Originally Posted by CaLi19GyRL (Post 1872652)

Maxx is 9 weeks today and we've had him for exactly 1 week. Damian is almost 3.....he knows to be gentle with small dogs and is never unsupervised near Maxx. I just don't know what to do, or how to make Maxx mre trusting of my son....when he gets older(Maxx) will he be more loving towards him?? Or is this kinda a lost cause?? anyone w/experie:questione nce???


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Originally Posted by MyFairLacy (Post 1872694)

I should have said that toddlers are capable of being careful with a dog if they are supervised and told what to do and not to do. But you never want to leave a child and dog alone together...too many things can happen.

Everyone has their opinions on yorkies and children. I personally don't think it's normally a good match (although in some cases it's fine when the parent is responsible).

Originally Posted by jrsygal37 (Post 1873279)

9 Weeks is very young. If you don't mind me asking where did you get him from? Elaine

Originally Posted by MindieRose (Post 1873289)

I agree. My kids were all raised with dogs, small dogs, and they are great with them. Not because they were born that way, but because I have had to teach them and teach them to respect the dog, and teach the dog to be patient and tolerant with the children. Its training them both, not just one or the other. Not all owners of dogs with toddlers do that.

Its way early to throw in the towel with your puppy. I am sure that he will warm up to your son over time, as long as your son is taught to respect the dog. You should also have a safe spot for you dog to go to that he is safe from your son. My kids know that if the dogs go to bed, that's their safe place, and there is no bothering them there. Odds are the dog has had enough play time, and needs to rest.
Gosh, maybe I need a safe spot! :D

Originally Posted by CaLi19GyRL (Post 1872634)

Okay sooooooo I get Maxx so my son can have a "best friend" but it's not working out, and I need help!! We've only had him for a week, so it might get better, I hope!! My son is very good with small dogs, my mom has chihuahuas and actually she just got a puppy, same age as Maxx. Damian fell in love with her and she licks his face and lets him hold her etc... so then we got Maxx so he can have a dog at our house that daddy & I like and aren't going to be allergic to dog hair all over the place.....yorkie it is!!! :0) My fav! Anyway sooooo Maxx seems to be terrified of Damian. My son hasn't don anything to the dog but try to pet him, and he always wants to hold him, but the dog won't cuddle with him at all, it's the weirdest thing. Maxx with be sitting with me, then Damian will come up & pet him while saying "nice touches", which is that I taught him, and Maxx he freak out and get up & run. So I need help, it's breaking my heart that my son wants to love Maxx so bad, any ideas on how to establish this "friendship" :animal-pa

Originally Posted by CaLi19GyRL (Post 1872687)

Thank you!!! I do hope he comes around, I knwo he is very young and just dont' want him traumatized. When Damian gets in his hyper modes lol I put Maxx is his crate, or sometimes I look for him & he is already there....so I find that a plus that he feels safe in his crate....I hope it works out for us, as it did for you, b/c Damian loves him so much!!!

Originally Posted by Proud Mommy (Post 1873476)

That is good he feels safe there but he should not be taught to "hide" in his crate out of fear:( Instead of putting Max in his crate your son needs to be removed from the room. Max is being taught to be scared of your son:thumbdown

Originally Posted by MyFairLacy (Post 1872694)

I should have said that toddlers are capable of being careful with a dog if they are supervised and told what to do and not to do. But you never want to leave a child and dog alone together...too many things can happen.

Everyone has their opinions on yorkies and children. I personally don't think it's normally a good match (although in some cases it's fine when the parent is responsible).

Originally Posted by TammyJM (Post 1872678)

I do not agree that toddlers are not capable of being careful with Yorkies. We have had Livi for a year and she came to us as a young puppy and she has a great relationship with both of my toddlers. My daughter is 4 and a half and my son just turned 3 this month....so obvioulsy, they were both little when she came into our lives. I can honestly say that Livi has not once been hurt by my children. Yes, I do agree with Michele that they do need supervision...just because these guys are so tiny. I know that my kiddos would not purposely hurt Livi, but accidents can happen. Maybe it is just too soon for Maxx to feel completely comfortable around your son. Each dog has its own personality and maybe he is just more shy and likes things quiet...or maybe that is the enviroment he came from and he needs time to adapt. Maxx may just be scared because he is not used to hearing a toddler playing and running...we, as parents, get pretty immune to how loud they can be. :rolleyes: Just give him some time and I would make sure that he feels safe. Quiet calm sitting on the floor, while I held him and I would make my son get on the floor and quietly love on him. He will get used to your son, it may just take him some extra time.

Tammy

Originally Posted by marymccormick22 (Post 1873436)

I believe it depends on the dog. Rascal's favorite is toddlers. He loves small children and he is very good with them. I'm not sure how old your son is. Maybe if you limit their time together at first until he gets use to the child. Maybe even let the dog sleep with one of your sons stuffed animals so he can get used to the scent.

Originally Posted by Proud Mommy (Post 1873503)

I had to add to this because I read it as a post and it seemed a little rude:( That was not my intention:( I have a 6 year old and when he gets too rambunctious I send him to play elsewhere. If our dogs learn to fear load noises from children it is very difficult to un do:( and your baby being only 9 weeks I would hate for him to learn at such a young age to be frightened of your son.

I sure hope that came out clearer this time.:D

Originally Posted by CaLi19GyRL (Post 1877580)

No prob!! I understand. He does seem to be afraid of him, and I'm working on that, not forcing him to be around him & such. It is hard to calm down a toddler who wants nothing more then to hold the puppy ro give him a kiss. He isn't doing anything mean, just the dog is a little nervous around him. I am taking everyone's advice and I truly hope it works out. My sister who has a chihuahua didn't really socialize him, so now he snaps & bites everyone except her and my mom....and that is NOT going to happen!! We are also going to do "puppy traning classes" @ Petsmart, so hopefully being around all the other dogs/people will help. Honestly though so far it is just Damian he is afraid of.....uugghh :confused: