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jillianashley · 01-27-2009, 12:48 PM

Hello!
I have a sweet little girl, named Maggie. I love her so much, but she has become more and more needy. If I am taking a bath she whines until I get out. If I am on the computer she has to be in my lap or she whines. I can not do anything without her, or she throws a fit and whines. The last time she was left home alone she tore up the blinds to see out, and was a mess when I got home. I love her dearly, but I want to be able to take a bath, read a book or go run errands without having to watch her or have someone babysit her. Please, any advice? Anyone going through this as well?

ARCHIE · 01-27-2009, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by jillianashley

Hello!
I have a sweet little girl, named Maggie. I love her so much, but she has become more and more needy. If I am taking a bath she whines until I get out. If I am on the computer she has to be in my lap or she whines. I can not do anything without her, or she throws a fit and whines. The last time she was left home alone she tore up the blinds to see out, and was a mess when I got home. I love her dearly, but I want to be able to take a bath, read a book or go run errands without having to watch her or have someone babysit her. Please, any advice? Anyone going through this as well?

Welcome to the world of Yorkie!
Yep, I think most of us have gone through the samething.
As she get's older it will become less. I have taken a bath
every night my whole life, candles, wine the whole bit.
My kids say that's how I lost 2" I just shrunk away from the hot
water. LOL
Anyhow after getting Buddy it was so bad with him whinning
over the tub I stopped! Been taking showers for the past several
years. I do take a bath on the weekends and he seems to have
outgrown this behavior now. Give it time I'm guessing she's still
a baby.
They just don't want to be alone as puppies but when she mature's
she should outgrow most of this.

Lexi Rae · 01-27-2009, 01:05 PM

welcome...glad you joined us...
i must say, your not alone . lexi to this day is up my butt and she will be
4 years old soon... it does get better though, i will promise you that..
they just want to be loved and have all the attention.

chandracz · 01-27-2009, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by jillianashley

Hello!
I have a sweet little girl, named Maggie. I love her so much, but she has become more and more needy. If I am taking a bath she whines until I get out. If I am on the computer she has to be in my lap or she whines. I can not do anything without her, or she throws a fit and whines. The last time she was left home alone she tore up the blinds to see out, and was a mess when I got home. I love her dearly, but I want to be able to take a bath, read a book or go run errands without having to watch her or have someone babysit her. Please, any advice? Anyone going through this as well?

Hi there!

Welcome to the forum! My baby Bailey is the same way after 5 years. I don't mean to dsicourage you, but he hasn't gotten any better since he was a puppy. I can't take a bath, I can't close the door, I can't go to the bathroom without him attacking the bathroom door... When I leave the house he throw a temper tantrum. I've gone through 3 trainers and two puppy classes and I DO work with him!!!! He's just a stubborn little thing. I wish you luck! If you find anything that works for you, please pass the information along.

QuickSilver · 01-27-2009, 01:27 PM

She sounds like she has separation anxiety. Why don't you do a search on YT about this? There is a ton of information here on that topic.

Also, you can try to help her (a) become more independent, (b) attach to other people, and (c) attach to other dogs. For independence, you can try bully sticks or flossies - most dogs LOVE to chew on these for hours by themselves. For other people, do you have friends, family who can play with him more? For dogs, try setting up some doggie playdates, or doggie daycare.

mckinser · 01-28-2009, 08:28 AM

I have three yorkies and they are the same, every move I make they are right behind me. Layla is 2 yrs. Chase is 1 yr. and Bella is 6 mths old. As far as saying it gets better with age, I'm not so sure I agree with that. I think we as furbaby parents just learn to adjust to their neediness. I have to say honestly that I love the attention. Try to visualize sitting at your computer doing homework with three yorkies on your lap, chasing the cursor on the computer screen. It is times like this that I take them out and play until they are tired, so that when we come back in they nap and I get my work done. Welcome to the wonderful of yorkies.

ChaseTyMadi · 01-28-2009, 09:28 AM

Toby is the same way. You HAVE to try bully sticks! If there's something I need to do without him following me and staying underfoot, I give him a bully stick. When he has it, it's the only thing on his mind. But be careful from buying from the stores...some of them stink to high heaven, lol. There's a member here on YT that sells them at a great price and they don't smell. Her link is www.westbrookdog.com. (I hope it's ok to post her link on here) Hope this helps.

