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<Mylas Mom · 06-16-2006, 12:23 PM

Myla is 7 months and I really do love her. BUT I can't keep her.I try to train her but it is not working. It had gotten to the point where my mother keeps he Monday thru Friday which is fine she behaves with my mother sometimes. Friday night when she is back with me it is a different story. I have a three year old son who does not keep still I know that this aggravates her (Myla) and gets her excited and she snaps at him at tries to bite his feet. I feel Myla needs a mom or dad that can pamper her she is not really a family dog. What should I do?

Tiger's Mom · 06-16-2006, 12:28 PM

perhaps your mom will agree to keep her on a long term basis until your baby is a bit older . . .or I guess give her to someone who has more free time to attend to her . . . but if you decide on the latter, make sure you chose well and wisely as it is not good for her to keep moving around . . .maybe a YT member will want her . . . everyone here are totally passionate about their furbabies

doggrooming · 06-16-2006, 01:07 PM

I am so sorry that you are having this problem. You can't go wrong if you do what is best for both of them. Good luck.

mikey · 06-16-2006, 01:11 PM

i'll take myla if you cant find anyone closer.

Mitzis Mom · 06-16-2006, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by mikey

i'll take myla if you cant find anyone closer.

Ahhhh... Ha! Mikey on another rescue mission! Way to go, Son h.c. !!!

Peters · 06-16-2006, 02:34 PM

i have a yorkie who is almost one and a daughter who is 3 the play together and get along but i don't leave them unattended to prevent any injuries to either of them . you could use baby gates to keep them apart.maybe the dog is confused from going back and forth! they have tons of energy and take patience & persistance to train.maybe you could find her a new home or spend more time trying to train her?!

Peters · 06-16-2006, 02:43 PM

http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/5...17193xl.th.jpg
my punkin savanah n princess yorkie
when/if you try to find her a home make sure it's someone to love her as a pet not a breeder or puppy mill to exploit her . maybe you could buy a book about yorkies for tips help on training or research online?!

Surfie and Tiki · 06-16-2006, 02:45 PM

Good job Peters, 100 posts!

Peters · 06-16-2006, 02:46 PM

yay thanks ...lol i have no life i'm on & offline all the time!

Kerri · 06-16-2006, 02:49 PM

Sorry to hear that you are faced with such a decision. You have to do what is right for your child and your dog. I am kind of in the same situation. I have a 7 month old male yorkie, Jake, (in my avatar) and he does not like my five year old son whatsoever. My son can't even touch him without him snapping at him. I also have a 7 year old female yorkie and she does not care for Jake at all. He is only trying to play but she isn't the playing type.

As of yesterday, I asked my sister who adores Jake if she would like to take him and give him the sole attention he desires. She is going to be keeping him while we are on vacation in a few weeks and she says she will decide after that. He is a good dog but just doesn't like my son. He has even bitten him in the face and left a mark. I know he is just a puppy but he was angry when he done that. I love Jake with all my heart (he is sitting in my lap now as I type) but it isn't fair for him to be scolded (constantly saying NO) when he needs love and attention. Jake loves other kids when they come over. I am still hoping he will grow out of it but he tends to get worse with my child. He is now neutered and I thought he would calm down some.

I Hope everything goes well with you in the long run. I cry everyday when I think about Jake leaving but I know my sister will give him all the love and attention every dog deserves. If she doesn't take him, I don't know what I will do. I want her to have him so he will still be in our family and I can see him as much as I like.

jenbermu · 06-16-2006, 03:35 PM

if you train your yorkie and ensure and your child understands that he/she as to respect the yorkies space, then theres no reason why your child and your
pup shouldnt get along, and will most likely love to play together. Remember
just as your dog must be taught how to play gently wth children, your child
should be taught to play gently with your dog...
Generally it is not a good idea to leave children alone wth the yorkie, as it wont take long for the yorkie to snap at the child should it feel threatened
or become startled. Not only that, but you wont want to take the chance of
your pup becoming injured by accident should your child play too roughly.

