Sorry to say but it is going to be a long road. Sounds like your Max is a lot like my Molli was and still is. She is very mischievious and eats everything, she knows when shes got something shes not supposed to have and runs and tries to hide with it. I've pretty much had to keep my house "baby proof" and give her lots of things to play with. She can even open cabinets and has eaten: soap, shampoo, hair spray, electrical cords, computer equipment and more! She is the most loving dog but is especially mouthy and plays rough, I dont have kids but if I did I would also teach them to tell her "No bite" and sometimes she needs a 'timeout' or a special run around the block to get her excessive energy out. My other yorkie is nothing like this- I think it's just a personality thing. My Molli just turned 2 and has calmed down a little, training classes helped a bit but I do have to tell you she is still in her 'terrible twos' I wonder if it will ever end.
I love my little girl more than anything but it is a lot to take on, good luck!
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