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luvMIdog · 10-12-2006, 08:04 PM

Hi! I have a gorgeous little female that is the sweetest thing....99.5% of the time. There are occasions however, that she is unbelievably mean, especially if I try to take something from her that she isn't ready to give up.....like a bone or if she doesn't feel like being brushed etc. She literally bites at me and won't give up. I don't either and I do always follow through, but this behavior doesn't seem to be getting any better. I took her to her first professional grooming session and they charged me EXTRA because she is so difficult. AND she's only 6 LBS! I'm not sure what else to do about it. Any suggestions???? I don't want a biting dog...for any reason.
Thanks for any help!

suzysmitt · 10-13-2006, 05:05 AM

I might getting a squirt bottle with water, and keeping it with you when you are ready to take something away from her. If she bites squirt her. It won't hurt her. If she's really stubborn then get a metal can and put some pennys in it. When she does something you don't want her to shake it real hard. It scares the heck out of them, but it doesn't hurt them, and they usually pick up very fast.

chachi · 10-13-2006, 05:08 AM

When she startsgrowling or biting clap your hands together loudly and say no. Chachi always stops what he is doing when I do this

RLC12345678 · 10-13-2006, 06:06 AM

At this point, your puppy thinks SHE is the pack leader. You definately need to establish dominance and let her know that YOU are the pack leader and that YOU are in charge, not her. Always be firm with her. Take her on walks daily and always walk in front of her. Scold her when she growls at you like this by clapping you hands like Chachi suggested. When she has a bone, work on taking it away from her by using a treat to entice her to give it to you. If she puts the bone down for the treat, give her the treat but then give her bone back to her so she'll know that you are not taking the bone for good. You definately need to work on establishing dominance with your puppy. You may also want to check out Ceaser Milan's website (The Dog Whisperer). I know he has some excellent techniques on how to establish dominance wtih your dog. GOOD LUCK!

daisy mae06 · 10-13-2006, 06:43 AM

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luvMIdog · 10-13-2006, 09:56 AM

I will definitely try these suggestions! I know SHE"S IN CHARGE!!! And I know it's my fault because she is spoiled rotten. Bad "mommy skills" I guess! She is the love of my life and I am just too easy on her! I guess it's time for a little tough love! Thanks again for all the advice. I will keep in touch!!!

Bama Yorkie Mom · 10-13-2006, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by RLC12345678

At this point, your puppy thinks SHE is the pack leader. You definately need to establish dominance and let her know that YOU are the pack leader and that YOU are in charge, not her. Always be firm with her. Take her on walks daily and always walk in front of her. Scold her when she growls at you like this by clapping you hands like Chachi suggested. When she has a bone, work on taking it away from her by using a treat to entice her to give it to you. If she puts the bone down for the treat, give her the treat but then give her bone back to her so she'll know that you are not taking the bone for good. You definately need to work on establishing dominance with your puppy. You may also want to check out Ceaser Milan's website (The Dog Whisperer). I know he has some excellent techniques on how to establish dominance wtih your dog. GOOD LUCK!

I totally agree that you have to make sure you win the fight. Kizzy tried that with me the other night. When they have chewed some of these things and they get small i'm scare they will get it hung in their throats. She was making that way down deep growling at me when I'd try to get it. This went on for quiet a while. So i quit for a few minutes. then I just started talking to her and putting my hands on her body then head and face and talking sweet to her. she would barely growl at me as I kept doing this, I finally got my hand to the edge of her mouth where part was hanging out and I snatched it and she snapped at me, then I slapped her (sorry) on her butt and told her she better never growl at me again. So far she hasnt. i've taken things out of her mouth lots of times before and she might growl a little but never like this. She was really trying to show me I wasnt gonna get it. I figured if she won, It would get harder and harder for me to let her know who was boss. I think you have to win your battles to keep them from becoming too aggressive.

RLC12345678 · 10-13-2006, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Bama Yorkie Mom

I totally agree that you have to make sure you win the fight. Kizzy tried that with me the other night. When they have chewed some of these things and they get small i'm scare they will get it hung in their throats. She was making that way down deep growling at me when I'd try to get it. This went on for quiet a while. So i quit for a few minutes. then I just started talking to her and putting my hands on her body then head and face and talking sweet to her. she would barely growl at me as I kept doing this, I finally got my hand to the edge of her mouth where part was hanging out and I snatched it and she snapped at me, then I slapped her (sorry) on her butt and told her she better never growl at me again. So far she hasnt. i've taken things out of her mouth lots of times before and she might growl a little but never like this. She was really trying to show me I wasnt gonna get it. I figured if she won, It would get harder and harder for me to let her know who was boss. I think you have to win your battles to keep them from becoming too aggressive.

This is exactly right!

