lukkiirish, Thank you from the bottom of my heart for responding to my post, you have brought up so many issues that hadnt entered my mind, and it all makes so much sense to me now, I had borrowed a crate from the store I work at and Lily wouldnt go in it, so last week I brought it back and it sold just a few days ago, I will see if I cant borrow one from someone else. I will keep you posted on her progress, once again Thank you for all your input. Christine & Lily

Good suggestions from lukkiirish. Only thing I'd add is when it comes to crate training and rules around the house, try not to treat her with kid gloves but pretend she's a puppy you've just brought home. She may have some issues with the crate at her age so be sure you place all her food, water and treats in it. That will help her learn to trust it.

I wouldn't let her on your bed at the point and would keep another crate next to your bed for her to sleep in. Although, it sounds like she already has a bed in the room since you said she ran to it. If she'll stay in the bed at bedtime and not bother the cats, then leave her in her bed. IMO, the fact that she jumped off the bed and went to her bed after you yelled at her is a good thing. She did something wrong, you corrected her and instead of you placing her in the dog bed she went to it herself. She owed you no forgiveness since you were protecting your cat and she was in the wrong. I think the whole scenario turned out well..........and hopefully you didn't reward her afterward with hugs & kisses. :)

Try to keep routines normal for your cats since the last thing you want to do is create behavioral problems in them.

Thank you ann, you have also been a big help to us, here she is, I forgot to post her picture, she is still getting use to being outside on the grass, so we spend alot of time just standing and taking in all the scents and new sounds, her hair is starting to grow back in since they had to shave her, she was so matted. The first picture with the green grass was 2 weeks ago, the one with brown grass was yesterday, I see a big change in her body language, Do you?

Have you considered the possibility that the behavior she is exhibiting is resource guarding?

I have to agree with the previous posters, she is afraid of everything right now and it will take time for her to adjust to her new life.

I think time will tell if Lily is afraid of your cat jumping on the bed, or if Lily is marking you as her territory. If she's alpha, it's going to be seen quickly.

The best thing for all is that Lily sleep in a crate for now.

I know what you're going through! When we brought home our male bichon puppy, he and our older dog didn't make good bedmates. Lots of sudden snarling at night.

2 alpha dogs on a bed. Not good.

Our older dog passed away and now we have a female rescue lab. The difference is...night and day.

Lot of positive reinforcement is needed for Lily. Buy a treat pouch and keep it stocked at all times. Giving her treats in the presence of your cats may help her associate her good behavior and cats with yummy food.

The positive reinforcement should continue outside with all things new and wonderful.

See! I told you lots of great advise. What a little lovey...she'll be ok, she just needs time to acclimate.

I volunteer for an animal rescue group and crating is a very common issue. We advise that the crate be "dog friendly", i.e. filled with a frozen Kong and/or fed her meals in there so she will associate it with good things. She should be allowed to sniff around it with the door open so she can enter and leave at will. Some dogs like it to be darkened, with a blanket covering it. White noise background may be soothing as well.

Like everyone has said, these are very common adjustment issues and time and patience is needed for her to integrate into your household.