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Cherbearr71 · 08-02-2009, 02:02 PM

Hi all!

I am new here and just wanted to say "hi", and that I am really happy that I found this forum! I do not have a Yorkie yet, but I am learning a lot about the breed, and figure joining this forum is a great way to learn from experienced Yorkie owners.

I am in the Baltimore area and have learned from this forum already that there are some wonderful breeders here and in the surrounding area! I am very excited about that! Hopefully, I will have a "fur baby" soon!

I only have one question at the moment, and I am sure this is asked all the time, but bear with me...I am still learning to use the search option! What is the gerneral opinion of owning a Yorkie with a child in the house? I have a 4 1/2 year old daughter. She adores animals, but has the typical energy of most 4 year olds. Thanks in advance for your input!

RoscoesMommy42 · 08-02-2009, 02:06 PM

Hello and welcome to YT!!!!! I have 2 children, ages 8 and 4 and we got Roscoe about a month and a half ago and it has been great. The thing that I love about Roscoe is he is on the larger side at 10 pounds and he was a rehome so he was already 9 months when we got him. I think my nerves would be tore all to pieces with a tiny one with my youngest. He does good with animals, but I would still be nervous I think. I know there are a lot on here with small children though and small yorkies. Good luck with your search! Keep us updated.

pookiebear · 08-02-2009, 02:12 PM

Hi and Welcome to YorkieTalk! t was a very good decision to join this board and learn before bringing home your new pup! It has helped me immensely with raising my three. You'll hear all kinds of opinions about small yorkies and children. As long as your child is taught to handle the pup with tender loving care, what to do and not to do, and respect the new pet everything will be fine. I have 2 grand daughters ages 3 and 5. The 3 year old Korie loves to put my little 4.5 pound Bella in the baby doll stroller and baby doll crib and play house with her. Bella loves it as much as Korie does. The only thing I would consider when purchasing is finding one that will weigh at least 4.5 to 5 lbs. The smaller ones are sooo fragile and have a tendency to have health issues. You are choosing a wonderful breed and you won't regret it. You'll just want another one....or two! Best of luck to you.

Ivy Lucille · 08-02-2009, 04:31 PM

Hello and welcome to YT!

danjr68 · 08-02-2009, 04:35 PM

Welcome to YT and good luck with your search

suzieqnova · 08-02-2009, 04:43 PM

As stated above... as long as your children are taught how to treat and handle the furbaby, you will have a happy family pet. Yorkies are wonderful if they are handled correctly and well socialized.

Good luck on your research and puppy hunt

Britster · 08-02-2009, 05:11 PM

Love seeing people from the area! I'm in Annapolis. Keep in touch. Welcome to YT!

As for the children thing, just teach your child to be gentle and socialize the pup well with kids! I would also aim to get a larger Yorkie... more in the 6 pound or more range. They're more "durable".

Jackson adores the children he is familiar with. He likes other kids too but is more cautious about letting them pet him and sometimes he gets shy and backs away, and he's a 14lb Yorkie, lol. However, the few kids that he sees on an almost daily basis, he jumps up to greet, gives kisses, and allows a 1 1/2 year old to do literally anything to him lol. H

Mom to Hot Rod · 08-02-2009, 05:20 PM

Hi and welcome! If your child is gentle, I see no reason why it would be an issue. A smaller yorkie may need some careful watching as they they tend to be a bit more fragile but they learn to get of the way quickly. When we first got Hot Rod, I kicked him several times as he was right on my heels constantly...since then he's learned and I've learned to be more cautious. So you don't have to be a little one to learn to be cautious.

I'm on the eastern shore of MD.

Lisa and Pic · 08-03-2009, 01:33 AM

Hello and Welcome to YorkieTalk!

rbelland · 08-03-2009, 02:35 AM

Hi!!!!! Welcome to Yorkie Talk!!!!!

Mommy2Lacey · 08-03-2009, 02:53 AM

Hello and welcome!
This is a great place to be but be warned it's alittle addictive.

I have an 18 month old baby girl in the house and my Lacey is 18wks. and 3bs. They love eachother to death and are both so gentle with eachother. I think it's all in how you teach them. Little one's like having something smaller than them to care for too i think. I dunno, but it sure is a great bond to experience. I have a picture in my album if you care to see what I'm talking about. LOL yes I'm one of them mommy's that love to show off pictures.

WELCOME!!!

TeresaM · 08-03-2009, 03:05 AM

Hi!

Gennies · 08-03-2009, 04:07 AM

Hello and Welcome to YT! I agree with what's been said already. You will need to teach your daughter that the puppy is not a toy, but a living, breathing thing with feelings that she needs to be careful around and protect.

