Hello. I have been researching training techniques for Yorkies and it seems praise for good behavior is very effective. When he's bad (snarling, growling, etc.) I scold him, send him to his bed and ignore him for a short period. Then i call him over and "talk to him" and when he's nice, I praise him and call him by name, which he responds to. I've discovered quite by accident that he knows some commands like "sit, down and stay".I truly think he has never been given the proper training for learning he's not in charge but seems to slowly understand I'm the boss, not him. He is fine with my other two dogs and cats and is not aggressive with food. It's only my discipline that he's nasty about. He occasionally wants to challenge me when I scold him. I definitely will continue to work with him and his behavior problems and give it more time. Thanks to everyone and any and all suggestions are greatly appreciated. |