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Lets hope its fear aggression-that's often fixable over time. It seems you are on the right track with a trainer that's familiat in recognizing and working with you on a solution for behavior modification. Scoobers had really bad dog aggression when I first got him it took a lot of work but he is very social now-if I can do it you surely can. It will be a rough road but so worth it. |
I've read every post on here and I have absolutely no advice to add that hasn't been stated. I just wanted to post a reply because I can literally feel your pain and anguish as I read your words. All I can do on my end is let you know that you and your situation are in my prayers. What a horrible situation you are living in and trying to figure out right now. I believe that you can and will find the correct resolution for you and the pup. Again, praying for you. Hugs. |
thank you so much mandies mom...this is so extremely difficult...i believe i did do all the right things and my homework on this breed..Im not a quiter and i will continue to try to train him with a professional ...but in my heart, i dont know if this is fixable..I did let the breeder know about the aggression and its funny she no longer breeds yorkies...I have a trip booked for Feb break for him and i to see the grandparents in Fl...I dont know what Im going to do...thank you for your support..I sometimes feel alone with this issue... |
You are not alone I have read several posts on here with this issue. I am sending positive thoughts and prayers your way. Please keep us posted. |
It doesn't seem love, affection or tenderness toward the dog were mentioned much along with the faults though one can to some degree understand why perhaps. It doesn't sound as if he has the leadership or connection or affection dogs usually need not to become frustrated and unsure. When insecure and uncertain of their leader, the highly emotional terrier will often act out while a big old Bloodhound might not. Continuing to reconsider a rehome fairly soon before things deteriorate might be better for both of you. No doubt there is some lady somewhere fairly near who has worked with dogs like him before, would love and have the time and nature to work with a dog like this and lovingly bring the doggie along to reshape him into a loving pet. It just takes something extra with some dogs sometimes. Don't beat yourself up or think the dog is a bad or anything. Things don't always work out in one home that are perfect for another sometimes. Hopefully better days for both of you are ahead. |
i believe i have mentioned how much i do love him..I have no children and he is my baby.. He has been very well cared for and truly loved by all in my family....Currently im videoing my interaction for him so trainer who comes to my home can view.. |
I'm sorry, I did miss that. Well, if love is there and you want to keep him, I'm so hoping the trainer or even a behaviorist can help. |
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The Azores are beautiful, but very expensive to go to. They are lucky :) Keep working your yorkie back into shape, I'm sure you can do it ;) |
I have never had an aggressive dog until I got Gracie. She did show aggressive tendencies as a puppy that actually scared me a bit. I had never had a terrier and was stumped at first about how to deal with this personality issue. I found the rolled up newspaper thing worked best. She never bit me or even attempted to except in play but she would challenge me and growl at times. The rolled up newspaper hit against the coffee table or my hand really impressed her. The loud noise catches their attention when they are in the midst of a power play. I felt like I was being mean using the newspaper but it worked. Now I have a very tenacious but well behaved little dog. She knows she is not in charge. She may push her boundaries now and then but if I pull out that rolled up newspaper her memory of the rules comes back quickly. Terriers do have a tendency to be aggressive and that tendency needs to be nipped in the bud. You cannot hit or bully them or it will make the problem worse. There is a certain tone of voice they respond to as well. It is not how loud but how dominating you sound that matters. |
I do not have much advice for you, but I can tell you that I have spoiled every Yorkie that I have ever had and it never amounted to them having aggression issues. We do have a yorkie that I do believe was the result of poor breeding and he has had alot of physcological issues. We have come along way for sure. I have worked with him for 2 years and he is finally a well rounded dog most of the time:) Good luck! |
My daugher is a very passive person and lets our dogs take advantage of her in ways no one else in the house will tolerate. Thank goodness we don't have alpha dogs or there would be problems. In my opinion, no amount of training from a personal trainer would change my daughter. I say this because I have had a lifetime of observing animal behavior. It's not about using force to get your dogs (animals) to listen, it is about body language and voice tones and asserting your authority in a way they understand. Some people don't have that ability (my dd being one) and until I had my dd, I never would have admitted that animals really could be superior over humans. It's who she is, it's her personality. If she is going to have pets in her future, she is going to have to be very careful about picking out one. She will be better off going with an older dog where it's personality can be assessed prior. In some cases, I do feel rehoming is the best answer for everyone, especially when you admit you are afraid. Im so sorry. |
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