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Originally Posted by YorkieFamily00  We just returned from our first vet's visit. We went to the vet recommended by the breeder. The vet was very cordial and complimentary about the puppy. BUT, she repeatedly told me that our puppy is not a good fit for our family. I have 3 young children, and she has seen 2 recent Yorkie horror stories, both fluke accidents.
She said it 'could' work but gave me a list of strict rules for the kids to follow. IMO, it would be completely taking the fun out of raising a puppy.
Anyone have a success story with young children in the home? I would rather find him a loving home now as a puppy than have something horrible happen. I'm sick to my stomach. |
My yorkie is 4 months old and I have a 3 year old and 11 year old. My oldest child understands how to be gentle and be loving. My 3 year of course sometimes doesn't realize that he can't do certain things with our yorkie but once I tell him he stops and he doesn't repeat that behavior. My yorkie is also standard. He weighs 7lbs now so he's a big guy and majority of the time he starts picking on my 3 year old because he loves for my son to chase him around the house. I think if you keep an eye on your smaller children and the yorkie then everything will be fine. I wouldn't keep them from playing with each other because you want them to have a good relationship as well so everyone can feel a part of the family. As you are training your dog, train your children the do's and don'ts and you'll be fine!