Will my Yorkie get along with a bigger dog? - YorkieTalk.com Forums

Alvi · 08-28-2012, 08:59 PM

I want to get another doggie and he should get along with my Yorkie, which I usually keep in my garden when it's not cold outside since he's not a Toy Yorkie.
My partner suggested Rottweilers and Dobermans since he's a bit paranoid about some things that have happened in our neighborhood however I'd rather go for a Husky since I find them way prettier and winters here reach even -10F / -23C.

But still, this whole idea seems crazy to me, this Yorkie is my first dog and before having him I was basically scared of any dog. I just lost the fear on mid sized dogs and I might get a huge one... I was also thinking about a golden retriever, which my partner might not agree on since he's smaller.

I do like the idea of getting a puppy also as a friend of my Yorkie and I don't know how that could work out, I have a dog trainer and I will ask him. However I don't want him to think that I'm getting another dog because I got bored of mine or something, I don't know why I'm getting paranoid about what he is going to think about this idea.

yorkietalkjilly · 08-28-2012, 09:19 PM

Even Yorkie's that are not ultra small are still small, often fragile dogs and if left in the unsupervised company of a dog 5 or 6 to 10 times their weight, not to mention power and strength. Even in play, a 65 lb. dog, let alone a 85 or 95 lb. one, could really hurt or even kill a Yorkie. I would not get a large dog to leave out in the garden with my Yorkie - the result could be tragic for your little terrier.

kjc · 08-28-2012, 09:24 PM

Yorkies (all of them) are house dogs...not tough enough to be left outside in the yard. Even a large breed puppy could hurt or even kill a Yorkie... just in playing or by accident. I'd keep the Yorkie in the house and leave the Husky outside... they are better able to handle the weather.

Alvi · 08-28-2012, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by kjc

they are better able to handle the weather.

That's what I thought too

kjc · 08-28-2012, 09:54 PM

I had a GSD with a Yorkie and a Maltese. The GSD was an exceptional dog around the smaller dogs, I think she thought she was a little dog. But I never fully trusted her. Yorkies are too much 'in your face' when they want something, and they could care less, they would wrestle a dinosaur for a bone, lol.

So I never relaxed much until they were crated at bed time. There was only one fight, when my Yorkie decided he wanted to eat the big dog's food. She showed her teeth and growled at him, and started to open her mouth because he wouldn't get out of her bowl, by that time I got between them and no one got hurt. The thing is, her teeth are so big, even a gentle bite to the right area could punture a Yorkie's heart or lung.

When the GSD would play, she would smack her feet on the floor, but not when she played with the little dogs. But puppies will do this as will most big dogs. This action alone can break a Yorkie's neck or back if they happen to hit the Yorkie.

My larger Yorkie wounded my smaller Yorkie when he shoved his head in her mouth trying to attack her. He almost lost an eye, and she never even bit down.

Just saying, when you have two or more dogs, they need to be supervised when they're together. And may require additional training...

concretegurl · 08-28-2012, 10:01 PM

I have a yorkie schnorkie and mini schnauzer.

My schorkie is my largest he loves chihuahuas.

My mini Schnauzer likes the neighbors kittens.

My yorkie is bffs with a a giant american staff.

We gad a whippet rhodian ridgeback cross here for almost 2 years. Finally she was trained enough to be rehomed, we joke about it but her rough play that was exclusive to scoobers cloaer to her height but by no means weight caused for many interventiins.interventions

They all get along fine, however I prefer dogs of closer sizes at a time.

Can it work yes, but should their personalities conflict the results could be detramental.

Derik isnt allowed to get the GSD or giant schnauzer until the end of these dogs lives...or so he thinks I plan on more yorkies and mini schnauzers.

yorkietalkjilly · 08-28-2012, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by kjc

I had a GSD with a Yorkie and a Maltese. The GSD was an exceptional dog around the smaller dogs, I think she thought she was a little dog. But I never fully trusted her. Yorkies are too much 'in your face' when they want something, and they could care less, they would wrestle a dinosaur for a bone, lol.

