Janet Boss said in
rec.pets.dogs.behavior:

While GR rescue has taken dogs who
have lived in similar situations, they seem to have an
amazing ability to withstand it and connect with people.

I'm amazed at the resilience of many of the rescue dogs I deal
with. Most come from the Morley reservation (as did Friday).
Generally, these dogs love women but are distrustful of men.
One dog took a day to bring into my house; to Petey, a man at
the door meant dogs are not allowed. I ended up leaving a trail
of food and hiding.

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--Matt. Rocky's a Dog.