My Piper is pretty sensitive and when I've had to scold her, I lower my voice, say 'shaaame on you' (don't use their names with a negative) and walk away. When I glance back she has the saddest little look and I invariably crumble within minutes and tease and love her back to happy! Thank goodness she's such a reasonable and good little girl--cuz with their adorable little mugs and sweet personalities, I question how firm I could be! |