There is a good chance the hair issue is from poor nutrition, and some good food and love will take care of that. As for the teeth they usually take care of that with the spay where you planning on spaying her and if so maybe you friend can help you with the bill since you are takeing the pup. I hope it all works out for you and the puppy.
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Originally Posted by AuntB  Was having trouble with the website yesterday and my post went into the wrong thread. Thank you all for your comments!! I have talked with my friend and she seemed very receptive to the idea of me bringing home her yorkie. She really does have a good heart and has been worried about her pup not getting everything she needs, but she's so overwhelmed with everything else in life and has suffered from postpartum depression. Anyway, she's going to talk with her husband and daughter to see how they feel about it. I think it's really pitiful to allow a 6 year old who takes no responsibility for the dog to dictate the dog's quality of life, but unfortunately they spoil the child and will let her be the ultimate decision maker.
If I am able to bring her home I have a couple of questions that maybe some of you can help me with. I'm really worried about her thin hair. I know some may be thinner than others, but you can see all of her body as she just has such thin stringy hair. I hate to say it, but she looks like a wet rat. Just not the prettiest thing. It's not that I care about her looks, but I worry that her appearance has something to do with not getting everything she needs. Any dietary and skin/hair care advice? I will post pictures so you all can see what I'm talking about if she moves in with us.
My friend did take her to the vet last week and she is heartworm free and up to date on all shots!! Praise God that she doesn't have heartworms. That is so scary for any pup to have to live through. I would still have to address her double teeth. Any advice on how to deal with this problem? I know I will never get my husband to fund an expensive procedure to have them removed. I also know this can cause huge problems for these guys so what do I do?? Honestly, this is my biggest worry about adopting her.
I will definitely be looking to you all for more advice should I become this baby's new mama. I know I'll have a lot of questions if this happens. Thanks again for your advice. |