Is she a hyper child? I ask because, my niece is and at 14 years old my sister got her a chihuahua puppy. She didn't even have the tiny girl a week. She was running in the house and when she down the stairs she stepped on the puppy who was trying to follow her up them. It didn't survive. So please, make sure to teach your daughter about protecting the puppy and no running around it. Do that and you should do great!

FlDebra · 08-03-2009, 04:19 AM

Welcome to YT and kudos on doing research before getting a yorkie.

As to your question about a yorkie with a 4 year old; I would say it all depends on the 4 year old. I would never let them be together without supervision but feel silly saying that as I (and I am sure you) would not leave a 4 year old without supervision anyway. I have seen 4 year olds that would have no problem being gentle enough and having respect for a tiny puppy. I have also seen some that no matter how much supervision, would probably wind up harming their puppy in no time.

I have a 2 year old grandson that I let pet and even hold on his lap the puppies from my last litter and now the one I have kept who is 5 months old. I did not want to institute a "no touch" policy because I think it is important that he learn to be around tiny animals. He knows that any time he wants to hold them he can sit down on the floor and I will bring a puppy to him. He has been very gentle and loves to pet them. I would not leave them ever in a room together without me being right there in arm's reach, but as long as he has that close supervision, he seems to do just fine.

So, it is a judgement call, you as the mother have to make. You know your own child better than anyone. You may find many breeders that just have a hard and fast rule not to sell to families with small children. Offer to have them meet you and your daughter and see how behaved she can be around puppies. It might make a difference to some. Try not to take it personal if they do not agree to sell to you. Many have had experiences that make it impossible for them to chance it again. But I am sure there will be some that will give you a chance, if you have decided your daughter is mature and gentle enough.

Again, -- WELCOME!

mustangbee · 08-03-2009, 04:21 AM

Welcome to YT!!!

Our children were grown up by the time I found Princess. But last year when our Grandchildren moved in (who were 2 & 3 at the time) I sat them down and talked to them about being very careful around Princess. They have been and have grown to protect her. They understand how small she is, they tell everybody Princess is the baby in our family.
Best of luck to you, and again, welcome to our YT family.

08-02-2009, 02:02 PM	#1
Cherbearr71 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Baltimore, MD Posts: 4	Hi all! Newbie From Baltimore Hi all! I am new here and just wanted to say "hi", and that I am really happy that I found this forum! I do not have a Yorkie yet, but I am learning a lot about the breed, and figure joining this forum is a great way to learn from experienced Yorkie owners. I am in the Baltimore area and have learned from this forum already that there are some wonderful breeders here and in the surrounding area! I am very excited about that! Hopefully, I will have a "fur baby" soon! I only have one question at the moment, and I am sure this is asked all the time, but bear with me...I am still learning to use the search option! What is the gerneral opinion of owning a Yorkie with a child in the house? I have a 4 1/2 year old daughter. She adores animals, but has the typical energy of most 4 year olds. Thanks in advance for your input!

08-02-2009, 02:06 PM	#2
RoscoesMommy42 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Morristown, TN Posts: 3,736	Hello and welcome to YT!!!!! I have 2 children, ages 8 and 4 and we got Roscoe about a month and a half ago and it has been great. The thing that I love about Roscoe is he is on the larger side at 10 pounds and he was a rehome so he was already 9 months when we got him. I think my nerves would be tore all to pieces with a tiny one with my youngest. He does good with animals, but I would still be nervous I think. I know there are a lot on here with small children though and small yorkies. Good luck with your search! Keep us updated. __________________ Hello and hugs from Kristie & the furbabies! A world without yorkies is not a very bright one

08-02-2009, 02:12 PM	#3
pookiebear Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Brunswick, Georgia. On the beach! Posts: 1,016	Hi and Welcome to YorkieTalk! t was a very good decision to join this board and learn before bringing home your new pup! It has helped me immensely with raising my three. You'll hear all kinds of opinions about small yorkies and children. As long as your child is taught to handle the pup with tender loving care, what to do and not to do, and respect the new pet everything will be fine. I have 2 grand daughters ages 3 and 5. The 3 year old Korie loves to put my little 4.5 pound Bella in the baby doll stroller and baby doll crib and play house with her. Bella loves it as much as Korie does. The only thing I would consider when purchasing is finding one that will weigh at least 4.5 to 5 lbs. The smaller ones are sooo fragile and have a tendency to have health issues. You are choosing a wonderful breed and you won't regret it. You'll just want another one....or two! Best of luck to you. __________________ Bernie, Baxter, Bella and Blazer

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suzieqnova Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: PA. Posts: 201	As stated above... as long as your children are taught how to treat and handle the furbaby, you will have a happy family pet. Yorkies are wonderful if they are handled correctly and well socialized. Good luck on your research and puppy hunt __________________ Emmitt & Chrissy