So I never relaxed much until they were crated at bed time. There was only one fight, when my Yorkie decided he wanted to eat the big dog's food. She showed her teeth and growled at him, and started to open her mouth because he wouldn't get out of her bowl, by that time I got between them and no one got hurt. The thing is, her teeth are so big, even a gentle bite to the right area could punture a Yorkie's heart or lung.

When the GSD would play, she would smack her feet on the floor, but not when she played with the little dogs. But puppies will do this as will most big dogs. This action alone can break a Yorkie's neck or back if they happen to hit the Yorkie.

My larger Yorkie wounded my smaller Yorkie when he shoved his head in her mouth trying to attack her. He almost lost an eye, and she never even bit down.

Just saying, when you have two or more dogs, they need to be supervised when they're together. And may require additional training...

Good post.

true61912 · 08-28-2012, 11:25 PM

I do not have a big dog, however, my yorkie has been around 2 big dogs. One was a HUGE golden retreiver, probably the biggest one I have ever seen, and he was SUPER gentle with my Jaxx. This dog was a stranger's dog and had never seen my dog at all and was letting my little guy jump on him and everything. Never barked at him or nothing. And the other big dog he has been around was a pit mix of some sort that had gotten lose in my neighborhood that had also never seen my dog and he was super gentle with him as well. But it all would depend on the nature of the dog that you get, how old it is at the time, etc. If it's an older dog that has never been around other dogs, they may not go well together, but if you get a puppy that can grow up around your yorkie then they may get along great!

I agree with everyone else though, outside is no place to let a yorkie run.

Alvi · 08-30-2012, 07:06 AM

Yeah, I talked to my trainer and to my partner and we realized that my Yorkie must first finish growing up, finish his doggie training so he's a more chilled out dog, because everyone thinks he's crazy at this moment

At the end of the day he's just 7 months old however he is a bigger Yorkie, I estimate he weighs at least 11 Pounds. I think we might get a dog next spring since getting a pup in winter is quite complicated. Whether it's another Yorkie, a pug or a Golden Retriever at least my dog will be prepared and probably if a slightly bigger dog grows up with him he will respect him.

yorkietalkjilly · 08-30-2012, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Alvi

Yeah, I talked to my trainer and to my partner and we realized that my Yorkie must first finish growing up, finish his doggie training so he's a more chilled out dog, because everyone thinks he's crazy at this moment

At the end of the day he's just 7 months old however he is a bigger Yorkie, I estimate he weighs at least 11 Pounds. I think we might get a dog next spring since getting a pup in winter is quite complicated. Whether it's another Yorkie, a pug or a Golden Retriever at least my dog will be prepared and probably if a slightly bigger dog grows up with him he will respect him.

Have you had a large dog before such as a Golden? Don't count on dogs respecting each other because one grows up from a pup with another. Yorkies can be pugnacious and confrontational - they don't know their size. Even brothers/sisters can fight, they can play rough - too rough. A Golden would not normally be a good playmate for a Yorkie unless you are a VERY watchful, conscientious dog owner who plans to supervise their every moment together. A Goldie is avg. 65 - 75 lb. dog and though no doubt there are Yorkies raised and living with them and other similar-sized dogs in the family without trouble where the owners are extremely watchful and careful, just as surely there are cases where one has been injured or killed by one. I'd be very careful in my selection of a second dog if I had a Yorkshire Terrier. Even the biggest, toughest Yorkie is still a very small, fragile dog under the paw of a 75 lb. dog.

Lilymo · 08-30-2012, 12:53 PM

Did you know that Yorkies don't have fur like other dogs, theirs is more like human hair without an under coat. It concerns me that a yorkie is being left outdoors. 11lbs is not heavy. THey don't have the means to keep themselves warm. Just
A thought

concretegurl · 08-30-2012, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Lilymo

Did you know that Yorkies don't have fur like other dogs, theirs is more like human hair without an under coat. It concerns me that a yorkie is being left outdoors. 11lbs is not heavy. THey don't have the means to keep themselves warm. Just
A thought

Also a harness should be used attached to the leash, other wise the fragile throat can be crushed. Collapsing trachea.

