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"Dustie" just hates being carried! Hi. Now itsnot very often that I want to pick him up really...but lately when I have done so..i.e. in a busy street..when other dogs have been too friendly etc. he just goes a bit wild..and starts biting my hand or anything near..i.e. scarf..jacket etc. It i very embarresing..it is as if we are having a fight in mid air. How can I convince him that there are times when he will have to picked up..and that he can't always walk if it is not safe to do so. My hubby has tried and he does the same with him too.!! My last Yorkie which I lost in March was quite small and just loved being carried around...! I guess I am not used to his attititude which is saying "No..put me down".! Any thoughts anyone.? Chris. |
It's important that your pup allows you to pick him up at anytime without a fuss It sounds like you're having a problem because he's all rowled up outside and very excited what you might want to do is when you go out for the next few times have a treat in you pocket when you pick him up distract him with the treat That should get his mind off the other dogs |
Don't put him down until he calms himself. If you put him down while he's fighting you, he will keep doing it every time. Some dogs just don't like to be held. If he is biting you, try wearing gloves. Also, talk to him in a soothing voice or even hum. This is controversial, but also try flipping him over on his back while talking nicely to him. I do this with Sydney if she's acting too wild. Let us know how it goes. |
Your dog is doing this because it is going into survivor mode. He knows other dogs are around and it is going into fear aggression. It is going into attack mode and there is nothing you can say or do to change this at the time. Your best bet is to change directions and go somewhere else. I have one that would go insane ....I mean really insane...and I litterly would have him hanging upside down and he still wouldn't stop ...I have always felt that he is more terrier than my others and so I respect this. I learned to turn and walk away. If you flip your dog on his back when he is in this mode you are telling him you are going in for the kill...don't do it. I do not believe in any trainer that has disclaimers on the tv. DON'T DO THIS ON YOUR OWN!!! What does that tell you...????? |
Hi thanks for replying. I can understand Dustie when I pick him up when another dog is around etc. he is scared..but the other occasions when I have picked him up..i.e. walking around some shops and markets etc. not always very busy either...he just goes completely mad in my arms...and I have to leave pretty quickly...And as for the biting well he does!!! Having had 4 yorkies over the years..none have done this with me...One minute he is so loving then whey..away he goes..and starts nipping etc. But when we are out gosh its embarressing.:( Chrisanne:) |
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This is the best thing I learned to do that works pretty good after you work on it. Lay him in your lap like a baby sitting in between your legs and say relax or calm in a soothing voice until they stop fighting you and just hold them there and eventually he will stop wiggling and just give up and relax. Do this randomly throughout the day until he fights less and less. What you're teaching him is to trust you. I learned that in obedience class and it works wonders. If he wants something and starts freaking out. I pick him up and say relax and he just calms down almost immediately. |
I think what you are seeing is a true terrier personality. Almost all of my dogs have this and I think people get confused that they have little lapdogs when in fact they have terriers. Some are more mellow than others but if you look at some of the links provided and see what other dogs are terriers then you will see their genetic makeup coming out. Terrier Dogs - Terrier Dogs Terrier Behavior and Training ♠ All About The Yorkie Puppy! ♠ Yorkie: Right New Dog For You? Pros and Cons to Consider Before Buying a Yorkshire Terrier Puppy | Suite101.com You might want to research the clicker method of working with your dog...it helps to break the brain waves and refocus on what you are trying to achieve. Karen Pryor Clickertraining| dog training and cat training info, books, videos, events |
Hi glad I am not the only one having probs then!!! He does get a bit wild when wanting to play etc. then I do get him in the down position to calm him down...trouble is you can't do that when they are up in your arms can you.? Guess I am not used to his attititude..completely different from all the other yorkies I have owned over the years...Mind he is very good in most other ways...so guess I shouldn't really grumble..just keep working on him..and maybe carry a bit more..and show him who is the boss!!:) They are little characters aren't they...and Dustie certainly is very independent..which is good really I suppose...! Chrisanne x |
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