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11-21-2012, 06:34 AM | #1 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Switzerland
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| Should I get a second Yorkie? (New to the forum!) Hi everyone! I've just signed up to this community In June 2012 I was on vacation in Florida (I'm Polish/Canadian and have lived in Switzerland for 9 years now) and in Fort Lauderdale I fell in love with my wittle Bentley! He's a Chocolate Yorkie, born in March 2012. He's a very, very active and loving puppy - he's still learning so it's not always so easy But he's a lot of fun. I work full-time and am gone every day for at least 8 hours. I live with my boyfriend and he works at a bar/restaurant which means he's at home during the day and goes to work around 4pm-6pm. That's around when I get home (maybe I'll get home around 7pm or 8pm sometimes) so it works out pretty well. But, what we've thought about now, is to maybe get a second puppy, also a Yorkie But I need advice: - Would 2 dogs be too much of a handful? - Should we get another male puppy or think about a female? Bentley loves playing with other dogs when we go for walks (no matter the size of the dog haha...) and that's why we think it would maybe be great for him to have a friend at home. Help - what do you think?? Thanks so much!! - Michelle |
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11-22-2012, 07:35 AM | #2 |
Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator | We first had Wylie, then got Marcel when Wylie was around 2 yrs old. Even though Wylie freaked out a little when we got a 2nd one, he now loves having the company. We got a 3rd (Pfeiffer, our girl) when Marcel was around 3 - they all play together and have fun, with only occasional dust ups. I don't think 2 is much more work, to be honest. So, I'll enable you and say get another one !!!!
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11-22-2012, 08:38 AM | #3 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Merritt Island,FL
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| We too got our 2nd yorkie, Abby, when Ziva was two- it took a bit of an adjustment because Ziva was already very set in her ways. Once she got used to Abby they are pals and Abby is great company (I had picked her from a litter of 5 - not for her looks but her sweet and easy going attitude).I would say sooner rather than later, even tho it might be hardtraining for a while.Spay or/and neuter as soon as possible! |
11-22-2012, 08:53 AM | #4 |
I ♥ my girls! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: With My Yorkies
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| Rosie was 4 years old when we got Mikki. At first it was a little rough but now they play and love each other. We still have our moments, you know they are both females, but all in all they love each other! The other thing I need to throw out there is to keep in mind it s double the expense. It is double everything. But if you can afford it, then go for the second one! One more thing, if I had it to do over I think I would go with one male and one female. I wouldn't trade my two girls for anything in the world. But I think a male and female would make the transition a little smoother!
__________________ Momma to three sweet Yorkie girls Rosie Marie, Mikki Leigh , and Lily Mae Grace! |
11-22-2012, 09:45 AM | #5 |
Katie Scarlett's Mommy Donating Member | I would love to have a second one, but haven't talked the hubby into it yet. I wanted to rescue a Maltese but he just wasn't for it. So I spoke with my Mom and they ended up rescuing the same Maltese. So now, even though Mollie doesn't live with us, I do get to sort of experience 2 at a time when I babysit or visit them. I must say, two is twice the fun! Of course you have to look at the financial aspect. You are looking at doubling your costs in vaccinations, check up's, flea preventative, heartworm preventative, grooming, toys, etc. But if you can afford to, I say go for it! And Welcome to YT!
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11-22-2012, 10:02 AM | #6 |
And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI
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| Why not? As long as you have the time, money, and energy, I don't see why not. Either sex should be fine. Getting a gurl may ease the transition. Depends on our boy's personality. You could have a meet and greet first. We added a smal breed boy to our family after our girl was the lone dog for ten years. She does not love other dogs. It was rocky at first. She still terrorizes him, but it is pretty apparent that she really enjoys herself when doing this. They like to play..on her terms only. If we had gotten a second small breed female I'm ot so sure it would have worked out.
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11-22-2012, 10:12 AM | #7 |
and Khloe Mae's too! Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Eastern Washington
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| Like the others have said, go for it if you are financially able. I added my female when my male was 2 years old and they did great. He accepted her like she was always here, but I know it's not always like that. I like knowing when I leave they aren't alone... They have each other
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11-22-2012, 10:16 AM | #8 |
Therapy Yorkies Work Donating Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Central, Florida
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| Two was perfect for me when I worked full time. They had company and a playmate. I could afford it and had the time to walk, play, groom and spoil two.
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11-22-2012, 10:18 AM | #9 |
Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md
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| Welcome to YorkieTalk! I would wait until you have finished training one before getting another. Then if you can afford vet care, time, and everything to another pup I would go for it. If you male is neutered I would get a girl so you can have one of each.
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11-22-2012, 12:29 PM | #10 |
YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: USA
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| hi , welcome to yorkie talk. I also have a chocolate yorkie . if you can afford the expense and time to care for 2 i say go for it.. |
11-22-2012, 04:54 PM | #11 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: PA
Posts: 119
| Not to rain on the parade, I'll offer a different perspective. We got our 2nd dog (male cockapoo) when our first dog (female cockapoo) was 2 yrs old. We thought they would become buddies. Not sure if it's the "mixed breed" or what, but they never became buddies. They tolerate each other. That's about all. And it's been that way for 11 years now! We got our third dog (a Biewer) 2 months ago, and he's a bundle of puppy! The other two (now 13yo and 11yo) want nothing to do with him. But we have visiting pups, a 2yo and a 3yo yorkie-mix, and the 3 younger dogs are having a blast together this week! Good luck deciding what to do! |
11-23-2012, 10:15 AM | #12 |
YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY
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| I have been going back and forth about getting another one as well. There are a lot of things to consider. I think Gracie would love to have another dog to play with but it does mean more work and more time. You are not home most of the day so does your boyfriend make sure your dog gets enough exercise and attention during the day? Exercise is really important for dogs to keep them happy and healthy. You say your dog has lots of energy. Is he able to run that energy off like he should? Will your boyfriend want to spend the time training the new puppy? The added vet expenses are another thing to consider. |
11-23-2012, 02:05 PM | #13 | |
♥Momma's Bambino♥ Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ca
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| Same here, I had Peanut for a year.. Then we got another yorkie- Peanut was not happy about it, he was miserable. I adopted PigPen out to a home with a kids.. He is much happier and so is Peanut. I think some dogs want to be the only one- just make sure you know how your dog is so you don't have to go through what I did or Maxwell is going through!! Quote:
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11-23-2012, 02:30 PM | #14 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member | Hello and welcome to YT. Also check on the regulations for importing puppies to Switzerland. Some countries have 3-4 month quarantine. Good luck. I hope to see some pics soon
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