Britster · 08-30-2012, 03:53 PM

I think big dogs and little dogs can very well live together, but it really does just depends on your diligence, the breeds, the dogs themselves, etc.

A Husky is not a breed that comes to mind when being good with little dogs to be honest. Rottie's tend to be, in my experience, good with the little ones but again it just depends on the dog - some may not be. Dobermans are prone to same sex aggression, so prone that a good breeder will not sell a male dog to you if you already have a male. These are all very powerful breeds who do require a lot of your time. I wouldn't expect any of these breeds to live outside. They want to be a part of your family and very much bond with you. They will not be satisfied with being stuck in the backyard all day with no outlets, training, exercise.

Oddly enough, the biggest of the big tend to be the best with small dogs- Great Danes, English Mastiffs, etc. Of course there is always exceptions, and it does take training and socialization. Goldens always seem to be great as well, and Labs except for when they are puppies, they tend to be overly rambunctious.

Also, herders seem to dislike other bigger dogs and enjoy smaller dogs. But herders need jobs to do- and their mind kept busy.

Btw, Jackson is approx. 16lbs and I could never imagine leaving him outside by himself!

gemy · 08-31-2012, 03:57 PM

You mentioned having a fear of larger dogs; that concerns me, for any larger breed you might get.

Large and Toy breeds each have unique needs. Well truly all dog breeds do. But to mix a larger size dog with a toy breed, (any breed that is under 20 lbs), takes a careful, conscious owner. Another point I'd like to make, is that you need to feel relaxed in your awareness of your dog's interactions. If you are very tense when this larger breed grows up to it's size, if you are nervous around the big dog, and always nervous around the large and small interacting; that doesn't make for a very enjoyable home life.

So think carefully, you are a new dog owner, just finding your way through the joyous world of dog ownership. Don't rush it. If your partner is worried about security at home; maybe think about an alarm system.

There is for the responsible dog owner, a whole world of training, that is so necessary with large dogs... and Goldens are anywhere from 60-80 pounds or so.

Keep working with your trainer, keep exposing yourself to large breed dogs. Talk to their owners, find out what they feel they need to do with their dog. Read lots.

I am a large breed owner and a Yorkie owner, and there are many adjustments I make to keep every-one safe around one another; but I am very experienced in this arena.

Brit is absolutely right when she says, many giant breeds are actually quite good with toy dogs; but that is with an owner that Does the requisite training, and after the Giant breed has matured.

gracielove · 09-01-2012, 12:55 AM

Why do you want a dog at all since you leave it outside all the time? Do you live outside? I'd say you already have one too many dogs.

A Yorkie of any size belongs inside with it's people. I would never put it outside with any large dog unsupervised.
If your boyfriend is afraid of robbers you can tell him that a large dog is not going to prevent break ins. Especially when the dog is outside.

08-28-2012, 08:59 PM	#1
Alvi Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Romania Posts: 35	Will my Yorkie get along with a bigger dog? I want to get another doggie and he should get along with my Yorkie, which I usually keep in my garden when it's not cold outside since he's not a Toy Yorkie. My partner suggested Rottweilers and Dobermans since he's a bit paranoid about some things that have happened in our neighborhood however I'd rather go for a Husky since I find them way prettier and winters here reach even -10F / -23C. But still, this whole idea seems crazy to me, this Yorkie is my first dog and before having him I was basically scared of any dog. I just lost the fear on mid sized dogs and I might get a huge one... I was also thinking about a golden retriever, which my partner might not agree on since he's smaller. I do like the idea of getting a puppy also as a friend of my Yorkie and I don't know how that could work out, I have a dog trainer and I will ask him. However I don't want him to think that I'm getting another dog because I got bored of mine or something, I don't know why I'm getting paranoid about what he is going to think about this idea.

