Can Someone Help Me Please?
 

Hi I am new here and have a HUGE problem with a puppy I purchased from a "breeder". The dog will not listen, stay still for even a second, poops, pees on floor & carpet after constant crate training efforts. She is so hyper that no one can stand to hold her. Is this the results of inbred or are yorkies always like this? Someone please help me because I am at my wits end!

The puppy was a small fortune as well because it was supposed to be "teacup" and has gown to a be a fairly large yorkie. I have since found out there is no such thing as teacup puppies.

Anyway, Please help me!

Thank you :animal36

How old is she? How long have you had her? Would you please describe the hyper behavior you mentioned? Does she not want to be touched?

First of all, welcome to YorkieTalk. I am sorry you are having problems with your little one. Yorkies have a reputation for being difficult to potty train. It takes a lot of time, patience, and perserverance on your part.

And yes, Yorkies are very intelligent and tend to be very active and very demanding little dogs. That is one of their most endearing qualities.

I can't help with the crate training because I don't crate my dogs, but I can tell you that if you are patient and consistent and stay viligent your little guy will catch on to the potty rules at your house. My dogs are trained to go on potty pads -- soon after the first of the year I hope to have a play yard for them and I plan to retrain them to go outside with potty pads inside for use during the night and bad weather.

One of the big things to remember about yorkies is that they are a true terrier - very intelligent, somewhat stubborn, and bred to hunt. There are many excellent books available about yorkies, understanding their personality, and training.

She is probably just being a puppy!!! I have 4 dogs and the youngest is a puppy I just got a week ago at 6 months from the breeder. She too is not getting the hang of potty training yet and has her wild times where she is like a crazy possessed animal!!! It takes time and patience and she will learn to go where she is supossed to and calm down when she is older. Try and wear her out with walks or play time, throwing toys etc. Sounds like she is just a very active puppy. When she calms down, reward her behaviour. Hang in there she will turn into a loving family member.

:rolleyes: Where are my manners??:rolleyes:??!! Welcome to YorkieTalk! :D

A lot of consistency...
A lot of patience...
A lot of love...

It will all work out. ;)

Hi, thank you for responding!

She is approx 7-months old, She is CRAZY hyper to say the least. If you pick her up to cuddle, pet or whatever, she wiggles and goes nuts. Like almost trying to fly out of your arms. She runs through the house like a crazy rapid dog. LOL I don't know what else to say, but everyone (company) that comes over they are like here is your dog and we have to put her in the bathroom until they leave, because no one can handle her hyper behavior. It is so sad for the dog too, because I am sure she does not want to be this way.

Hope this explains.

Thank you again

That does sound extreme. Puppies do act like that but they are equally cuddly when they get sleepy. I don't know what I would do but you might consider a trainer.

Hi and welcome to yt:) Its sounds like normal puppy behavior, How old is your new babie?? It does get easier with time;) I have 5 , It takes alot of love and devotion, good luck:)

She is 7-months old. I hope it is normal puppy behavior, as I am going as crazy as the dog. :eek: Thank you for welcoming me to yorkie talk

She has been crate training since I got her as a small puppy, 12 weeks old. She does use (when she decides to) pee pads. She also shreds the pee pads to pieces. I have never tried putting her on a leash in the house, but a good idea. I will try anything at this point as we are all miserable with this situation.

Thank you so much!

Hi and welcome to the world of Yorkies!
My Yorkie is now 16 months old. If he could he would do lots of the things that you have described in your posting.

This is my first Yorkie. However, I read extensively about the breed and about training, even before I brought him home. In addition, I heeded the advice of the breeder, which I found extremely helpful.

In good weather, my dog and I walk two miles a day. My husband and I on other days, prepare a "schedule" to keep Remi busy and stimulated. We take him everywhere with us. He loves to ride in the car and he loves meeting new people.

He also is a very big "wiggler". He is just trying to show his affection for people, and I am sure that your pup is doing the same. I would advise you not to keep him away from people because you want to socialize him as much as possible.

I have a large Xpen that I keep in my kitchen. When he cannot be supervised or I have guests or I am cooking, Remi is trained to stay in his pen. He has his bed and toys and is quite content.

I believe that structure, consistency, as well as patience and lots of love are the key ingredients to raising my Yorkie. The obedience training class is lots of fun and adds another dimension to our relationship.

Good luck!

Yeah, did the breeder sell you a "nice piece of bottom land", too? LOL sorry....couldn't resist. ;) j/k Unfortunately, this is all-too-often the sad case.

Hi, and welcome to YT! :wavey: May I ask, did you research the breed before deciding on the Yorkie? The Yorkshire Terrier can be both exciting (for those prepared) and/or exasperating (for those with uninformed expectations). They are a provocative breed that should be researched, and truly wanted before adding to one's life.

Potty training takes patience, Patience, and more PATIENCE. One must be consistent with whatever manner of training is decided.

First off welcome to YT. :D This almost sounds like a yorkie that is picked up by a stranger and wants down to play. or is unsure of the new person holding her. :D :D
I have a 7 month old that is still in training. Lots of patience and love go a long way....;) When she is not tired, she plays hard, and never stops, and at this time does not want to be help. If she has her mind on playing, that is it. but again baby's with another dog around tend to do this more so.
But mine is a cuddly as they come when she wants to. Of course she has her evening times where she will bark for what ever any of the other dogs have, it drives me crazy, but they also grow out of that too.. It is like I am the baby...:eek: :eek:

Yes, I researched the yorkshire terrier breed and did not find anything about extreme hyper behavior. But did read that they are difficult to house break.

She pees and poos right next to her pee pads when she is not shredding the pee pads to pieces.

And yes they did sell me a nice piece of land! :-)

Thank you for welcoming me to yt!