Trick to stop this behavior: Insert yourself into the conversation & when they give you THAT look, just say you thought everyone was participating since they've made their conversation public.

One would think Stallone could afford a wig that doesn't look exactly like a wig.

Patience is key. I know it's difficult in a world where everything moves so quickly & we've become so used to the pace, but just be there. Move slowly around the dog. Don't push. Lay down on the floor next to the crate & just share space with her. As they say, time heals all wounds.