Wow thank you guys for your quick and very detailed responses.
From the very good points you guys brought up, it seems like maybe a yorkie may not be the best choice for a recovering phobic (not sure if that's even a word lol). That's kind of sad because I've gotten so into the breed.
I see that a couple of you suggested a Maltese as a better option. From what you guys have said they are generally more laid back and less high maintenance. That is another breed I was considering actually so I will look further into that. Any other suggestions?
Also, DvlshAngel985, you mentioned the puppy vs adult thing. I originally had intentions of getting an older dog through a rescue but as I talked to a couple dog owners who know of my fear, they suggested that a puppy may be a better option because I can basically mold it and be able to correct behaviors from the onset instead of battling to correct a behavior that the dog has been doing for years. Also, a dog from a rescue may come with baggage that a first time owner, particularly one who was afraid of dogs, may not be capable of handling.
Again, thank you guys for your very honest and helpful feedback. |