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Originally Posted by jsbart  I posted a few days ago about my yorkie who pouts and is aggressive to me when I leave him alone and return. I've been trying to put him in a submissive position but after a really rough session with him today, I've decided to give up and just let him alone during these times. He is not doing any better and I feel if I continue, he will be afraid of me which I so don't want to happen. I would love for him to be the sweet little boy that he was when I first got him, but if I can't have that without so much stress (to him and me) I'll just have to love him when he wants me to and leave him alone when he's being ornery. I guess this is a case of having to pick your battles |
I would try sitting on the floor, pretty much ignoring him, but hold out a treat when he comes out of hiding. Just hold it out toward him and say, "Treat". The smell should entice him to come a bit closer, maybe not all the way at first. Just keep trying in a casual, quiet way. Sooner or later he should take the treat. I would not try to pet him at all. But after he's coming for the treat, start to hold it a bit closer to you. Gradually decrease the distance between you and the treat, then put it on your leg so he has to take it off you. Always say, "Good boy." softly each time he comes closer. Hopefully each step will build trust and confidence.