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yorkieisme · 05-28-2008, 12:07 PM

Hi name is Julie and I am new to board. We are on the waiting list to get a yorkie puppy so I decided to research more and join a discussion about these little babies. So when we get ours I am prepared to do what I have to do to give him a stable, loving and happy home.

I have already started searching for the right clothes, leash, collar and bed. SO if you know of anyplace to shop please feel free to pass it to me. Also if you have any important information I need to know please do share it.

Nice meeting you guys,
Julie

DukesMommy · 05-28-2008, 12:11 PM

Welcome to YT! And congrats on getting a Yorkie =o)

I get most of my stuff (clothes, blankets, etc) from GW Little Pet Supplies Dog Clothing for Small Dog Breeds - GW Little some of their stuff is kinda expensive but it's the only place I really know of to get stuff from other than local pet stores.....

sheilajom · 05-28-2008, 12:17 PM

Don't buy a collar, you need a harness for them. Collars are not recommended as it can hurt your baby.

Lexi Rae · 05-28-2008, 12:19 PM

welcome,, when i first started out, i bought lots of stuff from
petedge.com... your going to need lots of stuff.

Beabble · 05-28-2008, 12:20 PM

Welcome to YT, so nice to meet you. You'll find TONS of useful and helpful info here and the members are awesome! Just one thing that might be of help to you, not sure if you know this or not, but it's best not to use a regular collar on a yorkie or any small breed for that matter, as they are prone to collapsed tracheas. It's best to use a harness. Good luck and again, welcome to YT!

Jeri Cunningham · 05-28-2008, 12:22 PM

Welcome aboard,

If you want to dress your yorkie get it use to clothes when they are young. All of mine were dressed alot when thet were puppies and love getting dressed now. My boys love to be handsome and the girls like to be pretty.

yorkieisme · 05-28-2008, 12:31 PM

[QUOTE=Beabble;2016484]Just one thing that might be of help to you, not sure if you know this or not, but it's best not to use a regular collar on a yorkie or any small breed for that matter, as they are prone to collapsed tracheas. It's best to use a harness.QUOTE]

Oh I did not know this at all. I was looking for the diamond collar also. WOW I have already learned something very valuable.

Thank you both for that life saving advice. Now I have to look for a good harness for him. At what age should they be put on one? I would assume that since they are so little that there is a different method?

Julie

Oscar's Mummy · 05-28-2008, 12:32 PM

Welcome to YT! LOTS of knowledgeable people on here to help you out!

You've already gotten a KEY piece of advice — NO collars — at least not for walking on a leash. Some people use them for their tags, but definitely not for walking!

Cant wait to see pics when you get your new puppy!

yorkieisme · 05-28-2008, 12:33 PM

[QUOTE=DukesMommy;2016445]Welcome to YT! And congrats on getting a Yorkie =o)

Thank you DukeMommy I checked out the site, very nice. I have submitted my address in for a sales book. This is actually a awesome site. Thank you again.

Juliealfies mum · 05-28-2008, 01:03 PM

Hi there and welcome, you have come to the right place ,before you have a little one to pamper.

Read all the post you can on potty training and diet etc Dont be afraid to ask questions someone will always offer advice.

Marc · 05-28-2008, 01:10 PM

Welcome here!

Hmmm....find out what the breeder is feeding the pups and decide if you are keeping him on that or switching. This site is a great place to help with which foods are full of "crap" and which are healthiest for your pup.

Get lots of toys and chew things. My pup loves soft toys that squeak....and bullysticks for chewing.

Wellness Just for Puppy makes a great soft treat for training....the pieces are big so I break them into smaller bits.

Enjoy!

RONLYNN · 05-28-2008, 01:33 PM

Hi Julie....WELCOME!!!! You will find a lot of helpful people here and a lot of information here. It is really great that you found this site so early. I didn't find it until I had my yorkie for about 6 months!

Beabble · 05-28-2008, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Beabble

Just one thing that might be of help to you, not sure if you know this or not, but it's best not to use a regular collar on a yorkie or any small breed for that matter, as they are prone to collapsed tracheas. It's best to use a harness.QUOTE]

Oh I did not know this at all. I was looking for the diamond collar also. WOW I have already learned something very valuable.

