> Is this situation more typical of Chi's than other small breeds? If so
> then I can see why
> rescues might be picky about who they go to. Had I known all this then,
> I certainly
> wouldn't have taken a rescue Chi (though I love him a lot and my daughter
> has learned a
> great lesson in forgiveness). :)
It's not uncommon for a chi, especially a rescue chi, to fixate on one
person. Rescues of any breed can be tremendously insecure. Showing
aggression is serious and needs professional help. You need to take Bernie
to a GOOD obedience trainer, one who uses positive reinforcement ONLY, to
work on his behavior issues. Obedience training gives dogs an amazing
amount of self-confidence. Dogs feel ever so much more secure when they
KNOW what's expected and wanted of them, when they KNOW they can please you
with certain behaviors and earn rewards reliably. Be very picky when
looking for a trainer, ask a lot of questions, and walk away from anyone who
insists on using a slip collar on a chihuahua.
Anne
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