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Originally Posted by maximusAF  Hi,
I've got a 13.5 week old pup who is doing really well for the most part. As will all pups, they need correction at times. What are some of the best methods? I've heard some talk about using a water/squirt bottle, etc. Is this effective? I'm just trying to look for another alternative to the stern "No!" that I've been trying to use.
I want to make sure she knows that I'm the boss, but I don't want her to ever be scared of me either. |
It's awesome that your on stop of this right off the bat! Just like with kids, I firmly believe that dogs need to be taught proper behaviour in order to successfully socialize in society. No one appreciates a brat, of the skin or fur variety
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Originally Posted by Maximo Often ignoring the pup and walking away is a good way to get the pup's attention. Yorkies like to follow their humans and find out what they are doing.
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This is what has worked best for me. A firm NO followed by turning away and ignoring for a minute. Yorkies want to please so badly and seem to know when they've disappointed you, so use it to your advantage in training. And then praise, praise, praise the positive!