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Originally Posted by FinnTheHuman  Oh okay, so you're saying that a dog could be trained into bonding with you? (what I mean is that training will make the bonding more possible?) I know what you mean. I'd never want to get rid of a dog just because it doesnt bond with me. It just means Ill be somewhat disappointed. |
Okay, that's good to hear
I didn't want to sound discouraging, but think that you should keep an open mind and try not to be disappointed. It's possible you'll be frustrated and maybe disappointed at first, but if you're committed to being to patient, persistent, and consistent in the beginning (for the first year or so) it will pay off for your pup's entire lifetime. For example, if your pup seems 'stubborn', you just have to be calm and patient and be more stubborn than them!
I do believe that training = bonding, yes. Obviously everyone has different standards and expectations. Some train more, some spoil more. But
generally this is what happens (and I hope this doesn't sound too trivial)...
-Your puppy arrives and it's super excited/nervous to be in a new place.
-Pup doesn't know what's good or bad according to your standards (it might do stuff you don't like, like potty accidents, chew up stuff, bite you etc).
-First thing to start bonding: teach basic commands (come, sit, down, stay) to develop an understanding of how you can communicate with each other. Without basic commands, then the pup is basically running the show and doing whatever the heck she/he wants, most likely leaving you frustrated.
-As pup learns how to learn from you, as Yorkies are really smart if you have enough patience, they'll want to learn more. They really enjoy the mental stimulation and challenges. And the joys of what you'll experience when they 'get it', is not describable in words
-Reinforce good behaviours to prevent bad ones.
-By knowing that you give the commands and he/she is to follow, you develop roles where you are the leader, pup is the follower.
Commands, tricks, grooming, and daily walks all create bonding. Your time and effort spent with the dog will mean the dog will want to spend it with you.
If you're interested, consider reading the following, which I found to be very helpful in building confidence before I became a new dog-mommy:
https://drsophiayin.com/blog/entry/t...g-the-program/ Dogs: Positive Reinforcement Training : The Humane Society of the United States Nothing in Life is Free Puppy Training Schedule: What to Teach Puppies, and When