Well thats from a book i both and read...This book is really good...
but i think your problem is that he/she spends most of his time
at your mom's and less time at your home & Family (child) i think
well know that the more time they spend together the more they
both will learn to respect there space just like this book say's...I have a
1 1/2 year old nephew that comes really often to my house...My
malt/poo 1 1/2 were raised together and my dog will protected him
from anything or anybody that come to close to him...It's kinda
like a bond they build together although at time my nephew can be
kinda rough with him he wont snap..Snuggles just gets up and leave the room...

Kerri · 06-16-2006, 03:45 PM

Jake at 7 months is already nine pounds. He is a rough little monster himself. He came from a breeder that had small kids (at least 4) and I wonder if the kids didn't "rough house" the puppies when they were small. Actually, I seen it with my own eyes when I picked Jake up to bring him home. Jake has been agressive since at least day 2 when he got here. It was like he was used to being like that. Like I said, he is a good dog but on the aggressive side majorly.

liltrist · 06-16-2006, 05:28 PM

Myla's mom - I definately sympathize with you. We had to find our Old English Sheepdog a new home about 2 months ago and it broke my heart. He was a good boy (only 1 year), but dominant and my 6 year old would never be firm no matter what we did. Well, it only took one time with me running upstairs to get something and leaving him alone in the kitchen. He bit my son in the face which resulted in stitches. It would be impossible to try to keep the child and the dog always separated because that wouldn't really be fair to anyone. We went through a rescue org. to find him a new home and he's doing great now! Sorry, I'm babbling - but that's actually how we ended up with our little Tristan. My breeder felt so horrible about what happened she wanted us to have Tristan. (What a combination, she breeds Yorkies and Sheepies!!) Good luck with whatever your decision is!
Karen

ticker2 · 10-19-2009, 11:02 AM

I have a 12 year old and we put out papers but it is still hit or miss. I met someone who had a 17 year old and she said her solution was to buy new rugs!

Mardelin · 10-19-2009, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ticker2

I have a 12 year old and we put out papers but it is still hit or miss. I met someone who had a 17 year old and she said her solution was to buy new rugs!

This is an old thread......

06-16-2006, 12:23 PM	#1
<Mylas Mom YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New York Posts: 4	I need advice... Myla is 7 months and I really do love her. BUT I can't keep her.I try to train her but it is not working. It had gotten to the point where my mother keeps he Monday thru Friday which is fine she behaves with my mother sometimes. Friday night when she is back with me it is a different story. I have a three year old son who does not keep still I know that this aggravates her (Myla) and gets her excited and she snaps at him at tries to bite his feet. I feel Myla needs a mom or dad that can pamper her she is not really a family dog. What should I do? __________________ [COLOR=Navy]MYLA MOM[/COLOR][/I] :

06-16-2006, 01:07 PM	#3
doggrooming YT Addict Join Date: May 2006 Location: foss, ok Posts: 321	I am so sorry that you are having this problem. You can't go wrong if you do what is best for both of them. Good luck. __________________ Bumblebees Mommy

06-16-2006, 02:45 PM	#8
Surfie and Tiki My little Beach Bums Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Southern CA Posts: 1,218	Good job Peters, 100 posts! __________________ Janell, Surfie, Tiki, and Kona

06-16-2006, 02:49 PM	#10
Kerri Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: NC Posts: 121	Same Situation Here Sorry to hear that you are faced with such a decision. You have to do what is right for your child and your dog. I am kind of in the same situation. I have a 7 month old male yorkie, Jake, (in my avatar) and he does not like my five year old son whatsoever. My son can't even touch him without him snapping at him. I also have a 7 year old female yorkie and she does not care for Jake at all. He is only trying to play but she isn't the playing type. As of yesterday, I asked my sister who adores Jake if she would like to take him and give him the sole attention he desires. She is going to be keeping him while we are on vacation in a few weeks and she says she will decide after that. He is a good dog but just doesn't like my son. He has even bitten him in the face and left a mark. I know he is just a puppy but he was angry when he done that. I love Jake with all my heart (he is sitting in my lap now as I type) but it isn't fair for him to be scolded (constantly saying NO) when he needs love and attention. Jake loves other kids when they come over. I am still hoping he will grow out of it but he tends to get worse with my child. He is now neutered and I thought he would calm down some. I Hope everything goes well with you in the long run. I cry everyday when I think about Jake leaving but I know my sister will give him all the love and attention every dog deserves. If she doesn't take him, I don't know what I will do. I want her to have him so he will still be in our family and I can see him as much as I like.

