So glad Callie got a good report from her vet!
Just want to say... I am one who tries to limit some of the things my dogs do. They are not allowed to jump up or down off the furniture or my bed. They have been taught to wait for me to come pick them up, and to bark for me to come and put them down. If anything, I will be needing back surgery, lol, but I really don't think they are missing out by being restricted, I think they like it bc it's another opportunity for them to get a quick hug and cuddle. And they really like it when they bark and I come to get them down, like their personal servant, lol.
Instead of alot of running games, we take walks, we work on trick training, and they play with those toys that require some thought, like the 'Hide a Squirrel' and all the variations of it. We do some indoor and outdoor agility, but I keep the jumps low. In summer we kayak and swim, and ride in the motorboat. They also enjoy rides in the van and sightseeing, and the occassional trip to Petsmart.
I've seen a few threads where it was mentioned about dogs not being allowed to be dogs, but I think Yorkies are happiest being with their people, no matter what they do or do not do. |