Piper is my first Yorkie, too. I raised two German Shepherds (separately) who were both obedience trained. Both dogs were calm and well-behaved, but whenever we were approached by small children or little dogs, my girls were put in a 'down-stay' in an effort to show respect. Because even before getting my Piper-girl, I could understand how the mere difference in size could be intimidating to owners of small dogs; needless to say, I appreciate that even more now. |