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kennedylconnie · 03-01-2014, 09:57 AM

Hi all!
Just wanted to introduce myself

my name is Connie and my puppies name is Theo. I've never owned a dog before soo this is all new to me. I am paper training Theo and he was doing well but now he's decided to pee on the floor and not on his pee pad. I'm going to start training him outside as soon as the weathers good enough because he was too small when I got him and he didn't like it outside in the snow. Also, he jumps up in your face while playing and bites your nose, lips, etc and brings blood. How do I get him to stop? He doesn't listen. I fear I have spoiled him and given him his own way too much. He sleeps in bed with me and I never got him use to his kennel. Any and all suggestions greatly appreciated. Do I need to go back to square one?

SWHouston · 03-01-2014, 10:39 AM

Welcome to the Forum.

Our Yorkies are basically very clean guys. Puppies grow into that as time passes, and temptations are eliminated. Each time you find an "accident", clean and de-scent (with a spray or wipe) the area, and leave a few Treats in that location. He'll start associating that place with a Living Area, rather than a Potty Area. He's plenty old enough to be taken outside in the cold for a short period, and will understand it's just temporary after a few trips.

Puppies and some older Dogs like to "hold" on to us, some learn to use their paws, but most use their mouths. That's what he's trying to do when he jumps and bites. Sometimes a gruff NO or yelp from you can divert that, but it still doesn't satisfy his need for the physical connection. Try holding a single finger out for him to hold in his mouth. I know his teeth are a little sharp right now, but try not to jerk you hand back if he gets a little too much pressure on your finger. Just do vocals to temper his level down. I use a light Leather Glove for training my pups, but, that's in preparation for a protective mode for their safety at a later point. However, it does permit a rougher level of play, without injury if you'd like to try that.

I have two Kennels (crates) but only use them for Medical Isolation, Transportation or a Jail. I restrict my puppies with Gates to Linoleum Floor areas, until they are Potty Trained, then they have access to all areas 24/7.

Allowing him to sleep in bed with you is common place, and given that I depend on my guys for alerting (barking) should there be a reason, gives me considerable piece of mind, knowing they are right there with me, hear, smell and see infinitely better than me, and are light sleepers as well.

About being spoiled...
Umm, you're going to get as many opinions as to what that takes, as there are Users on this Forum. My guys get kisses, hugs, squeezes, cuddling, petting, vigorous rubs. They're lavished with Treats, taken out for exercise daily (sometimes twice) Groomed regularly and have the best Medical Care available. They have three types of Food (beef/sea/foul) out for them 24/7, water in and outside, and access to a very secure area outside, via a Doggy Door. Have their own individual day (nap) beds on BOTH floors of the house, have Rain and Cold Weather clothing, and, some costuming like for Halloween and Christmas.

But naa, I don't think they're spoiled

nanahas3 · 03-01-2014, 02:16 PM

Welcome to YT! The nipping gets better with time but they need a firm no and walk away when they do it. Ignoring them for a few minutes always seems to work best with ours.

Verbena · 03-01-2014, 06:30 PM

Hello

and welcome to YT. "Yorkies For Dummies" is the first one I recommend."Yorkshire Terriers: A Smart Owners Guide" is the second book. These are excellent resource books. Another book "How to Housebreak Your Dog in 7 Days" Is very helpful. They are not as easy to housebreak. Good luck

Patti · 03-01-2014, 07:01 PM

Welcome. When Cali was a puppy she went through a lunging and nipping stage. I would firmly say No bite and stop playing with her. She grew out of it.

kennedylconnie · 03-02-2014, 11:36 AM

Thank you so much for your advice

I don't know about leaving treats where Theo went potty because he kind of does it wherever he gets the urge if i'm not watching him. And he usually does it when i take my eyes off him for a min lol

03-01-2014, 09:57 AM	#1
kennedylconnie YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 4	4 month old yorkie Hi all! Just wanted to introduce myself my name is Connie and my puppies name is Theo. I've never owned a dog before soo this is all new to me. I am paper training Theo and he was doing well but now he's decided to pee on the floor and not on his pee pad. I'm going to start training him outside as soon as the weathers good enough because he was too small when I got him and he didn't like it outside in the snow. Also, he jumps up in your face while playing and bites your nose, lips, etc and brings blood. How do I get him to stop? He doesn't listen. I fear I have spoiled him and given him his own way too much. He sleeps in bed with me and I never got him use to his kennel. Any and all suggestions greatly appreciated. Do I need to go back to square one?

