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Originally Posted by blondyinnh  Yes thank you  I understand when I am asking each forum it could be bias but I'll get better info between between the two than say a golden retriever board hmm?
I think either breed at this point would fit well with us. I'm glad I'm taking the time to do the research as others may not. I also own 2 cats and even though they don't talk they have say in this. I don't mind a yorkie who is more energetic, however my house is not "crazy" so to speak with loud noises etc, they might be a bit more chill. Our house might be best for a more relaxed maltese. But every animal is different. I am hoping whoever comes to be part of our family will be happy living here. I am hoping they will conform to us. I'm not sure why neither breed would be good for us to own?? I've researched both and now am deciding between these two.
I also don't mind a bit of maintenance just am understanding that "wearing" white can be a bit harder in the end. We plan to start a family. |
You sound like I said something personal. Please know it's not. I'm very matter of fact. I don't type like as I think
Some things are so matter of fact to some people, then to others it's like what do you mean?
This is like you already work caring for children, you would be in a sense getting a child that may or may not be with you for over 15 yrs. But knowing that you are starting your family gives that yorkie or maltese an even slimmer chance of staying with you. They rarely fit in with the lifestyles of small children. Sure there are exceptions. But they are only an exceptions. MOST of them do not do well with small children. I know you are attracted to them & why. You may not really want a long coated breed, you say you are going to keep them cut down. Then me, having raised my children and knowing the grooming involved I think it's too much work to put on your plate. Thinking of being a new mom with a yorkie coat to care for? No way.
I feel that toy breeds like this are better in homes with older children. Nobody wants to worry about a baby crawling in dog pee. If you have a toy dog of either breed you will have more than an 70% chance of having this. It's too much trouble. Children get bit.
My comment about being bias was about one being better. It wasn't sarcastic. If you shave them down, cut a tail & train ears it's the same dog. Well, one is gentle one isn't.
