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LuvmyYorkies2 · 08-09-2008, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by megansmomma

I have been using a book called Let the Dog Decide. His theory is they are associating it with something negative as you speculated.

I vote you change it to Pebbles

and see how she does. I firmly believe training (yorkie or otherwise) should always be done positive with lots of praise and treats. It has worked like a charm in my house.

Then you can join the soon to be newest club---Peebles Club. It already has 2 member lined up.

HAHA... I can definitely see why you would vote to change her name...

Very Cute. I'm going to try some of these suggestions....I'll come back and introduce you to "Pebbles" if that doesn't work!!!

megansmomma · 08-10-2008, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by LuvmyYorkies2

HAHA... I can definitely see why you would vote to change her name...

Very Cute. I'm going to try some of these suggestions....I'll come back and introduce you to "Pebbles" if that doesn't work!!!

I think that you have been given very good suggestions. Treats and praise work miracles. The book I was talking about is very interesting and he makes some good points and suggestions. He was actually talking about dogs that came from abusive situations and changing their names because they relate their name to abuse and that it not your situation.

BTW Mine LOVE cheerios honey nut to be exact. By the way they act you would think I was giving them a steak!

whitney_faulkne · 08-10-2008, 03:29 PM

THEY ARE ALL JUST STUBBORN!!

They are smart and are listening but just act when they want to.

I have the same problem

luvmyYorkieJack · 08-10-2008, 05:46 PM

Well, Jack knows his name because he picked it. I had originally named him Ranger because I just loved the name. That was his name for a week, maybe a little longer and he just wasn't getting it. My brother suggested Jack (because he liked the name better). So I tried it out when I got home. And sure enough, I called and he came running around to the kitchen to see what I wanted. He doesn't do that all the time, only when he can't see me. If I am right in front of him, he won't do anything. But then again, that's what we are going to manners class tomorrow for. If you want to rename her, now would probably be the best time since she really doesn't know her name yet. It will be far less confusing. Good luck with Lexie.

crb · 08-11-2008, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by LuvmyYorkies2

Wow! well I certainly hope she knows her name before she's 6!! I think we make it easier on us and change their names to "treat"..

LOL...of course then I would have all 5 of my babies running to me.

Mom to Hot Rod · 08-11-2008, 11:25 AM

My vote is that if you are considering changing her name, this is definitely the time to do so. Either way, I like the above that talked about holding the treat to get eye contact. Thinking about "It's the Dog or Me" show, she does that a lot...never thought about it until the above posted talked about it. I think both names are cute.

mbenton · 08-12-2008, 09:51 AM

Josie knows her name when it is convenient for her. If she wants to come back, she knows her name. If you say "Josie, wanna go outside"- she knows her name. However, "Josie, let's go in" may fall to a deaf ear. I have taught them (we have 3 dogs) that when I clap my hands and call their name, it is treat time. that seems to work better and it is louder. Good luck.

Having a yorkie is like having a toddler that never grows up- I LOVE IT!!

08-10-2008, 03:29 PM	#18
whitney_faulkne Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: USA Posts: 66	THEY ARE ALL JUST STUBBORN!! They are smart and are listening but just act when they want to. I have the same problem __________________ ~:-wit-:~

08-10-2008, 05:46 PM	#19
luvmyYorkieJack Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Mankato, MN, US Posts: 180	Well, Jack knows his name because he picked it. I had originally named him Ranger because I just loved the name. That was his name for a week, maybe a little longer and he just wasn't getting it. My brother suggested Jack (because he liked the name better). So I tried it out when I got home. And sure enough, I called and he came running around to the kitchen to see what I wanted. He doesn't do that all the time, only when he can't see me. If I am right in front of him, he won't do anything. But then again, that's what we are going to manners class tomorrow for. If you want to rename her, now would probably be the best time since she really doesn't know her name yet. It will be far less confusing. Good luck with Lexie. __________________ Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass... it's about learning to dance in the rain. Jack & Madden

08-11-2008, 11:25 AM	#21
Mom to Hot Rod Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: MD Posts: 10,908	My vote is that if you are considering changing her name, this is definitely the time to do so. Either way, I like the above that talked about holding the treat to get eye contact. Thinking about "It's the Dog or Me" show, she does that a lot...never thought about it until the above posted talked about it. I think both names are cute. __________________ www.kissecollar.com Soft Cone Collars for Post-surgery and much more! 10% (non-food) - Discount code YT10

08-12-2008, 09:51 AM	#22
mbenton YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: nc Posts: 6 Blog Entries: 1	we're all in this together!! Josie knows her name when it is convenient for her. If she wants to come back, she knows her name. If you say "Josie, wanna go outside"- she knows her name. However, "Josie, let's go in" may fall to a deaf ear. I have taught them (we have 3 dogs) that when I clap my hands and call their name, it is treat time. that seems to work better and it is louder. Good luck. Having a yorkie is like having a toddler that never grows up- I LOVE IT!!