03-01-2014, 10:39 AM	#2
SWHouston YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Houston, Tx. U.S.A. Posts: 1,537 Blog Entries: 1	Welcome to the Forum. Our Yorkies are basically very clean guys. Puppies grow into that as time passes, and temptations are eliminated. Each time you find an "accident", clean and de-scent (with a spray or wipe) the area, and leave a few Treats in that location. He'll start associating that place with a Living Area, rather than a Potty Area. He's plenty old enough to be taken outside in the cold for a short period, and will understand it's just temporary after a few trips. Puppies and some older Dogs like to "hold" on to us, some learn to use their paws, but most use their mouths. That's what he's trying to do when he jumps and bites. Sometimes a gruff NO or yelp from you can divert that, but it still doesn't satisfy his need for the physical connection. Try holding a single finger out for him to hold in his mouth. I know his teeth are a little sharp right now, but try not to jerk you hand back if he gets a little too much pressure on your finger. Just do vocals to temper his level down. I use a light Leather Glove for training my pups, but, that's in preparation for a protective mode for their safety at a later point. However, it does permit a rougher level of play, without injury if you'd like to try that. I have two Kennels (crates) but only use them for Medical Isolation, Transportation or a Jail. I restrict my puppies with Gates to Linoleum Floor areas, until they are Potty Trained, then they have access to all areas 24/7. Allowing him to sleep in bed with you is common place, and given that I depend on my guys for alerting (barking) should there be a reason, gives me considerable piece of mind, knowing they are right there with me, hear, smell and see infinitely better than me, and are light sleepers as well. About being spoiled... Umm, you're going to get as many opinions as to what that takes, as there are Users on this Forum. My guys get kisses, hugs, squeezes, cuddling, petting, vigorous rubs. They're lavished with Treats, taken out for exercise daily (sometimes twice) Groomed regularly and have the best Medical Care available. They have three types of Food (beef/sea/foul) out for them 24/7, water in and outside, and access to a very secure area outside, via a Doggy Door. Have their own individual day (nap) beds on BOTH floors of the house, have Rain and Cold Weather clothing, and, some costuming like for Halloween and Christmas. But naa, I don't think they're spoiled __________________ Dogs know that you love them, weather you own them or not Mbrs of YT Teapot Club: SNEAKERS since Apr 2011, Ichabod SOON ! RIP my darling Becca.

03-01-2014, 02:16 PM	#3
nanahas3 ♥Love My Snuggle Bugs♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Missouri Posts: 4,290	Welcome to YT! The nipping gets better with time but they need a firm no and walk away when they do it. Ignoring them for a few minutes always seems to work best with ours. __________________ *CharleneMama to Laddy and Kyra and Always in our hearts Lolita*

03-01-2014, 06:30 PM	#4
Verbena Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: with my flying monkeys Posts: 15,620 Blog Entries: 7	Hello and welcome to YT. "Yorkies For Dummies" is the first one I recommend."Yorkshire Terriers: A Smart Owners Guide" is the second book. These are excellent resource books. Another book "How to Housebreak Your Dog in 7 Days" Is very helpful. They are not as easy to housebreak. Good luck __________________ Teri . . . Galen Jameson Frazier Seraphina Luna Rosencrantz, Saber Tooth Tiger, Pussy Willow Pandora Guildenstern

03-01-2014, 07:01 PM	#5
Patti Donating YT 30K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 35,509 Blog Entries: 6	Welcome. When Cali was a puppy she went through a lunging and nipping stage. I would firmly say No bite and stop playing with her. She grew out of it. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : RIP Nikki; RIP Maya;RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

03-02-2014, 11:36 AM	#6
kennedylconnie YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 4	4 month old yorkie Thank you so much for your advice I don't know about leaving treats where Theo went potty because he kind of does it wherever he gets the urge if i'm not watching him. And he usually does it when i take my eyes off him for a min lol