I've had the same with Alfie. He was the smallest in a litter of 5 so had to fight for everything so he's very stubborn. He's 12 months now and I think I'm finally making progress. Its all been down to staying calm and firm and making sure I mean what I say. He also thinks every dog treat and chew belongs to him but I have to make it clear that when I want it it belongs to me. If he goes crazy I grab him by the scruff right at the base of his skull, lift his front feet off the ground and hold him there until he stops struggling and calms down. It looks worse than it is. I've had yorkies for 21 years and never had one this stubborn. Rosie will give things up if I insist. You have to be clear with what you will and wont allow. You wont hurt their feelings so long as you dont do it in anger. Good luck.
Every day will be a new challenge, I know it is for me but I'm not going to give up on him, I know it will start to get better one day, hopefully it will for you. |