I personally wouldn't take him out of that class. I think its just a new setting for him and while he's probably very curious about it, it is new so he's also shy as well. After a few classes he'll get used to it and love playing with all the big dogs, just keep an eye on him just as you would any dog you took. I think you have found a good enviroment to work with your pup in. I like the idea of big classes. I don't really think that during the actually class your dog learns much. It is really you who are learning and the class just gives you an enviroment to practice in. When we took our bloodhound there were probably 20 dogs in the class. We were able to do a lot of greeting exercises, where the dog sits by you when someone comes up to you with another dog or where they have to sit still while another dog passes, things you won't get in private lessons. We didn't have any yorkies in the class but there were a few small breeds and a few puppies and all the dogs got along big or small, old or young. Also if your dog isn't the most comfortable in the class and you still get him to behave then it really shows just how good you and your dog have become. I say stick it out you may find you really like it.
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