A word of caution, Yorkies are companion oriented. They actually need companionship of either their pack or their family. To separate her from the "pack" or family will only make her more anxious and create even more problems for you. So trying to keep your yorkie on the 1st floor or the basement, is not going to be a really good idea and will not really solve your problem.
I think getting a crate is a excellent 1st step and/or even getting an x-pen may help you get better control of this housebreaking thing. But when you confine her, make sure that she can view the activities of the househould so she does not feel alone.
If you get the cage type crate, make sure that you get a cover for it. You can either use a towel or a blanket. Putting it over the cage/crate will make your puppy feel more secure and there should be less whining or barking. But please expect some of that to go on. It may take up to a week before she will get used to being in there. I would attempt to keep her in your room or your son's room or somewhere where she can hear you and know she is not by herself.
To make her like the crate, throw some food in there and during the day keep the crate door open and let her have easy access to it. She will go in and out of it during the day, especially if there is food in there and she will get comfortable with the idea of it. You may even want to put her in there for 5 or 10 minute increments with the door closed to get her used to being in there.
I would continue to try to incorporate her with the family though. to keep her separated from her pack may be the 'death' of any chance of a successful relationship for you and her. |