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07-15-2005, 05:09 PM | #1 |
Stewie Rox the Sox Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Chicago
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| I Am REALLY at My Wit's End. Stewie does not have any manners. Maybe its me being a horrible teacher, but he just PEED in my hallway, then proceeded to step in it and walk over to me and get me wet with pee. He jumped on my lap just to use me as a stepping stool and JUMPED on the coffee table to get to a dish that I had sitting there. He bites me when I'm on the phone because he's jealous I think, he NEVER EVER (not even once) comes when I call him. He runs from me full speed. He won't let me pick him up no matter what. I have to catch him first. He can care less about me. He's not sweet and affectionate anymore. He is exactly like an angry old man. All he wants to do is bite me and manipulate me for food and treats. I wish I were kidding, but I'm 100% not. I can hardly take it anymore. :'( I need help.
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07-15-2005, 05:14 PM | #2 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Gilbert, Arizona
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| Hang in there Kristy...I think we all have days like your having. How old is he? Teddy is almost 7 months and I almost feel as though I have a toddler going through the terrible 2's in the house. Just when I don't think I can get any madder he will turn around and do something totally cute that makes me remember why and how much I love him.
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07-15-2005, 05:17 PM | #3 |
Stewie Rox the Sox Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Chicago
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| Stewie is almost NINE months old.
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07-15-2005, 05:18 PM | #4 |
YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: California
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| lol......... that reminds me of toby when he was younger(except for the holding thing..... toby has always loved to be held)...... he grew out of it though , he is really good at come now and will give me his toy if i hold up one finger (like im counting to three with a toddler....lol) i have foudn him on the coffee table eating leftovers from my fiance too, he still tries this but he is sneakier about it now....... its just a phase, he will get better (this was the stage when i really asked myself what i got into) |
07-15-2005, 05:18 PM | #5 |
YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: California
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| GEEZE! 9 MONTHS!!!!!, i was imagining a 4 month old!!!!! |
07-15-2005, 05:22 PM | #6 |
Stewie Rox the Sox Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Chicago
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| Yep. Its really embarassing. I try and try and he doesn't get it.
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07-15-2005, 05:23 PM | #7 |
Stewie Rox the Sox Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Chicago
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| I wanna add that he is like 90% potty trained, but in the last week he peed in front of me on the carpet 4 times.
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07-15-2005, 05:27 PM | #8 |
YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: California
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| maybe he is a late bloomer???? toby went through the rebellious stage around 5 or 6 months and did that peeing in front of me thing...... thank gawd he is 100 % trained now or i would be at my wits end too |
07-15-2005, 05:43 PM | #9 |
Proud of my Sully! Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: beautiful CHARLESTON, S.C.
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| I agree I'd be frustrated too.....but there IS hope. I know there is. And in my perhaps limited experience with dog-training, I have learned some important lessons. So, IMO.... Yorkies are among the smartest of breeds. DO NOT underestimate him. He KNOWS right from wrong and manners, etc....well, perhaps he does not know yet but he has a complete ability to learn. Some things he does know and does not obey....you must make it clear to him. Dogs LIVE for our approval. Not just anyone's but their 1 person's approval mostly....Stewie's #1 person, is you. How much praise do you give him when he does something right? And on the flip side, how do you express your discontent with him when he behaves in a way that displeases you? Making a clear, consistent contrast should better drive the message home to him and help him understand what you want from him. My personal experience with Sully is this: When he does not come when called, I march over to where he is point my finger straight at him and say "bad, bad dog!" in a mean voice. Then, I walk back over to where I was standing and call him again to come, which he does. And when he does, I give him lots of praise, tell him good dog, and pet his head. Now I don't know what a professional would tell you about my advice....and the're free to critique my methods b/c it's a learning process for me......but for me, this has worked and Sully is a very, very well behaved dog (most of the time) and we haven't had an accident in the house in over 3 months!
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07-15-2005, 05:59 PM | #10 |
Love my Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: New Port Richey, Florida
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| Don't feel bad, Bell at this moment is walking away the house like a crazy woman. We out went out to get a bite to eat, because the power went out. We were gone for a little over an hour. We came home to poop in my bathroom! (at least she got the right room) She ate about 5 of my mothers candies ( I found the wrappers) and believe me she never listens unless you have treats.. And Bell is 2 1/2 years old. I keep saying its hormones (because of her puppies) but I don't think I can keep blaming it on that. SHe just has a bad streak!! that comes out every few weeks. I keep asking my mother to put her candy up high, but she doesn't listen either!!
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07-15-2005, 06:24 PM | #11 |
YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Eastern PA
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| Reconsmomma posted an excellent training site thread with a link to K9deb.com. start there. You are going to have to put a lot of effort into turning the situation around, but will be rewarded with a good companion, instead of a cute little terror. |
07-16-2005, 06:36 AM | #12 |
YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Liberty Center Ohio
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| Wow Looks like you have your hands full.Puppy ADHD .I dont have any advice my Neo never acted this way and he is 1 1/2 years old.But i would like to say that i am sorry to here that your fur baby doesn't snuggle with you.That is the greatest feeling(puppy love)I hope things get better for you as he gets older. HEATHER |
07-16-2005, 06:40 AM | #13 |
Donating YT 14K Club Member | Kristy, have you tried puppy time out? When Stewie does something bad, you should crate him for a bit. I did that with Gracie when she messed on the floor. I took her back to the spot, pointed at the spot said, BAD! and then I pointed at her and said, BAD GIRL! Put her in time out. It's been a while since she's had an accident.
__________________ As always...JMO (Just My Opinion) Kimberley |
07-16-2005, 06:44 AM | #14 |
My Little Magwad Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Texas
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| Have you considered enrolling him in school. I have heard the "Man's Best Friend" is a great school.
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07-16-2005, 08:13 AM | #15 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chicago Suburbs
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| You need a trainer. Not necessarily one on one, but we've had Loki in obedience class for 3 months now and he's 8 months old now. He is really on his way to being a very well trained dog. I know my trainer would have the answer to each one of the problems you listed, but I'm sure you are too far away for a once-a-week session out by me (it's in Elburn). Please don't give up - there must be a trainer near you that does positive reinforcement training. I have seen dogs go from complete terrors to quite pleasant in just a few months, if you work with them daily. The basics are to reward good behavior, ignore bad behavior (do not chase him, if you need to because he steals important stuff then keep a leash on him), and use time-outs before you get mad. If he doesnt want to do what you want him to do then he can do whatever he wants by himself in his cage - he just isn't allowed to hang out with you. Also, don't give him anything for free - especially attention. If he bites you, put him in time out. There is SO much more to it and I'm 100% sure you would benefit from having him in obedience class. Good luck! |
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