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Teresa Ford · 10-20-2011, 08:29 PM

Why do Some of us think Yorkies do better in a home without young kids ?
I think many good breeders are reluctant or simply will not, place a small toy dog in a home that has or will have young children. I know nothing is an absolute when placing a puppy. People get married, divorced, lose jobs, change homes and die. IMO when people have children, they have extremely busy lives. Children can and should take precedence over anything else.
If we could choose a forever home for a puppy, it is ok, to look for the most perfect home for that puppy we can find. Breeders have an obligation to put the puppies needs first.
A mature couple, or Single person that has a lot of free time is usually preferred. Some breeders think the ideal life for a Yorkie begins with a stay at home mom or dad. A home where they will be loved, safe, have the best food, training and spend most days being the perfect, pampered companion. Breeders should be concerned about potential adoption applicants, financial ability to provide excellent Vet care, and a stable home and life style. Ideally a good breeder would not place a puppy in a home where the puppy is not in the top priority position.
There are many other dog breeds that thrive in a busy active environment. They even like the basketball thumping, bike riding, door slamming , splashing in the pool, and the 1/2 eaten hot dog on the desk. They are robust and can survive being accidently stepped on, tripped over and eating the plate of pizza left on the counter.
I don't know if this answered your question, but I have heard all these reasons from breeders and Yorkie owners.

10-20-2011, 08:29 PM	#53
Teresa Ford Therapy Yorkies Work Donating Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Central, Florida Posts: 3,863	Why do Some of us think Yorkies do better in a home without young kids ? I think many good breeders are reluctant or simply will not, place a small toy dog in a home that has or will have young children. I know nothing is an absolute when placing a puppy. People get married, divorced, lose jobs, change homes and die. IMO when people have children, they have extremely busy lives. Children can and should take precedence over anything else. If we could choose a forever home for a puppy, it is ok, to look for the most perfect home for that puppy we can find. Breeders have an obligation to put the puppies needs first. A mature couple, or Single person that has a lot of free time is usually preferred. Some breeders think the ideal life for a Yorkie begins with a stay at home mom or dad. A home where they will be loved, safe, have the best food, training and spend most days being the perfect, pampered companion. Breeders should be concerned about potential adoption applicants, financial ability to provide excellent Vet care, and a stable home and life style. Ideally a good breeder would not place a puppy in a home where the puppy is not in the top priority position. There are many other dog breeds that thrive in a busy active environment. They even like the basketball thumping, bike riding, door slamming , splashing in the pool, and the 1/2 eaten hot dog on the desk. They are robust and can survive being accidently stepped on, tripped over and eating the plate of pizza left on the counter. I don't know if this answered your question, but I have heard all these reasons from breeders and Yorkie owners. __________________ Teresa & Rubin, Gracie, Abba, Ginny Joy and Julia Rose Act like a dog, be kind, forgiving, and loyal.