I totally agree with Trish! I just wanted to add in regard to Yorkies [especially the very small ones] and small children. I was fortunate enough to be able to observe a tiny Yorkie who was being fostered/trained and hopefully transitioned back to it's home. In the home was, a Mom who obviously loved it very, very much, a Dad who hated it, a four year old child and a two year old child. The Mom and 2 children came to visit and I just happened to be there. This little Yorkie changed from the happiest little one he could ever be, to a scared, running, hiding baby that wanted to be anywhere except with them!! When they first arrived he did act like he was somewhat glad to see the Mom [that didn't last long] ... but it was also obvious that it hated those children. They were awful ... every chance they got they were chasing, grabbing, squeezing, etc. and by the time they finally left, this baby was a basket case. Shortly after they left, the poor baby was curled up traumatized, exhausted and napping. The Mom readily admits that he is much better off where he is and that's where he will stay!
I know there are small children that are taught gentleness and love of all living creatures ... mine were taught this and they are teaching this to
their children. However, as much as I love them [our youngest grandchild is four], I have been very up front with my children and advised them that a Yorkie is absolutely not suitable for their homes. The sweetest, gentlest children in the world can
accidentally cripple or kill a tiny little Yorkie. After observing Toto for over three years, they are in total agreement!
