The fact that you have known this person and her dog for several years and the dog is exhibiting the behaviors only AFTER you have moved in together it's reasonable to jump to the conclusion that something you are doing is causing this fear behavior. If you can't handle the training, then it's time to call in a professional who can.
I've seen a lot of posters complain that bigger dogs are smarter and yorkies are impossible to train. Terriers are incredibly intelligent. They don't respond to the same training methods that other breeds do BECAUSE of that intelligence. It's time to change your thinking and your tactics. You are being outsmarted by a dog.
On a related note, I would never, ever remain in a relationship with someone who said they hated my dog any more than I would stay in one with someone who hated my kid. We are a package deal and there are plenty of other fish in the sea.
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