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robling_dwrdesign asked in PetsDogs · 1 decade ago

Fighting Yorkies?

We have two Yorkies. I know they can be aggressive, but they are really bad. The older one, about 2-1/2 years old, which we have had longer, is the dominant one and is neutered. The younger one, about 19 months old, is shy and submission with people, but not neutered. We have had them both since they were young, about two months old, so the older asserted his dominance early. Lately, the younger has begun fighting. Not playful, but trying to be harmful, even more. Today, I let the older one in from outside and the younger immediatley began to fight. It was so bad, as I picked up the younger to break them up, he had the older gripped so tightly, I think he was biting his leg, he lifted the older one, too. And would not let loose. Finally got them seperated and kenneled. The older wasn't aggresive, he just walked in the door.

I know neutering the younger would help, but would like to avoid it if possible. But if necessary, we will. Any suggestions before we go that way?

Update:

If Jess thinks I enjoy them fighting, then I wouldn't be asking. Today I broke them up as soon as possible. I immediately picked him up. They aren't shelter dogs, pure breeds. And yes, I would like to keep the option of breeding open, but read the question, I will have him neutered if necessary. If you think wanting to keep that option open is wrong, where do you think purebreeds come from. They are family pets, this isn't a puppy mill. I care for them both and whatever it takes, I will fix the problem, even if it means finding one a new home if neutering doesn't work. It would break the our hearts , but if that is what is necessary I would do it, so they wouldn't fight anymore.

Thanks for the muzzle tip and not letting eat together.

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    Obedience training.Or try a muzzle on the young one for a while- one that he can breathe in though.Don't let them eat together either- big mistake.

  • 1 decade ago

    Why wont you just neuter the younger one? Is it because you want to breed it? If so, for what reason? Money? Or do you just enjoy killing more and more shelter dogs?

    Simple Solution: Neuter your dog.

  • 1 decade ago

    yea neutering the younger one

    otherwise the other one would get jealous

    trust me

    dogs are just like ppl LOL

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    you really need that puppy trained because thats like allowing your dog to fight.

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