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08-18-2007, 07:04 AM | #1 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Houston
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| so frustrated!!! i've had my puppy for about a little over a month and he's surely a handful. did anyone ever go through this phase that i'm going through? i hate to say this but soemtimes i think that i can't handle him!! i'm definitely not going to give him up but he gives me such a hard time sometimes. he never wants to snuggle or cuddle (unless he's absolutely exhausted). all he wants to do is bite on EVERYTHING and if im walking he'll grab onto my pant leg and if i move he just growls at me. even when im sitting down he'll growl at me and try to bite me. is this normal? he's about 3 months helppp please |
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08-18-2007, 07:17 AM | #2 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: May 2007 Location: Brooklyn
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| DEFINATELY normal! If you look at my earliest post, I was going to sell her because she was so unbearable to me and my family etc. Now we love her! It's just like, the terrible twos or something. Stick it out! |
08-18-2007, 07:18 AM | #3 |
I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Posts: 37,147
| It is normal they outgrow that biting stage
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08-18-2007, 07:18 AM | #4 |
2 Pups=Double Trouble! Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Iowa
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| Welcome to YT! What is your puppy's name and age? We'd love it if you posted some pics of him in the "My Yorkie Pictures" section, and told us some more about him! I'm sorry that you're having a rough time with your new puppy. Unfortunately, this is a phase they all go through, and it can be really frustrating. The good news is that it will pass, and with proper training and discipline, your puppy will grow into a well-mannered, curious but well-behaved dog. I think he's probably grabbing your pant leg and growling at you because he wants to play. Emma, my 17 month old, used to do this as a young puppy too. Every morning as I would get dressed, she would grab onto my pant leg and not let go, frustrating as it was, it was pretty cute too! To help with the situation, I would get up a little earlier, and play with her before work. That way, when I was getting ready to leave, I could toss her a toy or a Nylabone, and she would sit in the bathroom and play by herself, rather than doing things that demanded my attention. He's also probably biting at everything because he's beginning to teethe. His teeth will hurt, fall out, and his gums may bleed. Also, just like when human babies are teething, yorkie puppies can be restless, cranky, whiny, and may have accidents, diarrhea, or just seem generaly "off". This is normal, as long as one thing doesn't last more than a few hours or so. Try giving him things that are HIS only to chew on, and that will help ease the pain. When Milli was teething, I filled an old tube sock with a couple ice cubes, and then knotted it above them to keep them inside. It's a little wet and messy, but she really liked this, and helped relieve the pain from teething. They also have Chill-bones that you can buy that you freeze and then give to your dog. Make sure to stick to the rules-if he's not allowed to do something, you need to be consistent. If he's not allowed up on your bed, for example, don't let him sleep with you in your bed just because he's whiny or wants attention. Being lax right now can lead to hard to break bad habits later. Also, continue training with him-even just for 5 minutes at a time. Teach him to sit, lay down, shake, or somehthing else to keep his mind engaged and distracted from teething. It may take longer to teach him a trick now, since he's in the toddler stage, but don't give up, and don't get frustrated with him. Exercise will help him to be a little less of a naughty puppy too. Take him for several short walks each day, throw the ball for him to chase, or run around with him outside. Making him tired will help to lessen the naughty behavior while he's inside with you, and may make him want to snuggle more. Good luck-let us know how he's doing! Don't forget to post some pictures for us too!
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08-18-2007, 07:32 AM | #5 |
Donating YT 30K Club Member | Trust me it gets so much better. He is just in his teething puppy stage. I honestly thought Cali was possessed at that age. SHe mellowed to the sweetest little snuggler. It can take a few months butit definately worth the wait.
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08-18-2007, 07:36 AM | #6 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Houston
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| you guys are absolutely amazing. once i figure out how to post all those pictures and stuff i'll definitely do it!! i'm so glad i have somewhere to ask people questions. and you're all so sweet thank-you!! |
08-18-2007, 07:37 AM | #7 |
I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
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| Frozen baby carrots are good for them too chew on too
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08-18-2007, 07:59 AM | #8 |
No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK
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| Sounds like you have yourself a true Yorkie. I remember those days very well. I actually wished away the first year. I thought the chewing, stealing, jumping, barking, running through the house like lightening would never end. Well it has now I miss it Teach your pup to behave, it takes time and patience but you can do it. |
08-18-2007, 08:01 AM | #9 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: UK
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| This is totally normal, they grow out of it. Puppies are like toddlers, they have to put everything in their mouths in order to work out what it is. Also he will be teething so he is chewing and mouthing things to try to soothe his gums, make sure he has plenty of chew toys and as has already been mentioned, frozen carrots are great for them. |
08-18-2007, 08:10 AM | #10 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Alberta
Posts: 186
| I would suggest taking him for lots of walks and making sure he gets lots of exercise. Not only do they love it, it tires them out so they are less hyper when they are indoors. If you have friends or family with dogs, arrange play dates so they can tire each other out! Also, depending on your dog's age, enroll him in puppy kindergarten or beginner obedience. Spike was (and still is) a little handful, but he's easier to deal with when he's had a busy day! Also, it has gotten better now he's a bit older! |
08-18-2007, 08:15 AM | #11 |
Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Texas
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| Puppies usually learn bite inhibition from their mom and littermates between the weeks of 8-12 weeks of age so he didn't get to learn that since you got him so young. It's goign to take some extra training because of that.
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08-18-2007, 09:29 AM | #12 |
Piper & Sebastian Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: florida
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| Don't let him bite you. He is going through a phase, but you have to teach him now that biting's not aloud.
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08-18-2007, 04:46 PM | #13 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Florida
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| I have gone through the biting too, but normally I can curb it with lots of toys to chew on. One little tooth actually fell out during tug of war with a sock! My main issue right now is that Aly paws me constantly. It is the cutest thing, but it hurts because of her nails! This is my first puppy and I have had some frustration with the experience too. When she calms down she is the sweetest thing though and so loving. I keep plodding along and working with her and hopefully one day it will all calm down a bit. |
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