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Chuchi · 01-15-2011, 09:40 AM

Hey guys,

Best regards to all of you Yorkie lovers and owners out there.

My girlfriend and I always had plans of buying a female Yorkie to keep Chuchi company when he became one year old. Due to my frequent travel when Chuchi reached 1 year my girlfriend was hessitant to get a second dog due to my frequent travel schedule. During a trip in December, we met a friends dog who was just adorable and was a Chihuahua. We then decided to get Chuchi a little brother similar to the one we met.

Chuchi comes back today after being a month with a close friend during our vacation. To his surprise (and to our suprise as well), when we went to the dog breader to pick up the Chihuahua I fell in love with a little black one (Giorgio) and my girlfriend with a little brown one (Papi).

We are now the proud owner of our lovely Chuchi and 3 month old Chihuahuas, but the concern..... Chuchi comes home in an hour after having been away for a month!!!

Does anyone have advice on how to best assimilate them and have them get along, as Chuchi now has 2 younger brothers, but I am worried that he will feel invaded when coming back to the house and finding the 2 intruders!

My plan as of now is to give Chuchi the highest possible amount of attention when he gets home, he continues to be the king of the house, and half an hour later introduce him to the boys (that are currently in our bedroom).

Any tips on how to avoid a war for territory and promote friendship and love between the 3 would be greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,

Aron (Chuchi, Papi and Giorgio)

P.S. I've include a picture of our new boys in the post, and Chuchi has an updated picture in his profile.

Chuchi · 01-15-2011, 09:42 AM

I forgot to include a video of Chuchi with his BlackBerry

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Yorkiedaze · 01-15-2011, 09:50 AM

Congratulations! Your sure going to have your hands full for the next year, but what a happy one it will be....training, bonding and the like.
The only advice I can offer in getting the three introduced is to take the two new ones with you when you pick up Chuchi and let them greet one another on a turf that isn't theirs. Then take them on a long walk, and maybe even a dog park if the babies have all their shots. Get them use to walking around as a little pack before heading home. Make things fun for all three. Even if Chuchi isn't all that thrilled to the two new members of the family, he soon will. Yorkies are about the most resilient breeds I know.

Keep us up on progress.

Chuchi · 01-15-2011, 11:29 AM

Thanks for the advice! They just met and they're having a blast! Will try the long walk and get them used to being together and will keep everyone posted. Picture of the 3 together coming up soon!

Patti · 01-15-2011, 11:38 AM

I am glad to hear they are having a blast. Congratulations. All 3 of your babies are adorable. I brought all mine in one at a time without any problems.

Sweet Apple · 01-15-2011, 11:59 AM

I had two yorkies, Apple & Buzz, before I got the chorkie, I named Cha Cha (chihuahua yorkie mix)...Apple & Buzz kinda ganged up on Cha Cha, during play, but the Chihuahua in Cha Cha made a fare sparing partner, to be sure lol...Now, my female yorkie, Apple and the chorkie, Cha Cha play all day long, whilst Buzz chews on his cigar, umm, I mean bully stick lol...It took about a month, before the Yorkies would let Cha Cha sleep in the bed w/us, but they finally allowed it, and all is well...I think w/you having one Yorkie, and the Chi's being puppies, it's going to go well...Just remember to feed the yorkie first, acknowledge him first, when you walk in the door, give him a treat first and on and on and on...As long as he understands he was the first, I don't think there will be an issue...Btw, I had Apple, first, and she thinks I got Buzz, just for her...She thinks he is her live toy to play with...To be honest, I think Buzz welcomes the rest he gets, while the girls play lol...Congratulations, all your fur kidz are adorable!

Chuchi · 01-15-2011, 12:19 PM

Thanks for the great advice Sweet Apple! And you're furry ones are adorable!!! One thing we noticed is that Chuchi is too noble. He lets his 2 little brothers into his crate and bed and leaves (he feels invaded but he doesn't want to bark at them or force them out so he just leaves

).

I am not sure if to just let them sort it out on their own or for now help Chuchi protect his space (they have their own crate and little bed).

