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10-25-2008, 06:18 AM | #1 |
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| Disipline: For Agressive Pup First of all, let me say, I got my pup at 9 weeks old approx. Too young I know, but the breeder said that he was getting picked on a lot by even his mother. ( Now I see why..haha) Marley is a DREAM. I love him too much already even though it bothers me that he torments my 13 year old. OK.....to the issue this MINUTE> I was giving Marley a bath yesterday and when I tried to wash around his face/muzzle he turne around and bit me. Now this is not a playful bite. He was irritated/po'd or whatever and bit me. Now it was not a killer attack or anything.. ( imaginging that ) but he did it twice. I sternly told him NO.. got eye to eye with him and I smacked his muzzle a bit. Now I KNOW I don't want to be too over the top with my discipline but I also want to get across the point that this is not acceptable behavior. After twice, I washed his muzzle and he allowed it, so maybe I did right?? Another thing with Marley is I notice he is much more aggressive than any of my last three. Course they all have been girls, but none of them have EVER turned around and bit me. Sometimes when I tell Marley ..NO! and I have my index finger up, he will just charge the finger in an aggressive manner. I'm not sure if this is just male behavior and something he will grow out of..or what? It concerns me a bit at this point as I do not want a dog you cannot trust with grandchildren or any young child or other animals. I could be borrowing trouble at this point because he will not be 4 months old until Nov 18, and this all could be transitory issues. I have had three yorkies in my life and now I'm down to my last of the three ( corkie) and now Marley, so I've had a bit of experience, but this is nothing I've encountered before. Also, when I tell him NO..for attacking corkie ( playing..he just wants to play so bad with her) he will NOT let up. I end up taking him or her out of the picture because he does NOT stop. Again I'll sharply tell him no and raise my finger...and he just attackes the finger for a moment, then back to Corkie. My NO's in this area, are not making much of an impact. Any suggestions or history with this, would be much appreciated. He is such a funny little character, so I don't want to be TOO harsh with him....but geesh...............LOL Here is the innocent little Angel
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10-25-2008, 08:09 AM | #2 |
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| Biting behavior I got my male Yorkie at 8 weeks of age because the breeder said he was ready to go, and she was right. He was an only child and is a biter. He is now 20 wks. old and is getting better. I feel he is on the aggressive side because he is a male and we play with his a lot, which he loves, but I feel that possibly it has made him more aggressive. When he is old enough I intend to get him fixed, which I am sure will help his behavior. He has more energy than any 10 dogs. He is getting better in the grooming dept. He was terrible at first. He learns very quickly, but does not like to be disciplined, and lets us know in no uncertain terms. I think, this too, will get better with age. Good luck with your puppy. Eventually, he will become the dog you want and know he can be. |
10-25-2008, 08:11 AM | #3 | |
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And when I tell her "NO!" she agressively barks at me
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10-25-2008, 08:15 AM | #4 |
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| biting I forgot to add to my answer that any dog will bite out of fear of the unknown. Once they realize that what you are doing to them does not hurt, they accept it. My Zekie was terrible about getting his face washed until I started giving him a goodie immediately after doing it, even if I did not get it done to my satisfaction. Now he is fine with it and expects his goodie immediately after. |
10-25-2008, 12:37 PM | #5 |
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| The main reason that your little ones bark or growl at you is that they feel that THEY are the pack leader. You need to set up boundries and limitations with them so that they start to respect YOU....Someone mentioned getting a can filled with some coins and shake it every time that they are acting naughty...the sound startles them and helps them to understand that the behavior is unacceptable. Not sure if you've watched the Dog whisperer...but he's awesome and very good at showing people how to take control of their pack..instead of letting the pack control them. Good luck!
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10-25-2008, 12:39 PM | #6 |
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| I completely forgot one other thing...one of the best ways to establish yourself as pack leader is by walking your yorkie! Even though they are small...they can still benefit from a short walk.....when you walk them and make them stay by your side.....then YOU are leading them....it helps to teach them that they are to follow you...not LEAD you. If they pull...just lightly tug on the leash and keep them at your side. IT really helped my sister with 2 of her dominant dogs!!! Good luck!
