Yorkie

Insecure Dog Barking When Left Alone and at Other Dogs

insecure when left aloneWhy would their affectionate dog bark when left alone and lunge at other dogs on walks?

Feeling insecure is at the root of little Jasper’s problems.

Outside, he barks and lunges at other dogs, rearing up on his hind legs with all his tiny weight.

When left alone, he cries and barks. It has got so bad the lady, who lives in a flat, even wondered whether she could keep him.

She has had the dear little Yorkie for six months now. His first owner had died, he ended up in a pound and then he spent time in a rescue before coming to the lovely home he now has. It’s little wonder he feels insecure. (more…)

By Theo Stewart, ago

Tiny Yorkie Attacks People’s Feet

He welcomes the person at the door in a friendly manner.  As soon as they sit down he jumps on their lap, seemingly demanding a fuss.

Then, after a few minutes he jumps off and goes to his bed, from where he watches. He doesn’t just watch – he stares. Poised and hard-eyed, he will attack feet if they move.

By Theo Stewart, ago

Yorkie Pup’s Separation Barking

Is this really separation anxiety – or a puppy who has never yet learnt to feel safe alone? The tiny six-month Yorkie is so beautiful I could not resist three photos. Gizmo cries when left alone. The key to relieving him and his young humans from all the anxiety and stress around separation is Read more

By Theo Stewart, ago

Barking at People and Dogs

Because she can sometimes sound quite ferocious when a person or another dog approaches, the lady has been so worried that her little dog is aggressive. Daisy is on lead with a tense and anxious handler and she feels vulnerable.

By Theo Stewart, ago