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OK, so I have a potential situation that I need some advice on...
My neighbors just got a new dog. We are friendly with them (single mom and 2 kids ages 5 and 3) but I have a concern.  The dog they got is a 10 week young pomeranian and mini yorkie mix.  Ummm...it's about 5 lbs. now and will "grow" to a max of about 10-12 lbs. 
Here's my obvious concern...KANA .
I am terrified that this little, tiny, miniature, sort-of a dog will be let out either accidentally or intentionally (by the kids who may not know any better) and it will wander into my yard when Kana is outside!!!!!  THIS DOG WILL BE DEAD SO FAST, IT WON'T BE FUNNY!!!!!  Kana will NOT know what it is, will assume it is a rat or something and will most definitely kill it!  My fence is of literally no protection because the tiny thing will be able to easily walk through the slats or go under the fence. 
I have brought up my concern with the neighbor and she kinda had a chuckle about it, but as the weather gets nicer and the little dog becomes more comfortable and curious around their house/property...this may become a read problem. I have told both of the kids that under NO CIRCUMSTANCES should "little bear" (the tiny thing's name) EVER BE INTRODUCED TO KANA.  I also don't want them to be fearful of Kana, though. 
Any suggestions??? Can I have them sign a waiver releasing us of any responsibility if "little bear" comes into our yard or does that make us sound like we have knowledge that our dog is "dangerous"
 

Welcome!  You'll love it here...by the way, I am Kristen, momma to Kana.
 

Two things that others have mentioned that I have lived by are 1- NILIF and 2- the crate.  I swear, I don't know what I would have done without them during all of Kana's childhood/adolescence! 
About the "roll".  I am no expert...BUT, we used a variation of this with our big boy.  He really DID need a physical timeout at times when he got the puppy rage.  It was either him or me at times.  I had to show him not only by the consistent NILIF and show of non-physical dominance that I was most definitely NOT going to be bullied. 

I found that not talking to him at all while this was going on was effective.  I simply got him to his belly and with partial weight on him (NOT TO HURT HIM) would force him to be still (ie: submit).  I too, would watch TV while doing this or if we were in the back yard I would just be still and quiet.  Once in that position, he would "settle".  Generally, I would slowly take the weight off and finally give him the "you're free" command. 
It is important NOT to do this when you are overly emotional/angry, though.  It then could be taken as meeting his aggression with aggression and that always turns out badly. 
Another thing I did which was effective was just leaving the room and leaving Kana by himself (even if it meant sacrificing my couch or bookbag while I was gone).  Much of his biting/attacking was attention seeking-gone-crazy so when I no longer gave him that attention, he quickly got bored and stopped. 
I really agree with many of the other options, but just thought I would give my 2 cents!
Take care & good luck! 

I am sort of a skeptic about what people put on the web these days (sorry...).  I would make sure that the gig is real and not a ploy.  Many people do this sort of thing...pull at heartstrings in order to get something for free.  Just beware. 
If it is genuine...that poor soul.  What a predicament to be in.  How helpless she must feel. If she does join BPO, she will find the suport she is looking for, that's for sure!!!!!

Little hint for you...You can always put treats (something VERY inticing) in your pocket and rub your fingers so they have the scent to "encourage" positive behavior from Binky.  It's NOT cheating  !
Also, like Lily's post said, practice, practice, practice in places with many distractions! 
Good luck!

My friend used to bring his black lab to work and each morning he used to 'wipe' his ears out with these little pads.  Even when there was no infection it was very SMELLY!
BUT, I do know that if he didn't clean them every day then in no time the build-up would settle in and cause that ever dreaded infection!  Yuck-o!

Is anyone as stunned as me with the pics?  I cannot believe the dogs were so 'chill' about it!  I guess since I have raging lunatic Kana in the house...my perspective that dogs and other animals can actually co-exist is off!

Congrats on your new little formally dressed cutie!