I have a small high energy breed as well, and she gets 1 hour walk in the morning before I go to work, and then at least 30 minutes walk before dinner time. If she is sufficiently exercised, then she also needs to get mental stimulation as well, to prevent boredom. This means teaching her tricks, obedience commands, and also puzzle games. Even teaching her to put away toys, or to know each toy by name can be fun and challenging for her.
When she's being rowdy in the house, and 'gets in your face', make sure you turn your head away and refuse to give her attention, sort of like a 'diva queen' might. She needs to learn that the only way she will get attention from you is when she is lying down or sitting calmly. When she is doing those two things, reward her by dropping treats to her when she's in that position.
When she's being rowdy in the house, and 'gets in your face', make sure you turn your head away and refuse to give her attention, sort of like a 'diva queen' might. She needs to learn that the only way she will get attention from you is when she is lying down or sitting calmly. When she is doing those two things, reward her by dropping treats to her when she's in that position.
