I talk to myself at the store too LOL...
I did approach Charlotte differently last night while she was comatose on the couch (she sleeps harder and longer than any puppy I've ever had) - I called her name as I got closer, petted her bum (she doesn't startle when you touch her) - made kissy noises - she lifted her sleepy head - I said 'Hi toady' (her nickname) - she gave a little lick and zonked right back to sleep. Then I was busy feeding the birds getting everyone ready for bed - must have been too noisy for her - she got up - pee peed - sleepily made her way to her crate (I had just put her blankie in from the dryer) - she hopped in and fell asleep. Before I went up to bed - I reached in - petted her head, gave her a little belly rub - said goodnight - shut the door - turned the lights off and she slept til morn. "I wish my book of life was written in pencil … There are a few pages I would like to erase" ----- Original Message ----- From: "Joan Croft" <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Monday, January 23, 2012 3:27:08 PM Subject: RE: RE: Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot I think the issue here was that this is a 3 month old puppy who snapped when her sleep was disturbed. Judy, you take care of the rescues and the abused and it is a different issue. When I read the initial post, I saw it was a tiny puppy…that the snapping was when Lynda went to give her a kiss while she is ‘sleeping’. I think that if I was woken up with a giant’s face next to me, I would do whatever my instincts tell me to protect myself. I have found with mine that touching them or moving them when sleeping is something that I have to do while talking. I guarantee that either of mine would growl or snap at any other time…they would be corrected immediately. We cannot expect our pups to be sweet when they wake up being touched or otherwise moved without first talking. I always say something like ‘Dolly, Mommy’s going to lay you down in the chair now.’ She is fine. The few times that I have just reached to pull up the blanket before it fell…which was an impulsive move on my part…my sleeve sweeps over Dolly…that wakes her up and is not a normal feeling and because it was very late and they were both sleeping, I wasn’t even talking (I only talk to myself when I go to the store…LOL) From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Judy Moon Sent: Monday, January 23, 2012 8:40 AM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: RE: Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot I’ll stand by my statement. Don’t ask, if you don’t want an answer. Don’t blame those who told her straight out. Judy Moon, a prayer warrior for Christ "May grace and spiritual peace be yours from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ." Jewell, Mary, Martha, Dakota, Becky, Nicky, Gabby, Joy (dogs) Dark Angel, Peter, Paul, Leah, Sarah, Tag, Ruth, Esther (cats) Libby, the parrot From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Pam Dean Sent: Monday, January 23, 2012 8:12 AM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: RE: Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot It is not whether the advise is good or bad, that is a matter again of opinion, but in polite society, there are ways of offering advise that do not attack or offend. From: enjaelove < [email protected] > To: [email protected] ; [email protected] Sent: Monday, January 23, 2012 10:09 AM Subject: RE:RE: Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot Not really Judy, it's just that Diana's reply to Lynda seemed cruel in my opinion. I felt sorry for what I perceived as a harsh response to a new person. I am fairly quiet on here because I, too, have received critical replies to my posts. Nesa >From : Judy Moon Subject : RE: Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot Someone can’t take good advice! Judy Moon, a prayer warrior for Christ "May grace and spiritual peace be yours from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ." Jewell, Mary, Martha, Dakota, Becky, Nicky, Gabby, Joy (dogs) Dark Angel, Peter, Paul, Leah, Sarah, Tag, Ruth, Esther (cats) Libby, the parrot From: [email protected] [ mailto:[email protected] ] On Behalf Of enjaelove Sent: Sunday, January 22, 2012 11:01 PM To: [email protected] ; [email protected] Subject: RE:Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot Whoa! That WAS harsh! Please don't think all of us will respond to you this way. You have a legitimate concern. The breed has a reputation for tending toward a yappy, cranky nature. I understand you to say that you're simply concerned and want advice. I had similar concerns about Jake. But at 23 months, he is a curious, happy boy. Neither yappy nor nippy. <blockquote> >From : C.M. Subject : Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot After reading this message, I'm sorry I posted my question. From: diana roller To: " [email protected] " Sent: Sunday, January 22, 2012 4:08 PM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot Just because she doesnt like people in her face does not mean that she needs to be disciplined. Dogs have an instinct as to what people they can trust. Also, has anyone taken the time with her to socialize her ~ gently and over a period of time, NOT JUST A SNAP ON THE NOSE?????? It sounds like you are being way too impatiant with her as well as expecting too much too soon. Dogs are like kids, each personality is different. Maybe she just needs a little extra loving and gentle care. I will take her off your hands if you like. I hate to see you both so upset. Sincerely, Diana From: sheila To: [email protected] Sent: Sunday, January 22, 2012 5:02 AM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot Yeah, I think you are over reacting. Itsy will do this because she does not like being startled or bothered when she is sleeping. I always make it a point to say her name name and here girl, come on girl time to go out. She is fine then. Don't get your feelings hurt, it is not personal, it is a reaction. I guess my point is that not all things fit all dogs. Sounds to me like she just does not want to be bothered while she is resting. Not all dogs will always be alike. Ask yourself how she is otherwise? Is this the only time she does that? Sheila -----Original Message----- From: Lynda Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2012 9:41 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] cranky behaviot Hi Everyone, I'm noticing some behavior in Charlotte (3 mos chi), that I have never experienced and do not like. My other 2 dogs are sweet, well behaved, loving, even tempered loves. I've worked with them & they are such wonderful dogs-well trained & very respectable. (altho they've trained me well too) LOL I've noticed when I lean over to kiss Charlotte when she's sleeping she snaps @ my face The first time she did this I was shocked! Did it again and couldn't believe it-my feelings were hurt. Then I went to move her & she growled. I gave her a 'no' command each time but she doesn't even react to the command. I tapped her nose once & said 'no', but she just curled up when back to sleep. I will not accept this behavior so I make a point of 'bothering' her sometimes when she's sleeping so we can work on this. Anybody have any other ideas? Lynda ------------------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Links No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2012.0.1901 / Virus Database: 2109/4760 - Release Date: 01/22/12 </blockquote> No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2012.0.1901 / Virus Database: 2109/4760 - Release Date: 01/22/12