What do you guys think would be best?

Thanks,

Aron

Chuchi · 01-15-2011, 12:50 PM

Now, I'm the one who's sad. I went to the computer and called Chuchi over to sit in the chair next to me as he always used to. But Chuchi is sad, he is still getting used to the 2 new pups who are now sharing a room with him. It makes me sad to not see Chuchi with his normal high spirit, he was so happy to come back home and be with us, I couldn't help but break into tears

Hopefully the next few weeks of bonding will make this easier on all of us

J_is_my_initial · 01-15-2011, 12:55 PM

I got a yorkie, then 2 years later got a lh chi. I then last year got a pom. Today I got a 1 yr old lh chi. We are working out the kinks. But chis and yorkies are a good mix in my opinion. good luck and have fun.

nana911 · 01-15-2011, 01:22 PM

I think chihuahuas and yorkies are great together. When you come back from your walks make sure Chuchi enters before the others. Maybe kick the kids out of his bed. It's hard to be 'forced' to share EVERYTHING all at once. Entire house, all the toys, you and mom! Perhaps you could manage a way to let his bed be kinda 'sacred' just for him. At least until he totally accepts them. Right now he thinks it could just be a playdate and he's waiting for the little buggers to leave so he can get his house back. When he doesn't come like usual, go get him and put him in your lap, or his usual place in the chair. Let him know that their presence doesn't affect your relationship or his place in the 'pecking order'.
The newbies will entertain each other, while you lavish more affection on Chuchi than he knows what to do with. Let him feel smothered. He may associate their arrival as a great thing if it brings him so much extra attention.

Congratulations on expanding your pack... the more the merrier!

Sweet Apple · 01-15-2011, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuchi

Thanks for the great advice Sweet Apple! And you're furry ones are adorable!!! One thing we noticed is that Chuchi is too noble. He lets his 2 little brothers into his crate and bed and leaves (he feels invaded but he doesn't want to bark at them or force them out so he just leaves

).

I am not sure if to just let them sort it out on their own or for now help Chuchi protect his space (they have their own crate and little bed).

What do you guys think would be best?

Thanks,

Aron

There IS going to be a pecking order, and no one decides who that will be, except the pups...It might be that Chuchi is just kicking back, taking notes, and will step forward, when he feels comfortable doing so...If not, well, let nature take it's course...Sounds like Chuchi is going to be a good big brother, and respecting that they are babies...Apple was somewhat benevolent w/Buzz, for a little while...Now she wakes up, in the morning, and jumps on him and tossels him all around, just so he doesn't get out of hand the rest of the day lol...You are going to have so much fun watching the interaction of the three pups...Mine keep me smiling all day long...They're a hoot!

Chuchi · 01-15-2011, 04:17 PM

Thanks for all of the feedback guys! After a few more hours together each is keeping their space but we will see what time has planned for these 3 young pups! I will keep you all posted!

YorkieChick1 · 01-15-2011, 06:54 PM

I have 6 Yorkies and 2 Chihuahuas!! I think they are great together!! In fact my youngest Yorkie thinks he is a Chi and always grooms them and sleeps with them and they have accepted him as a hairy "chi" brother!! Both these breeds have similar personality traits so they are all full of personality, stubborn, funny, loving, spirited and the loves of my life. I'm sure Chuchi will learn to love his brothers but it is a bit harder with 3 boys, you probably should have thrown at least one girl in the mix but I think you can make it work. Good Luck!!

Chuchi · 01-15-2011, 10:01 PM

Papi just pissed on Chuchi's bed

This is not going to be easy. Chuchi is too nice to them. I'm going to have to keep a close eye on this little one. In the meanwhile, Giorgio is great and only does his business on the pee pad.

Chuchi · 01-15-2011, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by YorkieChick1

I have 6 Yorkies and 2 Chihuahuas!! I think they are great together!! In fact my youngest Yorkie thinks he is a Chi and always grooms them and sleeps with them and they have accepted him as a hairy "chi" brother!! Both these breeds have similar personality traits so they are all full of personality, stubborn, funny, loving, spirited and the loves of my life. I'm sure Chuchi will learn to love his brothers but it is a bit harder with 3 boys, you probably should have thrown at least one girl in the mix but I think you can make it work. Good Luck!!

