Sorry for reviving another old thread...but I've been new to other forums before and have been totally flamed for not using the "search" feature and doing my research first before posting. From what I've seen here though people are quite respectful and so I doubt that will happen, but better to err on the side of being conservative...Anyways, on to my post:
Before going to a breeder and getting a puppy we thought maybe we would first try local area rescue shelters to find an older yorkie in need of a nice permanent home... This would be a companion for our 3+ month old female yorkie, Reeses. She is not fixed yet, but we are planning to after she turns 6 months.
Having said all that, unlike going to a breeder, we would not have much choice on age, sex and when we would be bringing the yorkie home. The 50/50 chance we find the opportunity to get another female yorkie, what difficulties do we face with the new little one being older and of the same sex? What should we watch out for? Is it the norm, or even possible, to bring your yorkie there to meet the potential new family member to see if there is any "chemistry"? Are most of the multi-yorkie owners here from them being litter-mates, or being related in any way? Does it help that they are related, or is that not such a big deal?
Ideally I'm envisioning we find a 3-7 year old fixed yorkie male, but in reality we'll probably find a 3 year old female.
Thanks for any help you can provide! |