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I used the downstairs loo as Dexter's 'naughty chair' too Colin! It was the one place he couldnt get into trouble and I didn't want to use his crate. He did scratch at the door a bit though! Now whenever he is scared ( he is terrified of fireworks) he takes himself off to the downstairs loo and hides there!
 
I feel your pain!!
I thought when Ted was behaving like the hound from hell, snapping and snarling at me in particular; that I was doing something so wrong and that mine was the only puppy that attacked it loving owner (me). Sadly, I was not aware of this website and went through it solo, with bit marks and scratches on my arms that looked horrendous.
But now Ted is a gorgeous, snuggly little boy - he still has his moments and hardly sleeps - but he doesn't bite me anymore - well not unless he's really playing and forgets himself for a moment.
So, like everyone says - hang on in there - it will pass.
Never thought I'd hear myself saying that - but it will:D
 
yes it is a puppy thing which with good strong training will fade away. the canine species runs in packs with one dominant over the pack, It is their nature to fight for dominance you just need to very lovingly but firmly let her know you are the dominant dog so to speak.she will come around as long as you dont give in.by the way I have a very dominant male cockapoo who submits to me he was my first dog and I managed to let him know in this doghouse i am the dominant dog so to speak if I can do it anyone can .lol
 
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Last two days have been a lot better. Also all of your posts are helping so so much. Moral support should not be underestimated ever! Puppy training and socialisation started last night, Lola was unable to attend as she is only getting her final vaccine today. However, I went as I didn't want to miss out on anything and thought I could practice everything this week at home. It was very useful, I would have paid the six week fee for one session. The trainer is so good, he didn't even need to talk to the pups and yet they did everything he wanted of them. There were some puppies there who are a month or two older than Lola who were extremely loud and disobedient, barking very loudly all of the time, jumping up, not sitting when asked (by their owners). This also has helped me in that Lola does obey commands, she can sit, wait, fetch and return, drop toys and treats, all at such a young age. Looking forward to getting her there next week.

She is the smallest pup in size, strange as there is a cocker spaniel pup who is only 11 weeks and is nearly 3 times Lola's size. I love how she looks like a miniature version of the cocker due to her favouring her cocker mothers looks and yet takes her size from her toy daddy. SHE IS SOO CUTE(not when naughty though)! Also I am going to say this and I know I shouldn't but she is also the prettiest in the class! Haha! Cockapoos are definitely gorgeous!

So onward and upward, feeling fabulously positive this morning and can't wait for next Tuesday night so we can progress from what we can already do! I feel slightly proud of her and us that we can do a lot of the things introduced in the first week :eek:

Sorry for the long post, I feel I owe it to all of you who have offered your support.
 
It most definately is a rollercoaster!
I remember posting here in tears because Vincent was being crazy, nipping my calfs (he would jump up and nip them) and barking at me non stop...I was convinced he hated me! When he was about 12 weeks old I honestly was worried we had made a huge mistake getting a dog.
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Fast forward a year and I couldn't wish for a better dog! He is well behaved, loving and fun. You just have to try and get through this stage, for Vincent he stopped at around 5 months old, and then they really start becoming the most wonderful dogs :)
I owe so much to taking him to training though, he has benefited from starting at 13 weeks and he's been every week since.
 
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UPDATE she seems to have turned corner.. Is so much better. Also I'm calmer that it's a puppy phase and nothing more. That's helped us all. We are having our snuggles.
 
Oh my goodness, you have described my Rufus to a tee! He seems to be getting naughtier and nastier!

The only thing that works (for a bit) is time out. Although he doesn't seem to be able to learn that the bad behaviour is what puts him there.
We are starting puppy classes in 2 weeks and I'm hoping that will help lots.
(It's hard to think he's like that as he's snuggled up to the side of me.. )

It's so comforting to know that there have and is so many people in the same position. x
 
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Joanne its important to make time out as short as possible. I was making the mistake of leaving Lola there for more than 5 minutes then she forgot why she was there. What I realised quickly was that if I went back to her after a couple of minutes (only if she was well behaved) give her a treat and let her out. Then if she misbehaves straight back to timeout.. Try short sharp bursts of timeout I'm convinced it's more effective. Also when lla is being good I would take her to her crate give her a treat and put a blanket over to make her nap... They need loads of sleep. All of these things really helped...
 
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I shall try that, thank you.

I had just put him in when I read your reply actually so I've just gone in and treat and let him out. He did look at me as if to say you don't normally treat me, haha!

Fingers crossed it works! :)
 
As others have said we have all gone through days when the frustration of trying to understand why nothing has changed in their routine they start to misbehave badly. We had it with mitzi and I too posted on the forum. I was close to calling it a day but it does get better. You get a sequence of days when they are just so adorable, listening, playing nicely and then suddenly a switch and you find a little monster under that ball of fur. But hang in in there. Do the time out as others have suggested. It's now that you have to show who the pack leader is. With Mitzi I also found an increase in excersie has really helped. Also breaking up the day with a little training, a game of hide and seek works really well as a poo never wants to be left out of anything. mitzimis four and half months still very early days but stick at it and slowly but surely you will get there. I'm also referring back to the forum a lot and the more experienced poo owners also give sound advise.
 
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Joanne, good luck with Rufus. Keep me posted.. We can go through it together! I'm sure Lola will get naughty again haha. I can't believe the change in her this week. You should read my FIRST WALKIES thread in The Puppy Place. 2 weeks ago I didn't think I would be enjoying her like I am this week. And yes exercise definitely helps. Lots of soft toys, frozen carrots and sleep!
 
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I can't believe I'm saying this but things are still going well... And improving.. She is a darling. Exercise and activity is definitely helping. Thanks guys...
 
Great post! Obviously all Lolas are the same!! My Lola is 15 weeks on Monday and even just in the last few weeks she has calmed down her biting. Think I remember hearing that it peaks again as their teeth start to fall out though... Perhaps I could plan a month long holiday around 6 months and let my husband deal with that stage!!!
 
crikey, this post is making me giggle...... Millie is 7 and a half weeks old and she is like this.... biting my ankles, clothing, toes, feet lol.... im just putting it down to her being a puppy and by the sounds of things she will calm down in a few months or so. She makes us giggle when she is like this, its not aggressive, its just playful.... we do say no, or give her a toy to play with but she soon comes back for more lol......
 
i'm glad she starting to respond :) wow what I let my self in for lol I know it was 16 yrs ago the last time I had a pup I cant remember going through this maybe its my age or a the puppy brain I have clouding my mind has any one tried the dog whisper advice ? i just wondered two weeks before i can pick up pup what fun i'm letting myself in for lol cant wait
 
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It's all sorting itself out.. She is a little star now! Far better since being able to distract her with walks and outdoor play. She goes to daycare twice per week while I'm working and puppy training. Both have helped also. Love her so so much!
 
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Just found this thread.. Wanted to compare this year with last year! Gosh.. Absolute poles apart! Amazing!

The answer this time? Go with the flow.. Let all the little issues wash over you. Enjoy the puppy days!

Roll on number 3! :)
 
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