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Britster Action Jackson ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,814	Love seeing people from the area! I'm in Annapolis. Keep in touch. Welcome to YT! As for the children thing, just teach your child to be gentle and socialize the pup well with kids! I would also aim to get a larger Yorkie... more in the 6 pound or more range. They're more "durable". Jackson adores the children he is familiar with. He likes other kids too but is more cautious about letting them pet him and sometimes he gets shy and backs away, and he's a 14lb Yorkie, lol. However, the few kids that he sees on an almost daily basis, he jumps up to greet, gives kisses, and allows a 1 1/2 year old to do literally anything to him lol. H __________________ ~ Brit & Lights! Camera! Jackson! CGC ETD TKP ~ Follow Jackson on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jacksontheterrier Last edited by Britster; 08-02-2009 at 05:15 PM.

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Mom to Hot Rod Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: MD Posts: 10,908	Hi and welcome! If your child is gentle, I see no reason why it would be an issue. A smaller yorkie may need some careful watching as they they tend to be a bit more fragile but they learn to get of the way quickly. When we first got Hot Rod, I kicked him several times as he was right on my heels constantly...since then he's learned and I've learned to be more cautious. So you don't have to be a little one to learn to be cautious. I'm on the eastern shore of MD. __________________ www.kissecollar.com Soft Cone Collars for Post-surgery and much more! 10% (non-food) - Discount code YT10

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08-03-2009, 02:53 AM	#11
Mommy2Lacey Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sparta,TN,USA Posts: 137	Hello and welcome! This is a great place to be but be warned it's alittle addictive. I have an 18 month old baby girl in the house and my Lacey is 18wks. and 3bs. They love eachother to death and are both so gentle with eachother. I think it's all in how you teach them. Little one's like having something smaller than them to care for too i think. I dunno, but it sure is a great bond to experience. I have a picture in my album if you care to see what I'm talking about. LOL yes I'm one of them mommy's that love to show off pictures. WELCOME!!!

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08-03-2009, 04:07 AM	#13
Gennies Donating YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 2,865	Hello and Welcome to YT! I agree with what's been said already. You will need to teach your daughter that the puppy is not a toy, but a living, breathing thing with feelings that she needs to be careful around and protect. Is she a hyper child? I ask because, my niece is and at 14 years old my sister got her a chihuahua puppy. She didn't even have the tiny girl a week. She was running in the house and when she down the stairs she stepped on the puppy who was trying to follow her up them. It didn't survive. So please, make sure to teach your daughter about protecting the puppy and no running around it. Do that and you should do great! __________________ Gennie, mommy to my two loves: Bambi & Bijou

08-03-2009, 04:19 AM	#14
FlDebra Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: FL Posts: 7,651	Welcome to YT and kudos on doing research before getting a yorkie. As to your question about a yorkie with a 4 year old; I would say it all depends on the 4 year old. I would never let them be together without supervision but feel silly saying that as I (and I am sure you) would not leave a 4 year old without supervision anyway. I have seen 4 year olds that would have no problem being gentle enough and having respect for a tiny puppy. I have also seen some that no matter how much supervision, would probably wind up harming their puppy in no time. I have a 2 year old grandson that I let pet and even hold on his lap the puppies from my last litter and now the one I have kept who is 5 months old. I did not want to institute a "no touch" policy because I think it is important that he learn to be around tiny animals. He knows that any time he wants to hold them he can sit down on the floor and I will bring a puppy to him. He has been very gentle and loves to pet them. I would not leave them ever in a room together without me being right there in arm's reach, but as long as he has that close supervision, he seems to do just fine. So, it is a judgement call, you as the mother have to make. You know your own child better than anyone. You may find many breeders that just have a hard and fast rule not to sell to families with small children. Offer to have them meet you and your daughter and see how behaved she can be around puppies. It might make a difference to some. Try not to take it personal if they do not agree to sell to you. Many have had experiences that make it impossible for them to chance it again. But I am sure there will be some that will give you a chance, if you have decided your daughter is mature and gentle enough. Again, -- WELCOME! __________________ FlDebra and her ABCs Annie, Ben, Candy Promoting Healthy Breeding to the AKC Yorkshire Terrier Standard

08-03-2009, 04:21 AM	#15
mustangbee Donating YT 9000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: North Carolina :) Posts: 10,616	Welcome to YT!!! Our children were grown up by the time I found Princess. But last year when our Grandchildren moved in (who were 2 & 3 at the time) I sat them down and talked to them about being very careful around Princess. They have been and have grown to protect her. They understand how small she is, they tell everybody Princess is the baby in our family. Best of luck to you, and again, welcome to our YT family. __________________ Friends are God's way of apologizing for our relatives. "Love & Support Our YT Members" Gina & Princess Member of the SSLS