Yorkieforme · 01-28-2009, 09:42 AM

Hi and welcome to YT!!
Now you are just like all of us YT'ers....you are now OWNED by a Yorkie!!
KiKi is the same way...some days you would think she is dying she cries/whines so hard...they do get better....but it's just Yorkie love!!

lil fu fu girl · 01-28-2009, 09:43 AM

Hi....
I am definitely in agreement with everyone else. I have a six year old girl, who is just everywhere I go. My son always hums the song," and everywhere mary went the lamb was sure to go""!!! But after awhile you get use to them following you around. When I take a shower I always leave the door cracked a smidge so that they can sneak in. When I have to go to the doctors, we tell them that we are going there and that we will be back soon. They seem to understand when we say be back soon. I definitely think two are easier then one, in this circumstance. That way when you have to go out, they have each other.

Yorkieforme · 01-28-2009, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by ChaseTyMadi

Toby is the same way. You HAVE to try bully sticks! If there's something I need to do without him following me and staying underfoot, I give him a bully stick. When he has it, it's the only thing on his mind. But be careful from buying from the stores...some of them stink to high heaven, lol. There's a member here on YT that sells them at a great price and they don't smell. Her link is www.westbrookdog.com. (I hope it's ok to post her link on here) Hope this helps.

Thanks for the link Crystal...I have heard a lot of YT'ers talk about these bully sticks...I am going to check into getting some for KiKi!

LittleLily · 01-28-2009, 09:52 AM

I agree, they rule the house. Just like toddlers, ignore them when they are acting up. They were generally get the clue if you do not cater to their whining. They loveeeeeeeeee to be paid attention to and most of the time that is not a problem at all, however, they need to know that that there are times when they can't be the center of attention. Try ignoring it, while reassuring them everything is okay. I find when I need to get work done and will need time alone, I play with her first, so she tires out. That usually works.
Most of the time, I have to say, we have been blessed with an angel.

Yorkiekids · 01-28-2009, 09:52 AM

Sorry you're having such problems. Mine follow me every where I go too. My husband says one day their going to crawl up my butt. I don't have problems when I leave, because they keep each other company. I don't know if this will work, but maybe if you take a bath without the candles, and let her come in with you she'll see what's going on, and become disinterested. Of course you'll have to take a shower when you're done.

chandracz · 01-28-2009, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Yorkieforme

Thanks for the link Crystal...I have heard a lot of YT'ers talk about these bully sticks...I am going to check into getting some for KiKi!

Just be careful with how much of the bullystick your little one consumes because my little one has had bathroom problems and an upset tummy from eating eating too much at one time. I will only give it to him for 10 min. a night or he gets sick.

mscat · 01-28-2009, 01:11 PM

Bully sticks are a great distraction... And try giving her little puppy toys too. She might just need other things to do while your busy.. Find what she really likes and can get excited about! Otherwise all her attention will be on you

Yorkieforme · 01-28-2009, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by chandracz

Just be careful with how much of the bullystick your little one consumes because my little one has had bathroom problems and an upset tummy from eating eating too much at one time. I will only give it to him for 10 min. a night or he gets sick.

Ohhh thanks for the warning...I just placed an order for some of these!

I will be sure to monitor how much of it she eats!

01-27-2009, 12:48 PM	#1
jillianashley YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Evansville, Indiana, USA Posts: 2	I need help with a very needy Yorkie! Hello! I have a sweet little girl, named Maggie. I love her so much, but she has become more and more needy. If I am taking a bath she whines until I get out. If I am on the computer she has to be in my lap or she whines. I can not do anything without her, or she throws a fit and whines. The last time she was left home alone she tore up the blinds to see out, and was a mess when I got home. I love her dearly, but I want to be able to take a bath, read a book or go run errands without having to watch her or have someone babysit her. Please, any advice? Anyone going through this as well?

01-27-2009, 01:05 PM	#3
Lexi Rae Gina, (Lexi's Mommy) Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: LONG ISLAND,NY Posts: 10,455	welcome...glad you joined us... i must say, your not alone . lexi to this day is up my butt and she will be 4 years old soon... it does get better though, i will promise you that.. they just want to be loved and have all the attention. __________________ Gina & Lexi CLICK HERE for our Photo Album ...