08-28-2012, 09:19 PM	#2
yorkietalkjilly ♥ Love My Tibbe! ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: D/FW, Texas Posts: 22,140	Even Yorkie's that are not ultra small are still small, often fragile dogs and if left in the unsupervised company of a dog 5 or 6 to 10 times their weight, not to mention power and strength. Even in play, a 65 lb. dog, let alone a 85 or 95 lb. one, could really hurt or even kill a Yorkie. I would not get a large dog to leave out in the garden with my Yorkie - the result could be tragic for your little terrier. __________________ Jeanie and Tibbe One must do the best one can. You may get some marks for a very imperfect answer: you will certainly get none for leaving the question alone. C. S. Lewis

08-28-2012, 09:24 PM	#3
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,866	Yorkies (all of them) are house dogs...not tough enough to be left outside in the yard. Even a large breed puppy could hurt or even kill a Yorkie... just in playing or by accident. I'd keep the Yorkie in the house and leave the Husky outside... they are better able to handle the weather. __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

08-28-2012, 09:54 PM	#5
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,866	I had a GSD with a Yorkie and a Maltese. The GSD was an exceptional dog around the smaller dogs, I think she thought she was a little dog. But I never fully trusted her. Yorkies are too much 'in your face' when they want something, and they could care less, they would wrestle a dinosaur for a bone, lol. So I never relaxed much until they were crated at bed time. There was only one fight, when my Yorkie decided he wanted to eat the big dog's food. She showed her teeth and growled at him, and started to open her mouth because he wouldn't get out of her bowl, by that time I got between them and no one got hurt. The thing is, her teeth are so big, even a gentle bite to the right area could punture a Yorkie's heart or lung. When the GSD would play, she would smack her feet on the floor, but not when she played with the little dogs. But puppies will do this as will most big dogs. This action alone can break a Yorkie's neck or back if they happen to hit the Yorkie. My larger Yorkie wounded my smaller Yorkie when he shoved his head in her mouth trying to attack her. He almost lost an eye, and she never even bit down. Just saying, when you have two or more dogs, they need to be supervised when they're together. And may require additional training... __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

08-28-2012, 10:01 PM	#6
concretegurl Between♥Suspensions Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Vaissades Posts: 7,979	I have a yorkie schnorkie and mini schnauzer. My schorkie is my largest he loves chihuahuas. My mini Schnauzer likes the neighbors kittens. My yorkie is bffs with a a giant american staff. We gad a whippet rhodian ridgeback cross here for almost 2 years. Finally she was trained enough to be rehomed, we joke about it but her rough play that was exclusive to scoobers cloaer to her height but by no means weight caused for many interventiins.interventions They all get along fine, however I prefer dogs of closer sizes at a time. Can it work yes, but should their personalities conflict the results could be detramental. Derik isnt allowed to get the GSD or giant schnauzer until the end of these dogs lives...or so he thinks I plan on more yorkies and mini schnauzers. __________________ Shan & 8 kids now! Last edited by concretegurl; 08-28-2012 at 10:04 PM.

08-28-2012, 11:25 PM	#8
true61912 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Cleveland, TN, USA Posts: 4	I do not have a big dog, however, my yorkie has been around 2 big dogs. One was a HUGE golden retreiver, probably the biggest one I have ever seen, and he was SUPER gentle with my Jaxx. This dog was a stranger's dog and had never seen my dog at all and was letting my little guy jump on him and everything. Never barked at him or nothing. And the other big dog he has been around was a pit mix of some sort that had gotten lose in my neighborhood that had also never seen my dog and he was super gentle with him as well. But it all would depend on the nature of the dog that you get, how old it is at the time, etc. If it's an older dog that has never been around other dogs, they may not go well together, but if you get a puppy that can grow up around your yorkie then they may get along great! I agree with everyone else though, outside is no place to let a yorkie run.

08-30-2012, 07:06 AM	#9
Alvi Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Romania Posts: 35	Yeah, I talked to my trainer and to my partner and we realized that my Yorkie must first finish growing up, finish his doggie training so he's a more chilled out dog, because everyone thinks he's crazy at this moment At the end of the day he's just 7 months old however he is a bigger Yorkie, I estimate he weighs at least 11 Pounds. I think we might get a dog next spring since getting a pup in winter is quite complicated. Whether it's another Yorkie, a pug or a Golden Retriever at least my dog will be prepared and probably if a slightly bigger dog grows up with him he will respect him.

