Please advise. My husband and I just adopted a rescue Yorkie (possibly a yorkie poo or schnauzer mix ). This sweet, 6.7 lb pup has no verifiable history but at least one decent owner in the chain who was unable to keep her when she found her new baby daughter was highly allergic to all pets. She took her back from an irresponsible home and asked us to care for her.
2-years old, not spayed, may have had one litter, and but no documentation.
We picked her up this week and took her to the vet for a check-up. She has an ear infection, inflamed tonsils, and did have fleas but is doing much better now.
We know nothing about Yorkies, Yorkie-Poos, or small dogs in general. All of our pets have been adopted strays - usually medium-sized, short-haired, independent, self-sufficient indoor/outdoor dogs. This little one would have become a coyote snack if left in her last home, because they let her run free and clearly did not take care of her. She will at least have loving and responsible parents now -- but we have a huge learning curve.
We need to purchase a gate/barrier to keep her in the kitchen at night, as only one side has a door that can be closed. The entry to the dining room is 50" wide. I've found one or two baby gates with sufficient width and height, but am concerned about the distance between the 'bars'. It's important she not be able to get out, but even more important that she not get her little head or body stuck trying to escape. A search here only turned up a few 'gate' related posts, and none included a brand name or link.
What specific brands/styles/etc work with such tiny pups? I've created a list on Amazon with some of the items we have been considering. Would very much appreciated any specific suggestions or comments on what items would be best for our newest baby. Thank you!
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