Thank you both for that life saving advice. Now I have to look for a good harness for him. At what age should they be put on one? I would assume that since they are so little that there is a different method?

Julie

You're most welcome. It's a good idea to start using a harness on your lil one when you get him or her, just when you take them outside for walks, to go potty or to go anywhere. I actually took Maggy May to our vet and purchased one there, they fitted her for it and showed me how to properly adjust it as she grows. I tried to tell my daughter to do the same but she's got a mind of her own and just learns the hard way, lol. She has a lil chiuahuah and went to Walmart and bought one (lost the receipt of course) and couldn't take it back. So, she went to Walmart again and bought another one, lost the receipt AGAIN and this one is to big and can't be adjusted down far enough to fit Luke, so, she has to go out and purchase yet ANOTHER harness, lol. Save yourself some time and money and either take your lil one to the vet and have him or her fitted for one (if your vet sells them there) or take your lil one to the store with you and make sure it fits before you purchase it. Can't wait to see pics of your lil one!

sheilajom · 05-28-2008, 01:40 PM

There is a YTer that sells silk harnesses on here, they look fab and are reasonable. They are made to fit. Maybe someone can post the link or her name here for me, I forgot who it was.

Beabble · 05-28-2008, 01:45 PM

Another thing you may want to get to keep on hand is some Nutrical or Kayro, toy breed dogs tend to get hypoglycemic (blood sugar level goes dangerously low) if they don't eat enough. Having some of the above on hand in case of emergencies is a very good idea. If you switch puppy foods from what the breeder is feeding him or her, make sure you switch over slowly by adding some new food to the old food and gradually lesse the ammount of the old food until it's the food you are switching to, normally this takes about a week. This lessons the chance of tummy upset and is easier on their bellies. Not sure if the pup will have it's vaccinations when you get him or her, if you have to finish up shots, I recommend not getting the lepto as many yorkies have had problems with the lepto. Do some research and read up on vaccines and over vaccination, you'll find some very interesting information. Hope this helps.

05-28-2008, 12:07 PM	#1
yorkieisme No Longer a Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: berea, ky Posts: 417	New Hi name is Julie and I am new to board. We are on the waiting list to get a yorkie puppy so I decided to research more and join a discussion about these little babies. So when we get ours I am prepared to do what I have to do to give him a stable, loving and happy home. I have already started searching for the right clothes, leash, collar and bed. SO if you know of anyplace to shop please feel free to pass it to me. Also if you have any important information I need to know please do share it. Nice meeting you guys, Julie

05-28-2008, 12:11 PM	#2
DukesMommy YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: CA Posts: 682	Welcome to YT! And congrats on getting a Yorkie =o) I get most of my stuff (clothes, blankets, etc) from GW Little Pet Supplies Dog Clothing for Small Dog Breeds - GW Little some of their stuff is kinda expensive but it's the only place I really know of to get stuff from other than local pet stores..... __________________ Kati,Duke,and Lucie

05-28-2008, 12:19 PM	#4
Lexi Rae Gina, (Lexi's Mommy) Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: LONG ISLAND,NY Posts: 10,455	welcome,, when i first started out, i bought lots of stuff from petedge.com... your going to need lots of stuff. __________________ Gina & Lexi CLICK HERE for our Photo Album ...

05-28-2008, 12:20 PM	#5
Beabble YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,104 Blog Entries: 4	Welcome to YT, so nice to meet you. You'll find TONS of useful and helpful info here and the members are awesome! Just one thing that might be of help to you, not sure if you know this or not, but it's best not to use a regular collar on a yorkie or any small breed for that matter, as they are prone to collapsed tracheas. It's best to use a harness. Good luck and again, welcome to YT! __________________ ~Tracy~

05-28-2008, 12:22 PM	#6
Jeri Cunningham Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hercules,CA Posts: 2,057 Blog Entries: 1	Welcome aboard, If you want to dress your yorkie get it use to clothes when they are young. All of mine were dressed alot when thet were puppies and love getting dressed now. My boys love to be handsome and the girls like to be pretty. __________________ Mandy & Krissy & Teddy & Chelsey & Kayla Non-Yorkie: Rusty & Biewers: Darla & Spanky The Little Rascals

05-28-2008, 12:17 PM	#3
sheilajom YT Addict Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Alabama Posts: 461 Blog Entries: 1	Don't buy a collar, you need a harness for them. Collars are not recommended as it can hurt your baby.