08-30-2012, 12:53 PM	#11
Lilymo YT Addict Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Scotland Posts: 441	Did you know that Yorkies don't have fur like other dogs, theirs is more like human hair without an under coat. It concerns me that a yorkie is being left outdoors. 11lbs is not heavy. THey don't have the means to keep themselves warm. Just A thought __________________ Eileen mum to Mitzi Brodie Robyn Molly and Lilly RIP Morgan

08-30-2012, 03:53 PM	#13
Britster Action Jackson ♥ Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 17,814	I think big dogs and little dogs can very well live together, but it really does just depends on your diligence, the breeds, the dogs themselves, etc. A Husky is not a breed that comes to mind when being good with little dogs to be honest. Rottie's tend to be, in my experience, good with the little ones but again it just depends on the dog - some may not be. Dobermans are prone to same sex aggression, so prone that a good breeder will not sell a male dog to you if you already have a male. These are all very powerful breeds who do require a lot of your time. I wouldn't expect any of these breeds to live outside. They want to be a part of your family and very much bond with you. They will not be satisfied with being stuck in the backyard all day with no outlets, training, exercise. Oddly enough, the biggest of the big tend to be the best with small dogs- Great Danes, English Mastiffs, etc. Of course there is always exceptions, and it does take training and socialization. Goldens always seem to be great as well, and Labs except for when they are puppies, they tend to be overly rambunctious. Also, herders seem to dislike other bigger dogs and enjoy smaller dogs. But herders need jobs to do- and their mind kept busy. Btw, Jackson is approx. 16lbs and I could never imagine leaving him outside by himself! __________________ ~ Brit & Lights! Camera! Jackson! CGC ETD TKP ~ Follow Jackson on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jacksontheterrier

08-31-2012, 03:57 PM	#14
gemy YT 2000 Club Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Huntsville,Ont,Canaada Posts: 12,335 Blog Entries: 2	You mentioned having a fear of larger dogs; that concerns me, for any larger breed you might get. Large and Toy breeds each have unique needs. Well truly all dog breeds do. But to mix a larger size dog with a toy breed, (any breed that is under 20 lbs), takes a careful, conscious owner. Another point I'd like to make, is that you need to feel relaxed in your awareness of your dog's interactions. If you are very tense when this larger breed grows up to it's size, if you are nervous around the big dog, and always nervous around the large and small interacting; that doesn't make for a very enjoyable home life. So think carefully, you are a new dog owner, just finding your way through the joyous world of dog ownership. Don't rush it. If your partner is worried about security at home; maybe think about an alarm system. There is for the responsible dog owner, a whole world of training, that is so necessary with large dogs... and Goldens are anywhere from 60-80 pounds or so. Keep working with your trainer, keep exposing yourself to large breed dogs. Talk to their owners, find out what they feel they need to do with their dog. Read lots. I am a large breed owner and a Yorkie owner, and there are many adjustments I make to keep every-one safe around one another; but I am very experienced in this arena. Brit is absolutely right when she says, many giant breeds are actually quite good with toy dogs; but that is with an owner that Does the requisite training, and after the Giant breed has matured. __________________ Razzle and Dara. Our clan. RIP Karma Dec 24th 2004-July 14 2013 RIP Zoey Jun9 th 2008-May 12 2012. RIP Magic,Mar 26 2006July 1st 2018

09-01-2012, 12:55 AM	#15
gracielove YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY Posts: 6,582	Why do you want a dog at all since you leave it outside all the time? Do you live outside? I'd say you already have one too many dogs. A Yorkie of any size belongs inside with it's people. I would never put it outside with any large dog unsupervised. If your boyfriend is afraid of robbers you can tell him that a large dog is not going to prevent break ins. Especially when the dog is outside.