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A good bit of exercise would probably help the excitement and energy... Or give her a "job".. I wouldn't say to do a marathon because she's so young but I'm sure she'd enjoy it.. A very secure fenced in area for her to run in (a friend or family's yard), some puzzle treat toys, etc... Keep her mind stimulated.. I was around a yorkie who was like that as well and her owners did what I recommended to you and there was a huge improvement. |
Hi and welcome to YT....my babies are very hyper too but they do settle down eventually. Whenever they come running towards me the first thing they do is jump at me to kiss my face. I always grab them and hold them tight to me and say settle until they do. Once they settle down they usually go and play like maniacs with each other. This is where a second one comes in handly. They tucker each other out and play like crazy. Mine have also been difficult to train. Like yours mine were shredding the pads to pieces, even after buying the tray to keep them secure. I finally am using washable pads but at times they try to drag them along too. I put something heavy on the one end to keep it in place. They are 100% trained on a pad when in their xpen but when free will take every opportunity to mess on the carpet, floor, behind the couch etc. All it takes is one second to look away and it's done. Try holding your pup closely to you until she settles. After a few times she should catch on and settle down much quicker. Good luck!! |
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The land is great! Thanks for asking! :-) I would never wring her neck, but I sure feel like it. ;) Thank you again!! Merry Christmas to you all! |
It seems to me that Phoebe made a major change after she turned a year old...she is really mellow now. When we first got her, and for the first year, she was a major wiggle butt, and very very active. now, when we first get home, she is so wiggly, I can barely hold her. Sounds alot like your wiggle bug. But then she calms down. maybe once your girl is a little older it will be easier? Carson, who is 11 months, is just now starting to settle too. He was pretty active as a young pup. Still does some pacing and moves very fast all the time. But now he will settle and lay by my feet once in awhile. At least for a few seconds (teehee) Hang in there. Your girl is still a baby! And btw, we are still working on potty training Carson. Phoebe is pretty good, but she will have accidents if I forget to take her out. And yes, she prefers to poo in the warm house, doggone it. So i have to keep an eye on her and make sure she gets out at the right time. BTW, she's 20 months old. Merry Christmas, and hugs to your wiggle worm! deb |
Exercise - Yes! Our first little boy, Rowdy, would get VERY hyper in the evenings. So, I just took him out on the sidewalk (no collar or leash) and let him follow me. We didn't have to go too far till he was pooped out! Then he would rest and be "normal" the rest of the evening. I'd do this routine anytime he got out of control. It really helps. When he got bigger, I put his harness and leash on him to do the routine. It always works to curb out of control behavior. I think that type of behavior is a sign of not enough exercise - as silly as it sounds - they seem to exercise all the time. But try a long walk (or as long as she will tolerate) and see what happens. |
I agree taking walks ,playing outside helps with the hyper problem. Also getting a ex-pen will help when you are away or when you have people over . I have a hyper one he is now 2 years old and a sweetheart. Dont give up on your little one. The breeder also told me Peanut would be a little one .But he is 14lbs now. Just more to love. We got a second one he is now 18lbs and my big baby. make a towel/sheet with knots and trail it behind you this will help with playing . Good Luck with your baby. Merry Christmas and Have Happy New Year |
Keep your dog very well exercised and mentally challenged. Long walks, agility practice. Kong toys are good and sold at most pet stores, http://www.kongcompany.com/. Dont get too frustrated with your puppy, try to remember that when the dog pees or poops in the house, its your fault. You the one that forgot to take them outside, they are the ones still elarning. Best way to potty train is to not give them a chance to make a mistake, take them out constantly. |
One more idea for you. I have one that also is a teapot and has these really crazy times. I put a tee shirt on her and she is a changed girl. It is kind of like swaddling a baby. It works for me on the crazy behavior. Might be worth a try. Welcome to YT. |
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Welcome to YT. You have came to a great place to get some help. How much time does your puppy spend in the crate? Too much crate time can make her very hyper!!! How much time does she spend with you or other people? Sounds to me like she is just very excited to see people she is running around like a crazy furbaby. Also wondering how much exercise she is getting? Perhaps if she got some exercise she would calm down a bit. I hope you find the answers you are looking for. Yorkies are the sweetest breed ever but ALL puppy's take lots of work....but they are sooooo worthy it!!! |
Consider a trainer but I also think she may need some more one on one time. She may not be getting all the attention she needs. Try taking her for walks to help tire her out.. But I would definately try to spend more time with her playing, handling, talking, etc.etc. |
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eta - I currently have 5 pee pads laying around... I had to put two on the bottom of the cat tree because its the same color as the pads and they go on it.. lol |
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