If you got a yorkie, your husband would probably end up loving it just as much as you do. It's always a different story when you actually have it in your arms. It's much easier than having a baby who needs constant care - hence, one year maternity leave.
With a puppy, you definitely need to give it the attention it needs, but it is not completely dependent on you when left alone. Sure, it might cry. But that's nothing compared to a crying baby who needs to have her diaper changed or is hungry, etc.
Puppies tend to take care of themselves if you ensure they have toys, food/water, a bed, his pee area, and maybe a ticking clock in the background. My puppy does fine while I work full time hours. I do still live with my mom, dad, sister, and brother. But we are all full-time workers. He's gotten used to our schedules and knows he's on his own sometimes.
You've noted that you plan to have a baby in the future. But there are a lot of families who have yorkies and babies. A lot of it has to do with you being the pack leader and showing the dog who's boss; what he is and isn't allowed to do. Not every yorkie falls under the stereotype of being stubborn/difficult to potty train, etc.
If this is your first dog, you wouldn't even realize that there are other breeds out there who were easier to train. You will just know that this is YOUR puppy and it's going to get potty trained regardless of its breed. Yorkies shouldn't be ousted for those traits.
Don't give up! If anything, do more research. But don't forget that there are other dogs out there who might not get along with your infant anyway (even if it's the ever-so-likeable labrador or best overall dog breed in the entire world).
If you have a dog for 3 years, it might have issues with you giving more attention to someone else for a whole year. In the end, dogs are animals. They don't necessarily know why a baby takes priority over him unless we teach him good and bad. A yorkie might take a little more time to teach, but it doesn't mean they don't deserve to be considered a companion. Just like a baby, we can't choose how they turn out. We love them all the same and accept them for who they are.
Good luck in the search and I hope you find the right dog, whether it be a yorkie or another breed! |