05-28-2008, 12:31 PM	#7
yorkieisme No Longer a Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: berea, ky Posts: 417	Thank you [QUOTE=Beabble;2016484]Just one thing that might be of help to you, not sure if you know this or not, but it's best not to use a regular collar on a yorkie or any small breed for that matter, as they are prone to collapsed tracheas. It's best to use a harness.QUOTE] Oh I did not know this at all. I was looking for the diamond collar also. WOW I have already learned something very valuable. Thank you both for that life saving advice. Now I have to look for a good harness for him. At what age should they be put on one? I would assume that since they are so little that there is a different method? Julie

05-28-2008, 12:32 PM	#8
Oscar's Mummy Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2006 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 1,275	Welcome to YT! LOTS of knowledgeable people on here to help you out! You've already gotten a KEY piece of advice — NO collars — at least not for walking on a leash. Some people use them for their tags, but definitely not for walking! Cant wait to see pics when you get your new puppy! __________________ Janice, Oscar and Baby Ruth "The more people I meet, the more I love my dog."

05-28-2008, 12:33 PM	#9
yorkieisme No Longer a Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: berea, ky Posts: 417	[QUOTE=DukesMommy;2016445]Welcome to YT! And congrats on getting a Yorkie =o) Thank you DukeMommy I checked out the site, very nice. I have submitted my address in for a sales book. This is actually a awesome site. Thank you again.

05-28-2008, 01:03 PM	#10
Juliealfies mum YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: scotland Posts: 2,224	Hi there and welcome, you have come to the right place ,before you have a little one to pamper. Read all the post you can on potty training and diet etc Dont be afraid to ask questions someone will always offer advice. __________________ From Julie Alfie & Lottie

05-28-2008, 01:10 PM	#11
Marc YT Addict Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: canada Posts: 397	Welcome here! Hmmm....find out what the breeder is feeding the pups and decide if you are keeping him on that or switching. This site is a great place to help with which foods are full of "crap" and which are healthiest for your pup. Get lots of toys and chew things. My pup loves soft toys that squeak....and bullysticks for chewing. Wellness Just for Puppy makes a great soft treat for training....the pieces are big so I break them into smaller bits. Enjoy!

05-28-2008, 01:33 PM	#12
RONLYNN Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Manhattan Beach, CA Posts: 1,635	Hi Julie....WELCOME!!!! You will find a lot of helpful people here and a lot of information here. It is really great that you found this site so early. I didn't find it until I had my yorkie for about 6 months! __________________ Ronda & Teddi PPU - Petite Pups United Member The PINK Club Member **

05-28-2008, 01:40 PM	#14
sheilajom YT Addict Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Alabama Posts: 461 Blog Entries: 1	There is a YTer that sells silk harnesses on here, they look fab and are reasonable. They are made to fit. Maybe someone can post the link or her name here for me, I forgot who it was.

05-28-2008, 01:45 PM	#15
Beabble YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,104 Blog Entries: 4	Another thing you may want to get to keep on hand is some Nutrical or Kayro, toy breed dogs tend to get hypoglycemic (blood sugar level goes dangerously low) if they don't eat enough. Having some of the above on hand in case of emergencies is a very good idea. If you switch puppy foods from what the breeder is feeding him or her, make sure you switch over slowly by adding some new food to the old food and gradually lesse the ammount of the old food until it's the food you are switching to, normally this takes about a week. This lessons the chance of tummy upset and is easier on their bellies. Not sure if the pup will have it's vaccinations when you get him or her, if you have to finish up shots, I recommend not getting the lepto as many yorkies have had problems with the lepto. Do some research and read up on vaccines and over vaccination, you'll find some very interesting information. Hope this helps. __________________ ~Tracy~