[Mgraves04]

My little yorkie, Jax,is almost 4 months old. Last night we went to dinner at a friends and when we came home 2 and 1/2 hours later he had his collar stuck in his mouth. We immediately got it unclipped, but he had been going crazy for a while trying to get it off, because the poor little baby's whole face and paws were soaked with slobber and/or tears. Even though we tried to follow the one to two finger rule for tightness, we feel horrible that it was too loose and got caught for who knows how long! (Needless to say we will either be getting a break away collar and/or not be using one at all in the house.) My problem is that my little guy is completely traumatized and subdued and even bit and growled at my baby when he touched the puppy's neck area. He has always had a very soft mouth and never acted the least bit aggressive or defensive before. He seems completely distrustful of us now, even though we had a great relationship established before. I'm worried that he just snapped, and I don't blame him. I can't have him growling at and biting my kids. How do I help him get over this traumatizing event? Any suggestions to help him trust us again? he is very treat motivated. Help me please!