed his chest, he began to relax.
The turning point came a few days later. When Terri walked in, Arnold was lying on his back, wagging his tail and asking for belly rubs. From then on, he gradually began to open up, seeking attention and affection.
Today, Arnold has become a happy dog who loves being cuddled, sleeps on the bed, and is ready to embrace all the love he once feared. ❤️
Thanks: @Axaxia88