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Originally Posted by JB617  I wanted to get everyone's opinion on something. When we got Oscar, I was pregnant with our first child and the breeder assured us that he would be good with a baby. I know this goes against common breed beliefs, but it has turned out to be true. Oscar is very patient and gentle with my 14 month old son Justin. We've taught Justin to "do nice," but sometimes he can get a little "rough." Oscar has never snapped or bitten him and will usually just play along.
I have been looking into adopting or rescuing another Yorkie (my husband says "no way," but I think it would be good for Oscar), but all of the Yorkie rescue groups insist that they will not adopt to a family with small children.
So my question is: do any of you have small children and a Yorkie? How is their relationship? Do you agree with the breed description that Yorkies are not good with small children? |
I disagree with the breed description that Yorkies are not good with small children. I have a 6, 4, and 3 yr old. Missy has an awesome relationship with them. We had about two weeks of "puppy b iting" when she first arrived home. She quickly learned not to do that. My children treat her VERY well, they are so careful. Yesterday, I brought Missy with me to visit my friends 6 month old baby. All she did was sniff him and lay beside him. She did great!
I'm sure that it depends on the dog, but I haven't had any problems at all with Missy and children.