Advice needed, shy dog

[borzoimom]

I agree completely about the last fear stage. I am concerned she is nervous at the groomers. Is this also a vets office? Dogs can smell the fear from other dogs ( this musk is pasted in the form of a gas if you catch my drift..)
However- if the dog is being roughly handled at the groomers, that would explain that one too. If it were me, I would hang out one time at the groomers. Or pop in unannounced..
The fact she is trying to play with other dogs once in a while is a good sign. The other post said alot of what I would have, but it sounds like to me she is just young. Do not overly reassure her when she is scared as actually you are praising her for being scared.

[ridgebackpitmix]

The above posts are true. Your dog will gain confindence from you, it's hard to do yes. But just remember not to treat, or coddle anger or fear. And you must stay even with your mood. Your dog will see that you lead, and they will follow, and the rest will fall into place.