Teach her to sit when people come over. Dogs can't train themselves. Maybe spend a few minutes with her on your lap and make her quiet down. When she is calm, reward her, so she knows that is what you expect. Like I said before, Yorkies learn best from being told what they're doing right, as opposed to what they're doing wrong.
This could also be a bonding problem. If you've lost your temper with her on a regular basis, it will make her be highstrung. I'm not trying to be rude or mean, just saying bc I have been there myself, and with Yorkies it will not work. Try to appreciate some silliness from her, she'll love you for it. Loose any preconceived notions you have about how you want her to be, and start to appreciate her for what she is and how she is. And then start to work slowly at eliminating any bad habits. Be patient with her and give her time to learn.
And no matter what happens throughout each day... never go to bed mad. Sit with her and tell her what a good girl she is and that you love her. You may think I am the one with the problem (not) but it is hard to say nice things with a grudge on your shoulder. Smile at her and pet her and cuddle with her. I have a rescue who hated baths. As I dryed her the first time, she got very snappy. Instead of yelling at her or correcting her, I told her 'What a pretty girl you are. Oh my, your hair is beautiful... and so shiny. You're so pretty!' Well, I don't think anyone ever told her that before, from her reaction. She calmed down and let me proceed with the brushing and drying. Did she understand what I said? Probably not. But she could hear my tone of voice and she felt safe.
Mine was raised around and by children. All she knew how to do was some tricks and how to play. All she wanted to do was play. Why? Because that's all anyone did with her, and people were nice to her when she played. I couldn't keep up with it so I had to teach her to calm down. I got her on my lap. and when she relaxed for 20 seconds I praised her and let her down. I extended the time in my lap gradually, bc she didn't like being held. Eventually she learned that quiet time was good too, and she came to me wanting to be held, maybe for 5 minutes or so, but what a difference from where we started. I still play with her, but it's no longer non stop. And with her it has to be positive reinforcement, as I fear her previous owner was a bit rough with her.
So treat her like a brand new dog from today on. Forgive her any prior bad behavior and just start fresh. Tell her 'Good Girl!' or if you use 'What a Good Girl!' you might get a better response. The 'w' sound seems to generate more interest from a dog and makes it that much more special for them. She will calm down. |