I want the old Tilly.... - YorkieTalk.com Forums

Tillys_mom · 02-15-2008, 07:06 AM

Tilly has changed so much here lately. She has gotten really aggressive.

She is starting to growl at people more often and this morning she bit the UPS man, or so he said. He seemed really ticked off. I can't handle her like this. Nothing has changed around here so I don't know what's up her butt. She is pouting on her bed because she knows mommy isn't happy with her. I also noticed her charging at our front window at passing animals, Tilly loves all animals. I don't understand. Any advice??

amandawash · 02-15-2008, 07:13 AM

Could she have pent up energy? Do you watch Ceaser Millan? Just an idea... Good luck.

Tillys_mom · 02-15-2008, 07:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by amandawash

Could she have pent up energy? Do you watch Ceaser Millan? Just an idea... Good luck.

I've never heard of him. What's pent up energy?

ARCHIE · 02-15-2008, 07:18 AM

How old is Tilly?
Buddy changed when he hit 1yr. I thought I had a mad dog on my hands
he started getting so aggressive. Did some reading on the subject and
bought a couple DVD's and learned about being ALPHA. Changed his
Yorkie Butt right back around

This breed, some at least, are strong
willed and want their own way at all times. Much like a spoiled skin
baby. Patience, determination and knowledge will really get Tilly back
on track.
If I can help in any way with what I have read let me know.
Be glad to help out.

Tillys_mom · 02-15-2008, 07:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ARCHIE

How old is Tilly?
Buddy changed when he hit 1yr. I thought I had a mad dog on my hands
he started getting so aggressive. Did some reading on the subject and
bought a couple DVD's and learned about being ALPHA. Changed his
Yorkie Butt right back around

This breed, some at least, are strong
willed and want their own way at all times. Much like a spoiled skin
baby. Patience, determination and knowledge will really get Tilly back
on track.
If I can help in any way with what I have read let me know.
Be glad to help out.

Tilly will be 5 this Sunday. I'm willing to try any method to calm her down. I don't know if the UPS man just gave her a bad vibe and since he knocked hard if she thought he was angry.

I just know Tilly is very kind hearted and wouldn't hurt anyone. She is so loving.

BellieBoo · 02-15-2008, 07:44 AM

i wish you luck... i don't really have any advise for you

as for Cesar Millan, he is the "dog whisperer" his show is on National Geographic channel or he has a website you can google Cesar Millan, Inc or something like that and it'll pop up...

hope you find what you need

Tillys_mom · 02-15-2008, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BellieBoo

i wish you luck... i don't really have any advise for you

as for Cesar Millan, he is the "dog whisperer" his show is on National Geographic channel or he has a website you can google Cesar Millan, Inc or something like that and it'll pop up...

hope you find what you need

Thanks!!!

Misti1 · 02-15-2008, 08:11 AM

Mika is having these barking fits in the back yard. She barks at the wind, whatever. It's hilarious...we just let her get it out of her system.

Tillys_mom · 02-15-2008, 08:24 AM

I wonder if it is because she hasn't had her walks outside for awhile because it's been so cold. Could that cause her to act out like this? I'm trying to figure it out. LOL

Mom2Milo · 02-15-2008, 08:52 AM

I've been bitten before, a strong smack on the nose with a good "NO!!!!" worked for me. Basically, they need to know who is boss and what the reprecussions are for such inappropriate behavior. Trust me, they didn't bite me again after that.

BubblPopElectrc · 02-15-2008, 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tillys_mom

I wonder if it is because she hasn't had her walks outside for awhile because it's been so cold. Could that cause her to act out like this? I'm trying to figure it out. LOL

That's what I was thinking. Maybe she isn't being socialized as much as she is when it's warm out?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mom2Milo

I've been bitten before, a strong smack on the nose with a good "NO!!!!" worked for me. Basically, they need to know who is boss and what the reprecussions are for such inappropriate behavior. Trust me, they didn't bite me again after that.

Mom2Milo · 02-15-2008, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BubblPopElectrc

That's what I was thinking. Maybe she isn't being socialized as much as she is when it's warm out?

Biting is a serious problem. It's how I dealt with it and guess what? It worked.

Tillys_mom · 02-15-2008, 09:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mom2Milo

Biting is a serious problem. It's how I dealt with it and guess what? It worked.

