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wemple2 · 05-07-2008, 04:57 PM

Wow, I sure hope you are able to get this resolved. Definitely praise her when she is at her best...ignore her at her worst. But the guarding/growling has to stop...or it will snowball. She has to understand whatever it is she guards is yours to give her and yours to take away from her. But by all means be gentle, you don't want to scare her. Keep your voice, your body actions and your mind calm. Be patient with her, she'll eventually get it...she'll find out what pleases you for the praise...what displeases you by ignoring her behavior. She's a smart cookie...but give her time and of course give her space. Sometimes simply walking away from her is all you'll need to do, or gently coax her to you and away from whatever she's guarding. Gosh, good luck. Maybe a visit to the vet is in order...just to be certain she's not hurt or ill.

LoveMyJake · 05-07-2008, 05:24 PM

Am I understanding correctly that this behavior started after the episode at the groomer's a year ago? It sounds like she was traumatized so she started the guarding thing, and that behavior went on for a long time, and now it is getting more out of control with the more aggressive behavior and biting. Have you had her to the vet during this time, and have you mentioned it while there? If not, I would talk to the vet first and see what they recommend. I would first want to rule out any medical issues that could be causing her behavior. If it's nothing medical, then I would check into training for her. Good luck!!

Yorkie Mom2 · 05-07-2008, 06:20 PM

Wow, it really sounds like she has some issues. I hope you can get them resolved soon. I have no advice but just want to say welcome to yt.

05-07-2008, 04:57 PM	#16
wemple2 Wee Winston Wiggles Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Kewanee, Illinois Posts: 9,666	Wow, I sure hope you are able to get this resolved. Definitely praise her when she is at her best...ignore her at her worst. But the guarding/growling has to stop...or it will snowball. She has to understand whatever it is she guards is yours to give her and yours to take away from her. But by all means be gentle, you don't want to scare her. Keep your voice, your body actions and your mind calm. Be patient with her, she'll eventually get it...she'll find out what pleases you for the praise...what displeases you by ignoring her behavior. She's a smart cookie...but give her time and of course give her space. Sometimes simply walking away from her is all you'll need to do, or gently coax her to you and away from whatever she's guarding. Gosh, good luck. Maybe a visit to the vet is in order...just to be certain she's not hurt or ill. __________________ As Ever, Kathy Intruducing Bentley Winston and Spencer: RIP My Sweet Angels

05-07-2008, 05:24 PM	#17
LoveMyJake I love Jackson too! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,905	Am I understanding correctly that this behavior started after the episode at the groomer's a year ago? It sounds like she was traumatized so she started the guarding thing, and that behavior went on for a long time, and now it is getting more out of control with the more aggressive behavior and biting. Have you had her to the vet during this time, and have you mentioned it while there? If not, I would talk to the vet first and see what they recommend. I would first want to rule out any medical issues that could be causing her behavior. If it's nothing medical, then I would check into training for her. Good luck!! __________________ Selina, mommy to Jake and Jackson. RIP baby Lily Coming soon: Gracie

05-07-2008, 06:20 PM	#18
Yorkie Mom2 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Gallatin, TN Posts: 354 Blog Entries: 1	Wow, it really sounds like she has some issues. I hope you can get them resolved soon. I have no advice but just want to say welcome to yt. __________________ Karen, Porsche's Mom RIP Sweet Bentley Boy