Scared of people and dogs! 2 weeks ago, my husband and I adopted 2 beautiful little Yorkies. They are both a little older --- Cora is 4 and Rupert is 1 year old. For the most part, they are adapting to their new life really well but they are both very leery around people and terrified of other dogs. Rupert, especially! A chihuahua can put him into a frenzy if we meet one on our walk! After seeing a dog, he is almost impossible to walk -- he runs in circles, pulls and is totally distracted. He will be frantic for the remainder of the walk. We want to get him more relaxed with other dogs while remaining wary of them. We have signed them up for a Yorkie 'Play Date' on Sunday, and a small Obedience Class on the 13th but any suggestions how to work with them on the walk? I don't want walks to instill fear in them. Right now, they really love going out on the leash.
Lin |