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10-25-2008, 01:04 PM | #7 |
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| Thanks for the good suggestions and responses! I do walk Marley but he's just getting used to having a halter on and just getting him to walk and not sit and scratch at it is coming along. I will try to get him to FOLLOW me more as he gets used to this. Yes I LOVE the Dog Whisperer and watch him regularly. My season series of DVD's has mysteriously dissappeared...LOL I wanted to watch them all again. I love that show. I think the coin can might be helpful also. He definately feels he is the Pack Leader. Although I'm not shy and retiring and pretty much have not had any issues with behavior ( other than the potty training..groans) I've never had one challenge me so. I think the treat thing is a good idea as well. I will use all these ideas as we go along. It just helps knowing you all have experiences this and I don't have a "Cujo" on my hands..hahaha I really know he is not...but sometimes his biting is so owwieeee........ But that is really when he is playing. I do Love him so much already........ Thanks ladies
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10-25-2008, 01:26 PM | #8 |
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| Unfortunately, as your puppy missed learning bite inhibition by being taken away from his mom and siblings too early. I suspect you let him get away with play biting so he's now moved on to the real thing. I'd suggest trying the Nothing in Life is Free training program. You need to establish yourself as the boss without hitting him. (A smack in the face will only make him more aggressive). Nothing in Life is Free Gaining control of your dog humanely Basic Training Techniques | The Humane Society of the United States If this doesn't work, you need to consult a behaviorist. Biting is very serious and can lead to lawsuits or euthanasia. It should be taken very seriously. |
10-25-2008, 03:13 PM | #9 |
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| Thanks for the link. I do agree that aggressive biting needs to be dealt with seriously before it becomes out of hand. I will read the links you provided and did scan them before replying. Marley is just barely over 3months, so I'm aware as well that a lot of his behavior is puppy behavior. I agree that hitting any dog is no way to correct. I've never 'hit' any of my pups. I did give him a smack.... if you get my drift on the difference. It's very hard to 'Walk Away" from bad behavior when he is in the kitchen sink getting a bath:-) I appreciate you taking the time to respond
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10-25-2008, 03:35 PM | #10 |
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| Sorry to hear about your troubles. Be encouraged. The "Dog Whisperer" is now on Animal Planet (if you get cable) as is "It's me or the Dog". The episodes are so inspiring. Welcome to Cesar Millan's Official Web Site Official Victoria Stilwell Website - author & host of 'It's Me or the Dog'
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10-25-2008, 03:51 PM | #11 | |
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Thanks BonnieLynn I did not know Cesar had a website but I should of known it! Thanks:-)
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10-25-2008, 05:33 PM | #12 |
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| Gosh, thirteen weeks is very young to be exhibiting aggressive behavior. You're sure that it what it is, not puppy biting? You might want to consult a behaviorist and have him evaluated, especially if you have grandchildren. You need to gate him or somehow keep him separated from your thirteen year old. Telling him "no" won't work. It's not fair that poor Corky have to put up with a puppy. My Lady is thirteen and I cannot imagine how stressful it would be to have a puppy after her all the time. |
10-25-2008, 05:48 PM | #13 |
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| hello...I got my yorkie baby EXTREMELY early at 8 weeks old. ( I didnt know any better at the time) Anyway, I also have a Westie almost 4 years old and my yorkie just runs all over him! She is relentless and he is so too tolerant of her so I occasionally have to step in. What I do is get on the floor beside my westie and give my yorkie a low growl (like Mama would have done)and this helps a lot! She gets the message immediately and my westie gets a well deserved break. Also, if she bites me too hard even tho playing then i just give a high pitched yelp and she stops immediately. I find this a pain free discipline and it works for me. Hope this helps! |
10-26-2008, 06:12 AM | #14 |
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| LadyMom, I agree with you that Corkie does not deserve the constant playing, tugging and biting. I do indeed separate them because I love her endlessly too. I will say, I started to use the coin in the can technique and in one day he has greatly improved. Now when I take them to potty or coming in, where he normally is all over her, he is kissing her and not biting and when he starts, I am saying NO firmly and I shake the can. He is so not bothered by the can......LOL but he does stop and look and seems to be getting the idea that attacking ( playing ) with Corkie is a no no... He does not have a mean aggressive behavior except that one incident in the bath a couple days ago and I did resolve that. I will not accept that kind of behavior and will nip it in the bud. He is learning. And yes.. you are right..he is exhibiting puppy behavior which is fun, good and a treat to a degree, but I do want him to quit when I say quit........ which he is indeed learning! I appreciate your response and taking the time to share your knowledge.
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