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spiritwings1202 · 06-10-2013, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly

Distracting him is a good way. Say "uh oh" when he starts, moving him aside and getting his attention onto something else - get him a chewie or toss a ball or get him playing with something, let him outside or take him for a walk. Others will get up and walk away from the dog the moment he starts to lick, thus denying him the object of his licking. Others remove the dog from the room the moment he starts to lick. I like to train a dog in obedience, get him working learning things. This tends to keep the dog busy and teaches him the importance of learning to obey commands that I give him. Then I teach him "Leave it!" as one of the commands - make it into a game - and the moment he starts in to lick after that, I say "Leave it!" and he happily and immediately backs off, waiting for his paycheck for leaving it! He's thrilled to back off because in the game of "Leave it!", he wins the game by backing off and waiting for his paycheck treat. He always gets it. I make a big deal of the leaving it and really celebrate when a dog does that. If you want, I'll post my training instructions for training the "Leave it!" game. Tibbe will leave chicken lying in the floor to get his treat he loves playing the game so much. Those are a few suggestions but getting a dog working learning obedience commands can help stop so many behavior problems and start them on the road to recovery. And it "teaches" them the fine art of doing what you say to do. It can be a big win-win for you and the dog.

But do read all you can about OCD behavior and how to correct it and choose the best method for you and your dog. Usually it does take a combination of things to help them and soon they get the message of what boundaries they can and cannot cross.

Thanks so much!!!

Fritz n Sophie · 06-10-2013, 01:24 PM

Lots of great information! Thanks all!

chachi · 06-10-2013, 01:32 PM

Some yorkies are more licky than others. My jewels does it and i am fine with it unless its to the face then i stop her and she gets offended that i made her stop

Teresa Ford · 06-10-2013, 04:56 PM

Why Do They LICK So Much ?
Trainers study behavior and I have studied licking. I know we have to [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]train[/COLOR][/COLOR] therapy dogs NOT to lick. This is my personal thoughts about licking. 1. Affection, short little licks, show affection 2. Excitement, Rapid excited licking, is to calm down. We have trained our Yorkies that friendly nipping and mouthing is not acceptable. Some dogs will grab a toy to control this nipping behavior. 3. [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]Grooming[/COLOR][/COLOR], Slow leisurely licking is mutual grooming behavior. They are grooming you, they can not hold a comb or brush, you but they can lick you. Some trainers call this parenting behavior. Both male and female [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]dogs [COLOR=green !important]lick[/COLOR][/COLOR][/COLOR] puppies and other dogs. 4.Ownership, Claiming licks are different in the tempo and manner. Often the dog will put both paws on the person claiming them and will sometimes jump to get to the face area. I have noticed that dogs who are allowed to do this claiming type licking may growl and even bite if interrupted. And they don't want others to show or get affection with their person. 5. Appeasement Licking is similar to what small [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]puppies[/COLOR][/COLOR] do to show they are humble and friendly. Sometime this type of licking is accompanied by submissive posture and even belly up position. 6. Enough Kisses is a gently spoken cue for them to stop licking. It is important to end the licking on your terms. I am surprised that people often bulk at this simple discipline. It is mentally healthy for your dog to know when enough is, is enough. Sometimes I can almost 'see' a dog sigh in relief when told Enough Kisses.

auntielaurie · 06-10-2013, 08:37 PM

We have one yorkie that we call Snake Dog. Her tung is always going. I know some yorkies do this. She will also lick the floor and it's not because there is food on the floor. When I want to give her some extra lovin I put her on my bed and she will lick my feet, leg, whatever.It ends up with me putting her down on the floor. I'm pretty sure she's just trying to show me that she loves me but I don't like it over and over..a hug would be nice.

06-10-2013, 01:24 PM	#17
Fritz n Sophie YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Kennesaw, GA, USA Posts: 582 Blog Entries: 1	Lots of great information! Thanks all! __________________ Libby, Mom to Fritzand Sophie

06-10-2013, 01:32 PM	#18
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	Some yorkies are more licky than others. My jewels does it and i am fine with it unless its to the face then i stop her and she gets offended that i made her stop __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

06-10-2013, 04:56 PM	#19
Teresa Ford Therapy Yorkies Work Donating Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Central, Florida Posts: 3,863	Why Do They LICK So Much ? Trainers study behavior and I have studied licking. I know we have to [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]train[/COLOR][/COLOR] therapy dogs NOT to lick. This is my personal thoughts about licking. 1. Affection, short little licks, show affection 2. Excitement, Rapid excited licking, is to calm down. We have trained our Yorkies that friendly nipping and mouthing is not acceptable. Some dogs will grab a toy to control this nipping behavior. 3. [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]Grooming[/COLOR][/COLOR], Slow leisurely licking is mutual grooming behavior. They are grooming you, they can not hold a comb or brush, you but they can lick you. Some trainers call this parenting behavior. Both male and female [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]dogs [COLOR=green !important]lick[/COLOR][/COLOR][/COLOR] puppies and other dogs. 4.Ownership, Claiming licks are different in the tempo and manner. Often the dog will put both paws on the person claiming them and will sometimes jump to get to the face area. I have noticed that dogs who are allowed to do this claiming type licking may growl and even bite if interrupted. And they don't want others to show or get affection with their person. 5. Appeasement Licking is similar to what small [COLOR=green !important][COLOR=green !important]puppies[/COLOR][/COLOR] do to show they are humble and friendly. Sometime this type of licking is accompanied by submissive posture and even belly up position. 6. Enough Kisses is a gently spoken cue for them to stop licking. It is important to end the licking on your terms. I am surprised that people often bulk at this simple discipline. It is mentally healthy for your dog to know when enough is, is enough. Sometimes I can almost 'see' a dog sigh in relief when told Enough Kisses. __________________ Teresa & Rubin, Gracie, Abba, Ginny Joy and Julia Rose Act like a dog, be kind, forgiving, and loyal.

06-10-2013, 08:37 PM	#20
auntielaurie No Longer a Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Onalaska Wa. Posts: 107	We have one yorkie that we call Snake Dog. Her tung is always going. I know some yorkies do this. She will also lick the floor and it's not because there is food on the floor. When I want to give her some extra lovin I put her on my bed and she will lick my feet, leg, whatever.It ends up with me putting her down on the floor. I'm pretty sure she's just trying to show me that she loves me but I don't like it over and over..a hug would be nice.