06-16-2006, 03:35 PM	#11
jenbermu Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2006 Location: california Posts: 501	if you train your yorkie and ensure and your child understands that he/she as to respect the yorkies space, then theres no reason why your child and your pup shouldnt get along, and will most likely love to play together. Remember just as your dog must be taught how to play gently wth children, your child should be taught to play gently with your dog... Generally it is not a good idea to leave children alone wth the yorkie, as it wont take long for the yorkie to snap at the child should it feel threatened or become startled. Not only that, but you wont want to take the chance of your pup becoming injured by accident should your child play too roughly. Well thats from a book i both and read...This book is really good... but i think your problem is that he/she spends most of his time at your mom's and less time at your home & Family (child) i think well know that the more time they spend together the more they both will learn to respect there space just like this book say's...I have a 1 1/2 year old nephew that comes really often to my house...My malt/poo 1 1/2 were raised together and my dog will protected him from anything or anybody that come to close to him...It's kinda like a bond they build together although at time my nephew can be kinda rough with him he wont snap..Snuggles just gets up and leave the room... __________________ Im Jenn , Hershey's and Kisses Mommy ..

06-16-2006, 12:28 PM	#2
Tiger's Mom Donating YT 8000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 9,339	perhaps your mom will agree to keep her on a long term basis until your baby is a bit older . . .or I guess give her to someone who has more free time to attend to her . . . but if you decide on the latter, make sure you chose well and wisely as it is not good for her to keep moving around . . .maybe a YT member will want her . . . everyone here are totally passionate about their furbabies

06-16-2006, 01:11 PM	#4
mikey Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2006 Location: Tupelo, MS Posts: 142	i'll take myla if you cant find anyone closer.

06-16-2006, 02:34 PM	#6
Peters YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,225	i have a yorkie who is almost one and a daughter who is 3 the play together and get along but i don't leave them unattended to prevent any injuries to either of them . you could use baby gates to keep them apart.maybe the dog is confused from going back and forth! they have tons of energy and take patience & persistance to train.maybe you could find her a new home or spend more time trying to train her?!

06-16-2006, 02:43 PM	#7
Peters YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,225	http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/5...17193xl.th.jpg my punkin savanah n princess yorkie when/if you try to find her a home make sure it's someone to love her as a pet not a breeder or puppy mill to exploit her . maybe you could buy a book about yorkies for tips help on training or research online?!

06-16-2006, 02:46 PM	#9
Peters YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,225	yay thanks ...lol i have no life i'm on & offline all the time!

06-16-2006, 03:45 PM	#12
Kerri Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: NC Posts: 121	Jake at 7 months is already nine pounds. He is a rough little monster himself. He came from a breeder that had small kids (at least 4) and I wonder if the kids didn't "rough house" the puppies when they were small. Actually, I seen it with my own eyes when I picked Jake up to bring him home. Jake has been agressive since at least day 2 when he got here. It was like he was used to being like that. Like I said, he is a good dog but on the aggressive side majorly.

06-16-2006, 05:28 PM	#13
liltrist Yorkie Yakker Join Date: May 2006 Location: Connecticut Posts: 40	Myla's mom - I definately sympathize with you. We had to find our Old English Sheepdog a new home about 2 months ago and it broke my heart. He was a good boy (only 1 year), but dominant and my 6 year old would never be firm no matter what we did. Well, it only took one time with me running upstairs to get something and leaving him alone in the kitchen. He bit my son in the face which resulted in stitches. It would be impossible to try to keep the child and the dog always separated because that wouldn't really be fair to anyone. We went through a rescue org. to find him a new home and he's doing great now! Sorry, I'm babbling - but that's actually how we ended up with our little Tristan. My breeder felt so horrible about what happened she wanted us to have Tristan. (What a combination, she breeds Yorkies and Sheepies!!) Good luck with whatever your decision is! Karen

10-19-2009, 11:02 AM	#14
ticker2 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Burlington, Vermont Posts: 16	training I have a 12 year old and we put out papers but it is still hit or miss. I met someone who had a 17 year old and she said her solution was to buy new rugs!