We do that with ours, too. I don't like it when those bones get really small. I'm scared they'll choke. They hate it when I try to take them, and they pitch a fit and growl, but I always make sure I get it. They have to know that I'm the boss, not them!

chachi · 10-13-2006, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Bama Yorkie Mom

I totally agree that you have to make sure you win the fight. Kizzy tried that with me the other night. When they have chewed some of these things and they get small i'm scare they will get it hung in their throats. She was making that way down deep growling at me when I'd try to get it. This went on for quiet a while. So i quit for a few minutes. then I just started talking to her and putting my hands on her body then head and face and talking sweet to her. she would barely growl at me as I kept doing this, I finally got my hand to the edge of her mouth where part was hanging out and I snatched it and she snapped at me, then I slapped her (sorry) on her butt and told her she better never growl at me again. So far she hasnt. i've taken things out of her mouth lots of times before and she might growl a little but never like this. She was really trying to show me I wasnt gonna get it. I figured if she won, It would get harder and harder for me to let her know who was boss. I think you have to win your battles to keep them from becoming too aggressive.

Chachi did that one time to me and he actually tried to bite me also. He was hiding under this little couch seat we have. My Husband moved that couch seat and gave him a swat on the behind and he has never did that again. That is the only time he has ever been spanked. Chachi really doesnt like to get into trouble so that works in our favor. Now when he does something hes not supposed to do all we have to do is clap our hands and he will stop

marcerella02 · 10-13-2006, 12:00 PM

Every once and a while Layla get out of place and thinks she is the boss.. if she is playing with something she shouldn't.. and she will growl and want me to chase her.. what works for us is i grab her and put her on her back... that lets her know i am in charge.. and she stops what she is doing real fast! i've only had to do it about twice.. but i read that is what the "leader of the pack" will do to let the others know they run the show...

10-12-2006, 08:04 PM	#1
luvMIdog Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sacramento, California Posts: 40	Growling Girl! Hi! I have a gorgeous little female that is the sweetest thing....99.5% of the time. There are occasions however, that she is unbelievably mean, especially if I try to take something from her that she isn't ready to give up.....like a bone or if she doesn't feel like being brushed etc. She literally bites at me and won't give up. I don't either and I do always follow through, but this behavior doesn't seem to be getting any better. I took her to her first professional grooming session and they charged me EXTRA because she is so difficult. AND she's only 6 LBS! I'm not sure what else to do about it. Any suggestions???? I don't want a biting dog...for any reason. Thanks for any help!

10-13-2006, 05:08 AM	#3
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	When she startsgrowling or biting clap your hands together loudly and say no. Chachi always stops what he is doing when I do this __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

10-13-2006, 06:43 AM	#5
daisy mae06 Kodi & Pixie 2 Donating Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: NEBRASKA Posts: 14,766	Hi I just wanted to say Hello And welcome to YT. __________________ OK Yorkie Rescue - http://okyorkierescue.org LorisCritterSitter.com

10-13-2006, 09:56 AM	#6
luvMIdog Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sacramento, California Posts: 40	Thank you!!! I will definitely try these suggestions! I know SHE"S IN CHARGE!!! And I know it's my fault because she is spoiled rotten. Bad "mommy skills" I guess! She is the love of my life and I am just too easy on her! I guess it's time for a little tough love! Thanks again for all the advice. I will keep in touch!!!

10-13-2006, 12:00 PM	#10
marcerella02 Loved by Layla Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 11,257	Every once and a while Layla get out of place and thinks she is the boss.. if she is playing with something she shouldn't.. and she will growl and want me to chase her.. what works for us is i grab her and put her on her back... that lets her know i am in charge.. and she stops what she is doing real fast! i've only had to do it about twice.. but i read that is what the "leader of the pack" will do to let the others know they run the show... __________________ http://misscanam.blogspot.com/ Layla 's Simon

10-13-2006, 05:05 AM	#2
suzysmitt Currently Suspended! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Florida Posts: 2,150	I might getting a squirt bottle with water, and keeping it with you when you are ready to take something away from her. If she bites squirt her. It won't hurt her. If she's really stubborn then get a metal can and put some pennys in it. When she does something you don't want her to shake it real hard. It scares the heck out of them, but it doesn't hurt them, and they usually pick up very fast.

10-13-2006, 06:06 AM	#4
RLC12345678 I heart Hootie & Hobbs Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: USA Posts: 7,149	At this point, your puppy thinks SHE is the pack leader. You definately need to establish dominance and let her know that YOU are the pack leader and that YOU are in charge, not her. Always be firm with her. Take her on walks daily and always walk in front of her. Scold her when she growls at you like this by clapping you hands like Chachi suggested. When she has a bone, work on taking it away from her by using a treat to entice her to give it to you. If she puts the bone down for the treat, give her the treat but then give her bone back to her so she'll know that you are not taking the bone for good. You definately need to work on establishing dominance with your puppy. You may also want to check out Ceaser Milan's website (The Dog Whisperer). I know he has some excellent techniques on how to establish dominance wtih your dog. GOOD LUCK!