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Originally Posted by mimimomo  When mine are naughty, it's mostly from barking...so even when I say 'no bark' in a low firm voice, they can't hear me (or they're ignoring me? loll) even if they know this command. So what I do is stand in front of them w/ my fist on my sides, like I'm taking a stance & they know I mean business. Then, I take my index finger & put it over my mouth & do the 'shhhh' command. That usually works, they respond better to body language & signs than commands when they're excited. I never discipline them, don't think it works...besides, I end up feeling bad. |
There is a great quote in the "The Complete Yorkshire Terrier" book from one of the long-time breeders/exhibitors about Yorkies being able to make you lose you patience one minute, and they will have you on your knees begging forgiveness the next, lol. So true!