Thanks for your response! Did any of your younger ones ever try pissing on the older ones bed when hes not around? The issue is that Chuchi is too nice to them, he hasn't tried to establish his hierarchy over them and I'm worried they will take advantage of his kindness

01-15-2011, 09:40 AM	#1
Chuchi Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Bogota, Colombia Posts: 73	Yorkie with Chihuahuas??? Hey guys, Best regards to all of you Yorkie lovers and owners out there. My girlfriend and I always had plans of buying a female Yorkie to keep Chuchi company when he became one year old. Due to my frequent travel when Chuchi reached 1 year my girlfriend was hessitant to get a second dog due to my frequent travel schedule. During a trip in December, we met a friends dog who was just adorable and was a Chihuahua. We then decided to get Chuchi a little brother similar to the one we met. Chuchi comes back today after being a month with a close friend during our vacation. To his surprise (and to our suprise as well), when we went to the dog breader to pick up the Chihuahua I fell in love with a little black one (Giorgio) and my girlfriend with a little brown one (Papi). We are now the proud owner of our lovely Chuchi and 3 month old Chihuahuas, but the concern..... Chuchi comes home in an hour after having been away for a month!!! Does anyone have advice on how to best assimilate them and have them get along, as Chuchi now has 2 younger brothers, but I am worried that he will feel invaded when coming back to the house and finding the 2 intruders! My plan as of now is to give Chuchi the highest possible amount of attention when he gets home, he continues to be the king of the house, and half an hour later introduce him to the boys (that are currently in our bedroom). Any tips on how to avoid a war for territory and promote friendship and love between the 3 would be greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Aron (Chuchi, Papi and Giorgio) P.S. I've include a picture of our new boys in the post, and Chuchi has an updated picture in his profile. Attached Thumbnails

01-15-2011, 09:50 AM	#3
Yorkiedaze My hairy-legged girls Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: lompoc, ca. Posts: 12,228	Congratulations! Your sure going to have your hands full for the next year, but what a happy one it will be....training, bonding and the like. The only advice I can offer in getting the three introduced is to take the two new ones with you when you pick up Chuchi and let them greet one another on a turf that isn't theirs. Then take them on a long walk, and maybe even a dog park if the babies have all their shots. Get them use to walking around as a little pack before heading home. Make things fun for all three. Even if Chuchi isn't all that thrilled to the two new members of the family, he soon will. Yorkies are about the most resilient breeds I know. Keep us up on progress. __________________ AZRAEL RAZAEL JILLI ANN

01-15-2011, 11:38 AM	#5
Patti Donating YT 30K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 35,509 Blog Entries: 6	I am glad to hear they are having a blast. Congratulations. All 3 of your babies are adorable. I brought all mine in one at a time without any problems. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : RIP Nikki; RIP Maya;RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

01-15-2011, 12:55 PM	#9
J_is_my_initial YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Knoxville,Tennessee Posts: 3,073	I got a yorkie, then 2 years later got a lh chi. I then last year got a pom. Today I got a 1 yr old lh chi. We are working out the kinks. But chis and yorkies are a good mix in my opinion. good luck and have fun. __________________ PAWPRINTS AND DOG HAIR ENHANCE MY PERSONAL STYLE.

01-15-2011, 01:22 PM	#10
nana911 threadkillin' 6 pack Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: USA Posts: 1,242	I think chihuahuas and yorkies are great together. When you come back from your walks make sure Chuchi enters before the others. Maybe kick the kids out of his bed. It's hard to be 'forced' to share EVERYTHING all at once. Entire house, all the toys, you and mom! Perhaps you could manage a way to let his bed be kinda 'sacred' just for him. At least until he totally accepts them. Right now he thinks it could just be a playdate and he's waiting for the little buggers to leave so he can get his house back. When he doesn't come like usual, go get him and put him in your lap, or his usual place in the chair. Let him know that their presence doesn't affect your relationship or his place in the 'pecking order'. The newbies will entertain each other, while you lavish more affection on Chuchi than he knows what to do with. Let him feel smothered. He may associate their arrival as a great thing if it brings him so much extra attention. Congratulations on expanding your pack... the more the merrier! __________________ lorelei, wife to gerry , momma to bear , baxter ,baby and bug

