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12-03-2012, 11:39 AM | #1 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Georgia
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| Need advice...Thinking of adding a furbaby to our family. My husband and I have talked several times of maybe adding another furbaby to our little family. At this time we only have our little Bella who will soon be 3. We would like for Bella to have a little brother/sister to play with, but have not made it a point to really sit down and talk about the pros and cons... But lately I really been thinking about maybe adopting a rescue yorkie. I appreciate any advice on pros/cons of this idea. In advance...Thank you!
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12-03-2012, 11:44 AM | #2 |
I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member | I love the idea of rescuing a baby, if you work with the rescue, they will be able to tell you if the pup is good with other dogs. Many dogs are in rescue because someones lifestyle changes, for example, a new baby. Don't forget to check out the rescue section on YT! Yorkie Rescues & New Homes Needed - YorkieTalk.com Forums - Yorkshire Terrier Community. Best of luck in finding your girl a playmate.
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12-03-2012, 05:54 PM | #3 |
Yorkie mom of 4 Donating YT Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaPlata, Md
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| I think rescuing is great. I would make sure that you are prepared to spend some money on possible health issues as well as some behavior issues. Rescue dogs can be great dogs. My mom rescued a yorkie and he is awesome he was potty trained, walked great on the leash, and was neutered but he had a fear of any dog bigger then him and would snap at them and we had to teach him not to do that. He never bit just snapped his teeth together. He also had to have a dental. He is so funny it's like he never had many toys and will pull all of them out of the toy box and leave them in odd places. It makes me sad when I bath him though because he has little scars on his body. They have had him three years so far and he now has a light and happiness in his eyes that only being loved and cared about could bring. He gets separation anxiety a little but I think that is because he had three different homes and fears he will be left again even though my mom tells him often she is his last home.
__________________ Taylor My babies Joey, Penny ,Ollie & Dixie Callie Mae, you will forever be in my heart! |
12-03-2012, 06:38 PM | #4 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member | Rescues are the most rewarding feeling in the world. Good luck in your search
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12-04-2012, 02:03 PM | #5 |
YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY
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| It is different for everyone depending on your lifestyle. If you are gone a good deal of the time then you would need a rescue that did not have a lot of emotional or behavioral problems that need to be worked on. Some rescues do have dogs that just need to be re homed due to changing circumstances. If you do go with a rescue make sure you are dealing with a good reputable organization that will help to match you with a dog that is suited to your household and your ability to work with it. There are some places that call themselves "rescues" that are not reliable people. It is nice when an only dog gets to have a little friend to hang out with. I hope you find a perfect match. |
12-04-2012, 09:29 PM | #6 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2010 Location: Eastern Shore of Maryland
Posts: 375
| I have 4 that are from rescues. The main point with adding a new member to your family is the company that your little one will have when your Mom is not home. They will have each other. I had one yorkie back 20 years ago. after he past, I said I would never get another yorkie without a play mate . So, when I got Sadie and the last puppy was looking at me , like to say , why are you taking my sister away from me... I said OKay how much for her? That was the best thing I ever did. They are litter mates and best buddies. I fostered for a local rescue group, and had many little dogs that I fostered. I now have stopped fostering, but I have people that know me , So if someone has a yorkie they have to re home I will take them, Get them vetted, spayed/neutered dental ect. I keep them until I find the perfect, stay at home, no young children home that I can find. Even if it takes months. I keep in touch with all of my new homes and most want a new one to add to the family. I have 5 yorkies and a maltese and no more for me. LOL I can not think of any cons at all. Good Luck.
__________________ Brenda Jackie,Sadie, Rosie, Julie and Sophie my other non yorkie fur babies Romeo Lillie and Sammie, Jessie, Callie, Cloie. |
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