[katy-yorkie]

Yesterday one of my neighbors who lives around the corner was outside waiting on us when I took the pups for their walk. He had a beautiful, sixteen month old, male Yorkie that he had gotten over the week-end. They came across the street to see us and the second thing out of his mouth was "Is she fixed" (I prefer the word spayed), referring to Miss Maggie. He apparently is eager to breed the little guy as he is not "fixed". I told him that even if Maggie were not "fixed" for whatever reason, she would not be bred. He didn't understand about health issues or any of the other risks that go along with BYB, not to mention all of the dogs that are in shelters and foster care who need a home. I don't think I got through to him that he should get his little dog neutered and be happy. I wish I could have been more persuasive.