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02-13-2006, 06:39 AM | #1 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: denver
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| Help!!!! VALENTINES YORKIE COMEING HOME I have bought my wife a teacup puppie. I have had out side dogs but am clueless as to what to do when we bring her home. It is tommorow night and I feel like when we were going to bring our first child except I do not have my mother to help me. clueless in Denver |
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02-13-2006, 07:09 AM | #2 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: none
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| yikes! Well, you don't have much time to do your research! Attached is an article I like to post from since many people have said that you have to be more careful with the smaller yorkies. Personally, I don't think first time dog owners should start out with tinies. If you suspect anything wrong with her, you have to take her to the vet immediately, because tomorrow can be too late. DEFINATELY have money saved up for an emergency vet when you have a yorkie baby. Many e-vets do not take credit. You should buy some nutrical since it is such a little guy some people say there is more of a threat for by HYPOGLYCEMIA so be very watchful of How big is he and how old? March 2006 issue of Dog Fancy. Every month they do a several page article on a specific breed. This month's breed, THE YORKSHIRE TERRIER!!!!!!! they have a section called No Teacups. It reads: "The tiniest of the tiny Yorkies, weighing less than the standard size of 4 to 7 pounds as adults, are sometimes called "Teacup Yorkies." The term doesnt technically exist, according to the Yorkshire Terrier Club of America or the American Kennel Club, and refers to dogs who, rather than being rare or special, are actually just dangerously small, more susceptible to injury and accidents, and particularly vulnerable to health problems, says Shirley Patterson, corresponding secretary of the Yorkshire Terrier Club of America. She urges potential owners not to be fooled by breeders trying to sell these extra-small Yorkies for extra-large prices. 'These dogs need constant supervision, become dehydrated very easily, and get sick frequently,' Patterson says. Responsible breeders will not charge more money for these smaller dogs, who can naturally be born in any litter." Here is a good website to start you out: http://glassyorkies.homestead.com/care.html Last edited by cheryl000; 02-13-2006 at 07:12 AM. |
02-13-2006, 07:30 AM | #3 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Germantown, Tennessee
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| I would recommend you check around your area bookstores and get "Yorkies for Dummies." Despite the title is it s fantastic resource and will have all the information you need to get started.
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02-13-2006, 07:36 AM | #4 |
YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Missouri
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| Get a hold of the breeder, ask about care and find out what food the pup is eating. Most breeders will send home a starter kit for the pup. and what shots the pup has had so far..NEVER , never let a Vet restart shots, that the pup has already had..as this can kill a pup. You will need Food Small shallow food and water bowls.( nothing to deep so the pup can’t fall into it and drown.) Toys/ Teething sticks. Bedding (small pet crate). Take an extra small blanket or towel with you when picking up the pup and rub it on the mom. The scent will help settle the pup. The pup will whine and fuss a few nights until it gets use to the new surroundings. NutriCal (very important) a supplement if the pup is not eating right, seems weak, to prevent low blood sugar and death. If this happen give the pup the supplement and seek Vets help. A good book on Yorkie puppies. Puppy need rest just like babies.. Some will sleep and take naps.. some want to play to much. I always made mine take a naps after 45 mins to an hour when young. Just don’t let the pup play to hard. Or handled by to many people for awhile. keep pup away from other animals until the pup has had all it's shots. Keep pup warm and out of drafts. Good luck...on your new baby. |
02-13-2006, 07:37 AM | #5 |
I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
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| If you do a search of this site you can find lots of advice thats been given to new puppy owners. Good luck.
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02-13-2006, 08:16 AM | #6 |
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| hi AND WELCOME!! So glad you found us!! You are obviously doing your research because you found Yorkie Talk and this forum is an invaluable tool for yorkie owners!! How old is the little one and how much does she weigh? The answers to these questions will help us to help you. I have three yorkies and rthey are all smaller so I would love to help answert your questions!! You must be thrilled and what a terrific husband you are!! Your wife is alucky woman!!! |
02-13-2006, 08:30 AM | #7 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Pennsylvania
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| LOTS of good advice already! Remember to puppy proof whatever room you are starting your pup out in (free roam of the entire house is not a good idea). Remember, a penny left of the floor can cost you over a thousand in vet bills. Keep in mind as far as other people and animals go what you would if you were bringing home a newborn baby. You HAVE to let us know her response to the new pup! Please post pictures along with the story . |
02-13-2006, 08:32 AM | #8 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: denver
Posts: 26
| thanks, this was good info and will help a lot. thanks for takeing the time to help me |
02-13-2006, 08:33 AM | #9 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: denver
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| you are not calling me a dummy are you. just kiddin. thanks for the info |
02-13-2006, 08:33 AM | #10 |
Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Pennsylvania
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| oh Oh OH, you will HAVE to learn the "Yorkie Shuffle"!!!! That is a MUST. That is very small steps (more like shuffling your feet as you walk) so you don't kick your new little pup across the room with one regular step . It has happened to a lot of us and some pups have ended up in the ER. |
02-13-2006, 08:37 AM | #11 |
Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: USA
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| Yes- you have gotten lots of good advice. I like cat beds for baby yorkies- cause they are little. YOU need an area blocked off and a crate- I really believe in crate training for ease of potty training. I like the pee pads for the first few months too along with taking them outside. Your baby will probably cry the first few nights. Don't worry- this shouldn't last too long. I kept my baby in our room the first few weeks and then moved her to right outside our bedroom door at night. It worked for us. Good luck and Welcome to YT- you and your wife will get lots of help here. |
02-13-2006, 08:39 AM | #12 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: denver
Posts: 26
| she come from a father that is 4 lbs and a mother that is a little bigger. should you leave them in a room with a electric heater |
02-13-2006, 08:41 AM | #13 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: denver
Posts: 26
| that little guy is cool danceing |
02-13-2006, 08:54 AM | #14 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: denver
Posts: 26
| thanks, can you put a puppie in his create right away all night or should you leave them in a room with news paper down |
02-13-2006, 08:57 AM | #15 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: denver
Posts: 26
| we are pastors in a large church we will have to take her to church and everyone is going to want to hold her. we have a church of 700 people and 25 on staff. should i just tell people they cannot hold her untill she gets older |
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