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Aww....she's such a lovely looking dog. Sounds like she might have encountered bad experiences with a man/men. Give it time like everyone else suggested, one month is nothing. Ignore the dog for now but I think if you were the one to always do the feeding that would be a first step. Treats in your pockets at all times. Sitting on the floor makes you less threatening but just ignore her. You can bounce a ball , roll a few toys around but don't even make eye contact. The dog will eventually become curious enough to come to you but remain firm and confident, no coddling. Roll the ball gently and if she goes for it let her have it, if she doesn't bring it back that's fine too, she will eventually. You can leave teats around your feet and close to you, she will probably come and sniff and might try one, don't show a reaction, eventually she will take them from your hand. Go along for the walks but let your wife put the leash on her and let her and you the leash. This dog will sense the love you have for her and will come around, just give her time, you'll have a friend for life.
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