Did her previous owner subject her to maltreatment?

The poodle whimpered, and as Rosalynn probed the injuries, she shivered, perhaps in response to Rosalynn's unintentional touch.

In a burst of apparent frustration, she even nipped at her finger with tiny teeth, a gesture of her distress.

Reassuringly, Rosalynn murmured, “Fear not. I won't bring you harm."

Quickly, Rosalynn gently caressed the poodle's head, conveying comfort and goodwill.