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Originally Posted by Lovetodream88  But most people dont pay that "$1,000" at one time in the year, its broken up. |
Save up for it. The best things are worth saving for.
If you do some reading about different breeds of dogs, you will find that a Yorkie is one of the most expensive to own. I've had lots of different breeds and mixed breeds, and Joey is by far the most expensive. I've had to take Joey to the emergency room twice so far both times over $300.00 with of course follow up visits at his regular doctor. None of my other dogs ever had to go to the emergency room. These little dogs can go down hill rapidly, and you don't want to have to think twice about going to the emergency room. It's always so sad, when I read the sick and emergency threads and people say that they don't have enough money for a vet. Of course, some people think that the vet should offer there services for free.
Steps leading to the outside had to be altered due to his small size, this was several hundered dollars. He needed steps to the couch and steps to the bed, although he can jump, Yorkies are very susceptible to Luxating Patella, and avoiding jumping is important. While other dogs need to be bathed, Yorkies need more intensive grooming since they don't shed their coats, and while this can be done at home, the supplies to do this are costly as well. The breed has a weakness for dental problems, so dental care is a must. Toothpaste and anti tartar formulas again are costly. I pay more for Joey's shampoo than I do my own, but skin care is important, and I want to use something that I know is safe. Many Yorkies have allergy problems and special diets are required, again, this again is costly. Joey's breeder said that if you need a sweater, Joey needs a sweater; most dogs have an undercoat that insulates them from the heat and cold, a Yorkies coat is more like human hair, without the double layer, and they do get chilled. So clothing is not just a frivolous thing, but often necessary. This isn't even taken into account all the fun /optional things that people enjoy doing for their yorkies.
I'm not saying that Yorkies are fragile little things; I am saying that each breed is different and has special weaknesses, and strengths and you should take these under consideration when purchasing a pet.