I have a darling little rescued doggy, now nearly 12 years old, yes she went through a traumatic childhood and needed a lot of TLC and extra patience and care but was it worth it, you bet. She is the best companion I have ever had and turned out to be wonderful with children of all ages but has a few doggies she just does not like, I don't what it is about them but she just will not tolerate them. Fortunately they are just a couple as in general she is the most wonderful companion and loving doggie but like most animals/people who have been abused just need a bit more care and TLC, do please try a bit longer to give her that as I wouldn't like to think where she will end up if you give up on her