[Deadbug]

Dogs bark because it's their way of communicating. I know it can be frustrating to figure out what she's trying to say, but lucky for you, I speak "dog".

She's saying "let me out. Come play with me or give me to someone who will".

Throwing a dog in the back yard is much like you being locked in a prison cell. The difference is, you would probably have a cell mate for company and companionship. She has nothing but the wind.

So now, I'm going to ask, why did you get a dog in the first place?

I understand not always having time for your pet. Circumstances arise or maybe you're just exhausted and need a little down time. I get that. I have that too. But my dogs are in their ex pen or gated into the kitchen happily playing with a toy or each other. And let me tell you, it's not often that happens around here.

I think you need to evaluate your expectations in a pet and decide if your lifestyle is conducive to accommodating one. From what little I'm reading here, I'm thinking it isn't. Perhaps this just isn't the time in your life for a Yorkie.

My 8am alarm went off, which means, it's time to feed my girls. Yes. We're on a schedule. Yes, my phone tells me what to do and when. I have time to eat, time to potty and time to play. In allocating what happens, when, my girls accommodate my busy schedule but it accommodates their needs. Ie: they're happy when they know what to expect.

Get that dog out of the back yard.

Disclaimer: all of this was typed pre-coffee. I can't be held responsible for anything that comes out of my mouth before I'm awake.