Any chance she was a singleton pup? I've noticed singletons seem to have some issues with that. A litter of multipe pups gets used to lots of physical contact and learn how to deal with frustration. Singletons don't have competition and never get the chance to learn how to deal with frustration and get grumpy like that.
Just a random thought. I helped someone with a singleton pup a few years ago. I wish we had started her sooner than we did. She had some serious temper tantrums when another dog and sometimes humans touched her. She got used to it with a lot of patience and treats, but still gets a little short tempered with some dogs at times.
Remember, too, terriers are a little tougher natured than Goldens and poodles. Not mean, just determined. Maybe that's what you're seeing? I love the scrappy attitude with my Yorkies, but they do have a 'harder' temperment than my poodles.
Any chance you could video her tantrums and give a little more history on her? Maybe some of the more experienced folks here can see what she's doing.
Best wishes! |