01-15-2011, 11:29 AM	#4
Chuchi Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Bogota, Colombia Posts: 73	Thanks for the advice! They just met and they're having a blast! Will try the long walk and get them used to being together and will keep everyone posted. Picture of the 3 together coming up soon!

01-15-2011, 11:59 AM	#6
Sweet Apple Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, Texas USA Posts: 2,473	I had two yorkies, Apple & Buzz, before I got the chorkie, I named Cha Cha (chihuahua yorkie mix)...Apple & Buzz kinda ganged up on Cha Cha, during play, but the Chihuahua in Cha Cha made a fare sparing partner, to be sure lol...Now, my female yorkie, Apple and the chorkie, Cha Cha play all day long, whilst Buzz chews on his cigar, umm, I mean bully stick lol...It took about a month, before the Yorkies would let Cha Cha sleep in the bed w/us, but they finally allowed it, and all is well...I think w/you having one Yorkie, and the Chi's being puppies, it's going to go well...Just remember to feed the yorkie first, acknowledge him first, when you walk in the door, give him a treat first and on and on and on...As long as he understands he was the first, I don't think there will be an issue...Btw, I had Apple, first, and she thinks I got Buzz, just for her...She thinks he is her live toy to play with...To be honest, I think Buzz welcomes the rest he gets, while the girls play lol...Congratulations, all your fur kidz are adorable!

01-15-2011, 12:19 PM	#7
Chuchi Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Bogota, Colombia Posts: 73	Thanks for the great advice Sweet Apple! And you're furry ones are adorable!!! One thing we noticed is that Chuchi is too noble. He lets his 2 little brothers into his crate and bed and leaves (he feels invaded but he doesn't want to bark at them or force them out so he just leaves ). I am not sure if to just let them sort it out on their own or for now help Chuchi protect his space (they have their own crate and little bed). What do you guys think would be best? Thanks, Aron

01-15-2011, 12:50 PM	#8
Chuchi Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Bogota, Colombia Posts: 73	Now, I'm the one who's sad. I went to the computer and called Chuchi over to sit in the chair next to me as he always used to. But Chuchi is sad, he is still getting used to the 2 new pups who are now sharing a room with him. It makes me sad to not see Chuchi with his normal high spirit, he was so happy to come back home and be with us, I couldn't help but break into tears Hopefully the next few weeks of bonding will make this easier on all of us

01-15-2011, 04:17 PM	#12
Chuchi Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Bogota, Colombia Posts: 73	Thanks for all of the feedback guys! After a few more hours together each is keeping their space but we will see what time has planned for these 3 young pups! I will keep you all posted!

01-15-2011, 06:54 PM	#13
YorkieChick1 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bay Area, California Posts: 2,249	I have 6 Yorkies and 2 Chihuahuas!! I think they are great together!! In fact my youngest Yorkie thinks he is a Chi and always grooms them and sleeps with them and they have accepted him as a hairy "chi" brother!! Both these breeds have similar personality traits so they are all full of personality, stubborn, funny, loving, spirited and the loves of my life. I'm sure Chuchi will learn to love his brothers but it is a bit harder with 3 boys, you probably should have thrown at least one girl in the mix but I think you can make it work. Good Luck!! __________________ Nanci 's her furbabies!! Brooke,Binky,Bunny,Buster & BooBoo And My Chichis: Baby & Bitsy There's nothing that brightens my day more than a puppy kiss!

01-15-2011, 10:01 PM	#14
Chuchi Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Bogota, Colombia Posts: 73	Papi just pissed on Chuchi's bed This is not going to be easy. Chuchi is too nice to them. I'm going to have to keep a close eye on this little one. In the meanwhile, Giorgio is great and only does his business on the pee pad.