From a new Yorkie mom but an old hand at pups. Ditch the pads, bring him out when he has to go. I would also ditch letting him sleep in your bed. He needs to learn that his kennel is safe, home and bed. I have Rambeau in a cat kennel with a fleece from the breeder and another fleece. He loves his little kennel and if he gets stressed he will go there. Imagine a wolf pup and his cave. Seems silly but it has always worked for me, a pup needs his place. When he becomes confident in his surroundings, you, his food and fellow house mates (maybe 2 or 3 yo) he can sleep with you. Remember also that he is very small and has no experience sleeping with you. I would be afraid to roll over on him, but I am very mobile in bed. My little Lupie slept with me every night after she was two. She would snuggle up against my belly and I loved it. None the less, he does not hate you! Dogs don't have that emotion. They have love, love, insecurity and fear. Just give him time you two are going to be great together. Don't panick about him not eating either. Rambeau would only eat the soft food the breeder gave me for a long time. He is not wasting away. Do not try to make him do anything for the first few weeks, this includes brushing teeth, bathing, trimming nails. These are all stressful for you and the pup. Just brush him while it is ok with him, snuggle and love, these are the recipes for success. |