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jaxmom · 10-30-2007, 12:14 AM

This is my first post and my first time breeding. I did a lot of research before jumping into this and I'm aware that puppies can be aggressive, needing training, socialization and discipline.

My dam whelped 3 puppies in August with no complications. The pups are over 10 weeks old now. Two of of the three pups were adopted a couple days ago. The remaining male pup was the biggest and most dominant of the litter. Mom worked hard to socialize all 3 pups and appeared to be successful with the two that were sold. Their new owners tell me they're energetic but have very sweet natures. The 3rd pup is also very sweet (with humans) yet when my female (mom) Yorkie attempts to discipline him, he now rears back, growls and bites at her. This behavior is very new and started the day after the last pup was sold. Unfortunately, the more he does this, the more frequently she pounces on him demanding submission...it's like a vicious (no pun intended) circle. I'm planning to keep him a little longer so the mother dog can work with him. The problem is, mom is beginning to look fearful of this little (pudgy) guy and backing off. Is this normal? I'm afraid the pup will become out of control. I've tried researching this kind of behavior and not coming up with any concrete answers. Any experienced breeders out there have some words of wisdom?? Is it time to hire a dog trainer? Or could this be"transitional behavior" due to the recent absence of his littermates? Thanks, I appreciate the comments.

10-30-2007, 12:14 AM	#21
jaxmom YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: California Posts: 4	Aggressive Puppy This is my first post and my first time breeding. I did a lot of research before jumping into this and I'm aware that puppies can be aggressive, needing training, socialization and discipline. My dam whelped 3 puppies in August with no complications. The pups are over 10 weeks old now. Two of of the three pups were adopted a couple days ago. The remaining male pup was the biggest and most dominant of the litter. Mom worked hard to socialize all 3 pups and appeared to be successful with the two that were sold. Their new owners tell me they're energetic but have very sweet natures. The 3rd pup is also very sweet (with humans) yet when my female (mom) Yorkie attempts to discipline him, he now rears back, growls and bites at her. This behavior is very new and started the day after the last pup was sold. Unfortunately, the more he does this, the more frequently she pounces on him demanding submission...it's like a vicious (no pun intended) circle. I'm planning to keep him a little longer so the mother dog can work with him. The problem is, mom is beginning to look fearful of this little (pudgy) guy and backing off. Is this normal? I'm afraid the pup will become out of control. I've tried researching this kind of behavior and not coming up with any concrete answers. Any experienced breeders out there have some words of wisdom?? Is it time to hire a dog trainer? Or could this be"transitional behavior" due to the recent absence of his littermates? Thanks, I appreciate the comments.