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Rachael1983 · 11-13-2008, 12:50 PM

Greetings All,

I'm in a somewhat of a similiar situation as the Original Poster. My daughter and I recently lost our beloved cocker spaniels to a traffic accident while we were on one of our daily walks. Although we love the cocker spaniel breed, in looking to add a new family member a yorkie or toy dog would be most ideal.

I do know however that we'd prefer an older dog, a retiring show/breeding dog, a potential rescue or an older pup who was kept for show but didn't fit the standard. That's the route we like to go.

We live in Georgia and my daughter is 6 years old. I know a bit young and some express concerns that children her age aren't good with yorkies, but she's being raised to respect the small animals. She does amazing with dogs of all sizes.

I've contacted a few breeders in hopes that my family would be a match for one of their Yorkies.

I'm looking forward to being on this Yorkie board if I eventually bring one home to share lots of love. Any advice or thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

11-13-2008, 12:50 PM	#7
Rachael1983 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Burbs of DC Posts: 2,198	Greetings All, I'm in a somewhat of a similiar situation as the Original Poster. My daughter and I recently lost our beloved cocker spaniels to a traffic accident while we were on one of our daily walks. Although we love the cocker spaniel breed, in looking to add a new family member a yorkie or toy dog would be most ideal. I do know however that we'd prefer an older dog, a retiring show/breeding dog, a potential rescue or an older pup who was kept for show but didn't fit the standard. That's the route we like to go. We live in Georgia and my daughter is 6 years old. I know a bit young and some express concerns that children her age aren't good with yorkies, but she's being raised to respect the small animals. She does amazing with dogs of all sizes. I've contacted a few breeders in hopes that my family would be a match for one of their Yorkies. I'm looking forward to being on this Yorkie board if I eventually bring one home to share lots of love. Any advice or thoughts would be greatly appreciated.