I don't feel comfortable smacking Tilly.

Mom2Milo · 02-15-2008, 09:09 AM

I think part of the problem with Yorkies and their behavior is that some people coddle them too much. At the end of the day, they are still dogs and they still need tough love sometimes. So many owners are just afraid to hurt the dog's feelings and make him/her hate them forever that discipline doesn't happen.

It's probably why so many children are terrors nowadays too. Everybody is too scared to discipline.

Tillys_mom · 02-15-2008, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mom2Milo

I think part of the problem with Yorkies and their behavior is that some people coddle them too much. At the end of the day, they are still dogs and they still need tough love sometimes. So many owners are just afraid to hurt the dog's feelings and make him/her hate them forever that discipline doesn't happen.

It's probably why so many children are terrors nowadays too. Everybody is too scared to discipline.

I'm afraid it would teach her to be more aggressive. Everyone has their own ways of handling their dogs, but I don't think this would help Tilly. Thanks.

02-15-2008, 07:06 AM	#1
Tillys_mom Spoilin' Tilly & Jack Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 2,227	I want the old Tilly.... Tilly has changed so much here lately. She has gotten really aggressive. She is starting to growl at people more often and this morning she bit the UPS man, or so he said. He seemed really ticked off. I can't handle her like this. Nothing has changed around here so I don't know what's up her butt. She is pouting on her bed because she knows mommy isn't happy with her. I also noticed her charging at our front window at passing animals, Tilly loves all animals. I don't understand. Any advice?? __________________ Momma Tilly Money will buy you a pretty good dog, but it won't buy the wag of his tail.

02-15-2008, 07:13 AM	#2
amandawash Lovin' my R & R Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Middleton, Idaho Posts: 2,152	Could she have pent up energy? Do you watch Ceaser Millan? Just an idea... Good luck. __________________ Amanda 's Ranger & Ryder

02-15-2008, 07:44 AM	#6
BellieBoo YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Weston, FL Posts: 745	i wish you luck... i don't really have any advise for you as for Cesar Millan, he is the "dog whisperer" his show is on National Geographic channel or he has a website you can google Cesar Millan, Inc or something like that and it'll pop up... hope you find what you need __________________ Nicole and Belleproud member ofink,crazy,smack-dab-in-the-middle clubs&Secretary of SRC BellieBuddy YT Record Breaker4/13/08 9:30 EST

02-15-2008, 08:24 AM	#9
Tillys_mom Spoilin' Tilly & Jack Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 2,227	I wonder if it is because she hasn't had her walks outside for awhile because it's been so cold. Could that cause her to act out like this? I'm trying to figure it out. LOL __________________ Momma Tilly Money will buy you a pretty good dog, but it won't buy the wag of his tail.

02-15-2008, 07:18 AM	#4
ARCHIE No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 16,218	How old is Tilly? Buddy changed when he hit 1yr. I thought I had a mad dog on my hands he started getting so aggressive. Did some reading on the subject and bought a couple DVD's and learned about being ALPHA. Changed his Yorkie Butt right back around This breed, some at least, are strong willed and want their own way at all times. Much like a spoiled skin baby. Patience, determination and knowledge will really get Tilly back on track. If I can help in any way with what I have read let me know. Be glad to help out.

02-15-2008, 08:11 AM	#8
Misti1 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 3,051	Mika is having these barking fits in the back yard. She barks at the wind, whatever. It's hilarious...we just let her get it out of her system.

02-15-2008, 08:52 AM	#10
Mom2Milo BANNED! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: St. Louis Posts: 58	I've been bitten before, a strong smack on the nose with a good "NO!!!!" worked for me. Basically, they need to know who is boss and what the reprecussions are for such inappropriate behavior. Trust me, they didn't bite me again after that.

02-15-2008, 09:09 AM	#14
Mom2Milo BANNED! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: St. Louis Posts: 58	I think part of the problem with Yorkies and their behavior is that some people coddle them too much. At the end of the day, they are still dogs and they still need tough love sometimes. So many owners are just afraid to hurt the dog's feelings and make him/her hate them forever that discipline doesn't happen. It's probably why so many children are terrors nowadays too. Everybody is too scared to discipline.