I have 2 6 month yorkies litter mates Lily and Molly. Lily answered to her name, responds to No, leave ,sit etc. but she hates getting ready to go out. As soon as I lift the harness or lead she bolts and hides under or behind anything she can find. She cowers down as if we beat her. Once her harness and lead are on and she is out. She happily walks and runs on her extendable lead. She doesn't like it if we move our hand quickly to her head. she prefers an open hand under her chin or back. She is just a little timid. Molly on the other hand No means if she feels like it she'll stop, sit, only if there's something in it for her and sometimes it looks like she doesn't know her name is Molly cause she ignores us calling her . But lift her lead or harness and she comes running from where ever she is doing her happy dance.
Sorry this is so long. I think the point I'm making is they are all individuals with their own personalities and quirks. My girls have both attended the same puppy class, been raised the same way by the same people and yet they are so different in their responses.Find what works for you and stick to it. They do learn very quickly in my experience but that doesn't mean they always choose to comply. Bribery is great a toy or treat can work wonders. Enjoy you bundle of fun that's the most important thing.
__________________ Eileen mum to Mitzi Brodie Robyn Molly and Lilly  RIP Morgan |