Katy is my first Yorkie and I plan on trying my best to treat her like the "big dog in a little dog's body" that she is. She is starting puppy class tomorrow but already I make her "sit" and "stay" before treats and "wait" when we go out the door. I don't let her walk in front of me and I don't free feed her. Since I stopped free feeding and placing her food before her I have gained more respect from her. Don't get me wrong, she has little dresses and such and I plan on "babying" her - but still knowing she is a little dog. Plus I love her so much that I think it is only being kind to her by teaching her manners and giving her boundaries. And by socializing her, it will give her more confidence. |