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dpmom · 03-22-2008, 07:34 AM

Hi everyone!

I have a 1.5 year old Yorkie gal who is dying for a friend. She gets extremely excited & submissive around new dogs - she jumps & wiggles & freaks out until the new dog gets close, then she gets low to the ground, sometimes on her back, sometimes peeing everywhere...you get the idea!

When we dog-sit, the other dogs always end up getting irritated because the Yorkie won't leave them alone. She is always trying to play/snuggle, and they are always trying to get away.

Does anyone have any breed suggestions / personalities to look for in a 2nd dog? Our Yorkie is so different personality-wise than when we first got her, so I'm nervous about going on personality alone.

The breeds we're considering:
1) Maltese - same size, known for being playful
2) Shih Tzu - good reputation as a "happy dog" - is the larger size ok for a Yorkie?
3) Brussels Griffon - good with other dogs, good size, but known for getting attached to one family member (worried about jealousy issues)

Thanks in advance for any insight!

03-22-2008, 07:34 AM	#1
dpmom YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New England Posts: 1	How to pick a good Yorkie playmate? Hi everyone! I have a 1.5 year old Yorkie gal who is dying for a friend. She gets extremely excited & submissive around new dogs - she jumps & wiggles & freaks out until the new dog gets close, then she gets low to the ground, sometimes on her back, sometimes peeing everywhere...you get the idea! When we dog-sit, the other dogs always end up getting irritated because the Yorkie won't leave them alone. She is always trying to play/snuggle, and they are always trying to get away. Does anyone have any breed suggestions / personalities to look for in a 2nd dog? Our Yorkie is so different personality-wise than when we first got her, so I'm nervous about going on personality alone. The breeds we're considering: 1) Maltese - same size, known for being playful 2) Shih Tzu - good reputation as a "happy dog" - is the larger size ok for a Yorkie? 3) Brussels Griffon - good with other dogs, good size, but known for getting attached to one family member (worried about jealousy issues) Thanks in advance for any insight!