Lacey attacked Marlin!!!

[Giselle]

Agreed. Lacey is dominating you, unfortunately. She IS being possessive, and that's not good for her, you, or anybody who tries to get between you two. You need to teach her that affection must be earned, not handed to her. You, as the benevolent leader, controls who gets what and when. If Sugar wants up and Lacey is growling, kick Lacey off the bed. If Lacey is on your leg and Marlin wants up and Lacey is growling, kick Lacey off. She's displaying dominance where she should not. You are not a resource but the controller of resources. And NILIF will help you nip that in the bud

For now, I would stop letting Lacey on the bed or in your lap *unless* she can earn it and she will get off on your command. It's imperative to teach "Off". If she won't get off on command, don't allow her on the bed just yet.

[WELOVESPUPPIES]

Wow that must have had you and your Dad all shook up. I wish you the best in getting her under control. Please give Marlin a hug from me, poor guy.

[chocolatepuppy]

I'm sorry you're having this problem Sandie. I agree with the other posters, Lacey would have got the boot. I tolerate NO aggression in my 'pack'. Not over food, toys or over me.

[Freedom]

Great thank you all so much! Will start doing that.

[cassiesmom]

Oh, dear. HUGS and fingers crossed. Lacey, sweetie, please get along with everyone, please.

[Ginger's Mom]

I am sorry to hear that you had such a scary night. I hope that both Marlin and Lacey are feeling better today. How is that spunky girl behaving today?

You are not a resource but the controller of resources.

I love this line. I think I am going to embroider it on a pillow or something where I can always see it. I don't have a problem with Ginger she is a submissive dog, but we have had guests that get snappy, and I am not tough/strong enough to react properly. This would remind me of what to do.

[Daisy and Delilah]

Gosh Sandie!! I'm so sorry to hear this. How scary for you and Dad and everyone. I sure hope it is under control soon. {{{{{HUGS}}}}}

Sometimes, Daisy and Delilah get growly with each other for no apparent reason. It scares me when they do it and I usually panic. I can imagine how you feel.

[cyber-sibes]

Yup, little dogs fighting in your lap could be a little tense! sounds like people are giving you great advice. I kept thinking about what the trainer on "It's me or the dog" would do....and she would say to put Lacey down & ignore her when she starts up, too. See how smart people on PT are?

You are not a resource but the controller of resources.

Well put!

[Muddy4paws]

I agree with everything said before, She will learn to behave herself if you keep it up, My dog emma is the same she is extremely stubborn when she wants to be! took a while a while to break the habbit but keep it up and it will work.

Also dont give in to the "Poor me puppydog" look!!