My Addie was abused, too. We have gone through a lot of needlessly tramatic situations. She was so petrified of everything. The longer Huney has been with you, the more comfortable she should become.

Addie was petrified of every single movement anyone made, from turning the page of a magazine, to walking past her, to setting down a glass on the table, to water. Even abowl of food was scary. I, of course, wanted to protect her and hug her and make her feel safe, but I knew that making a fuss whenever she was upset, would ingrain the idea of these things being something to be afraid of. I was careful not to be overly-threatening, like carefully turning pages and quietly setting down a glass when she was nearby. By being exposed to normal activities, but not forced into anything, Addie learned that these things were normal and that no one was going to hurt her. Whenever, she was scared, I was calm. Seeing me calm and non-responsive helped her to relax.

Huney is still very new to your family, and I'm sure she is still figuring you all out, as you are with her. I'm sure she doesn't realize that the water doesn't hurt. Maybe for now, you should put her inside by the window. Someone can sit by her, as she watches the water happenings from a "safe" location. If she wants to run and hide, within the house, that she be her decision. In a few weeks, if she is ready and realizes the other dogs are not being hurt, bring her outside on a leash and far away from the activity.

As far as approaching Huney, I would try getting down on your knees and calling her to you. Your "decreased size" will be less threatening, plus she won't feel you are lunging towards her.

Huney will adjust with lots of patience and time. Never force her to do anything, unless she has to (like gong to the vet). When she is scared, be calm, but firm. Do not hug her and make a fuss, when she is scared. It may sound cruel, but the cuddling actually re-enforces the fear. She will learn by your example.

You have a real sweety there . I'm sure she loves and trusts you more than anyone else she has ever come across. It just takes time to heal. If her behavior does not improve, and you are worried, take her to a doggy behaviorist. There is always someone out there to help.