01-28-2009, 08:28 AM	#6
mckinser Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 55	I have three yorkies and they are the same, every move I make they are right behind me. Layla is 2 yrs. Chase is 1 yr. and Bella is 6 mths old. As far as saying it gets better with age, I'm not so sure I agree with that. I think we as furbaby parents just learn to adjust to their neediness. I have to say honestly that I love the attention. Try to visualize sitting at your computer doing homework with three yorkies on your lap, chasing the cursor on the computer screen. It is times like this that I take them out and play until they are tired, so that when we come back in they nap and I get my work done. Welcome to the wonderful of yorkies. Attached Thumbnails

01-28-2009, 09:28 AM	#7
ChaseTyMadi Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Smyrna, TN, USA Posts: 18	Toby is the same way. You HAVE to try bully sticks! If there's something I need to do without him following me and staying underfoot, I give him a bully stick. When he has it, it's the only thing on his mind. But be careful from buying from the stores...some of them stink to high heaven, lol. There's a member here on YT that sells them at a great price and they don't smell. Her link is www.westbrookdog.com. (I hope it's ok to post her link on here) Hope this helps. __________________ ~Crystal~

01-28-2009, 09:42 AM	#8
Yorkieforme YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Windsor, Ontario Canada Posts: 1,138 Blog Entries: 1	Hi and welcome to YT!! Now you are just like all of us YT'ers....you are now OWNED by a Yorkie!! KiKi is the same way...some days you would think she is dying she cries/whines so hard...they do get better....but it's just Yorkie love!! __________________ Natalie & KiKi

01-27-2009, 01:27 PM	#5
QuickSilver Thor's Human Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 5,929 Blog Entries: 31	She sounds like she has separation anxiety. Why don't you do a search on YT about this? There is a ton of information here on that topic. Also, you can try to help her (a) become more independent, (b) attach to other people, and (c) attach to other dogs. For independence, you can try bully sticks or flossies - most dogs LOVE to chew on these for hours by themselves. For other people, do you have friends, family who can play with him more? For dogs, try setting up some doggie playdates, or doggie daycare.

01-28-2009, 09:43 AM	#9
lil fu fu girl No Longer a Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,410	Hi.... I am definitely in agreement with everyone else. I have a six year old girl, who is just everywhere I go. My son always hums the song," and everywhere mary went the lamb was sure to go""!!! But after awhile you get use to them following you around. When I take a shower I always leave the door cracked a smidge so that they can sneak in. When I have to go to the doctors, we tell them that we are going there and that we will be back soon. They seem to understand when we say be back soon. I definitely think two are easier then one, in this circumstance. That way when you have to go out, they have each other.

01-28-2009, 09:52 AM	#11
LittleLily Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: maine Posts: 45	I agree, they rule the house. Just like toddlers, ignore them when they are acting up. They were generally get the clue if you do not cater to their whining. They loveeeeeeeeee to be paid attention to and most of the time that is not a problem at all, however, they need to know that that there are times when they can't be the center of attention. Try ignoring it, while reassuring them everything is okay. I find when I need to get work done and will need time alone, I play with her first, so she tires out. That usually works. Most of the time, I have to say, we have been blessed with an angel.

01-28-2009, 09:52 AM	#12
Yorkiekids Piper & Sebastian Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: florida Posts: 14,495	Sorry you're having such problems. Mine follow me every where I go too. My husband says one day their going to crawl up my butt. I don't have problems when I leave, because they keep each other company. I don't know if this will work, but maybe if you take a bath without the candles, and let her come in with you she'll see what's going on, and become disinterested. Of course you'll have to take a shower when you're done. __________________ Susan, Piper ,Harley & Suiki

01-28-2009, 01:11 PM	#14
mscat YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Hanford, CA Posts: 4,895	Bully sticks are a great distraction... And try giving her little puppy toys too. She might just need other things to do while your busy.. Find what she really likes and can get excited about! Otherwise all her attention will be on you __________________ "No matter how little money & how few possessions, you own, having a dog makes you rich."