Attacked by a breeders yorkie

[ckuz13]

I posted this on another thread but I need some quick advice..I went to see some puppies tonight. The breeder said the parents had such loving and sweet dispositions. They ( mom,dad & pups) were gorgeous. Just what I was looking for. The mom was so upset with us being there though. She would not let me pet her or pick her up. She ran from me. The dad let me hold him but was very shaky and nervous. The mom was barking and running around the entire time. I thought she was displaying normal protective instincts over her babies but it made me wonder if she had a poor temperament. We decided to sleep on it tonight and I said I would call the breeder in the a.m to let her know if we decide to come back to get one of the pups. As we we were leaving and exiting the front door, the mom yorkie semi- aggressively nipped at my pant leg and tried to bite my sandal. Was this because she thought I was taking one of her babies or was this a red flag. The breeder said she never acted that way before but I wonder? should we buy one of these pups..? Need some serious help..thanks

[Lyz517]

How old were these pups? Moms usually are protective during the first few weeks and losen up during, after weaning.

[Lyz517]

I have to say that nipping your pants and biting your sandal, I would likely not purchase. I visited with a breeder once, pups were 9 wks of age and the mother dog was the sweetest. She would even lay on her back for us to rub her tummy.

[bjh]

If the mom was not properly socialized and is not used to being around strangers, plus having puppies, then the behavior would not concern me that much. Some Yorkies are very protective when they are in their own environment. Usually that kind of behavior is from improper socialization.

[011011]

Originally Posted by bjh

If the mom was not properly socialized and is not used to being around strangers, plus having puppies, then the behavior would not concern me that much. Some Yorkies are very protective when they are in their own environment. Usually that kind of behavior is from improper socialization.

That would not concern me too much either.
My neuterd male is very protective of our pups and does not like strangers here to see them, so if he can scare you and intimidate you by nipping at your heels and get you out of the house then he feels he has done his job!
Maybe they do not have alot of visitiors either then they can be very protective of their house and family(not much socialization with other people)

[MindieRose]

Originally Posted by Lyz517

I have to say that nipping your pants and biting your sandal, I would likely not purchase. I visited with a breeder once, pups were 9 wks of age and the mother dog was the sweetest. She would even lay on her back for us to rub her tummy.

Diesels mommy had to be right on my lap the whole time I was there, loving all over me.

[Wrenee4]

It really depends on the female. So far we are lucky and our Mommies are very sweet to people coming over to see the babies. Although I have seen dogs go crazy over and it and are usually the sweetest dogs ever! They are more protective and they don't know you or what you are doing to their babies.

[ckuz13]

I have visited other breeders before and have noticed the mommies were sweet. The pups are 9 weeks. Not too young. The whole thing just put me off. So I am not sure if this is social or a trait that will be passed on. I have mixed opinions, but do I take a chance. This is a 15 yr commitment. The pups had sweet temperaments..Should I get a boy from another breeder?

[lilstar63100]

Originally Posted by ckuz13

I have visited other breeders before and have noticed the mommies were sweet. The pups are 9 weeks. Not too young. The whole thing just put me off. So I am not sure if this is social or a trait that will be passed on. I have mixed opinions, but do I take a chance. This is a 15 yr commitment. The pups had sweet temperaments..Should I get a boy from another breeder?

i think its up to you and what you feel confortable with. how were the pups reacting?

[LuvmyYorkies2]

You are getting the puppy at a fairly young age...as long as you socialize your pup well, he probaby won't behave as the mother is. I wouldn't be that concerned with it but do what you feel is best. I agree with the above posts....the mother was probably not socialized well....do not think that is a "trait" or characteristic that is def. going to carry over to the babies (unless they raised the same way). Good Luck!

[ckuz13]

They were just fine..playing in the backyard with eachother. I have to say, at the time I did not think anything of it. I was aware the Mom was upset with us being there. The breeder kept saying she does not usually act like this. She told me beforehand what sweet dispositions they had. So I was caught off-guard. Do you think If I take the pup at 9 weeks and socialize her well she will not display these qualities later.

[belindaY]

If you felt OK about everything else you saw in that home I don't think you should be too concerned about the mother. My adult dogs don't like being touched by strangers, and one of my girls wouldn't hesitate to take a bite. She's very territorial and protective,quite a bit more so than most Yorkies, but she has produced several extremely sweet babies that are thriving in homes where they interact with lots of people. She was a little older when I got her and I'm assuming she wasn't well socialized with people. Good luck.

[lilstar63100]

The puppies are at a very important stage in their life for socialization right now... so getting them socialized with people and other dogs at this age will probably help with making sure they dont end up like their mother was acting.

[bjh]

Originally Posted by ckuz13

They were just fine..playing in the backyard with eachother. I have to say, at the time I did not think anything of it. I was aware the Mom was upset with us being there. The breeder kept saying she does not usually act like this. She told me beforehand what sweet dispositions they had. So I was caught off-guard. Do you think If I take the pup at 9 weeks and socialize her well she will not display these qualities later.

I think you would not have a problem if she were socialized. My first Yorkie who is now 12 years old was never socialized. I got her at 7 months and she has always been terrified of strangers. Her pups were always friendly and as sweet as can be.

[LuvmyYorkies2]

Originally Posted by ckuz13

They were just fine..playing in the backyard with eachother. I have to say, at the time I did not think anything of it. I was aware the Mom was upset with us being there. The breeder kept saying she does not usually act like this. She told me beforehand what sweet dispositions they had. So I was caught off-guard. Do you think If I take the pup at 9 weeks and socialize her well she will not display these qualities later.

I believe the appropriate age to get the pup would be 10 - 12 weeks. Would you be with her often or will she be left alone? Sounds like she may need attention many hours a day to ensure she gets the type of socialization she needs...