Wow, things have been busy. I should clarify some things I suppose. I am CHOOSING not to spend $1000 on a dog when there are so many that need homes. I can't spend $500 on a puppy when there are so many that need homes. I've had dogs all my life, I am well aware of the cost of having dogs and taking proper care of them. I've wanted a little dog that I can tote around with me wherever I go (AKA a purse pup!) for a very long time. We rescued a toy chi, she was the sweetest little thing, and oh so snuggly. I don't particularly care if the dog is a purebred dog or a mix, I don't particularly care if the dog is 3 months old or 3 years old. I'd rather not have a dog that is 13 years old and going to have limited time due to its age. The reason I chose a yorkie is that I know I will be the one taking care of the doggie most of the time, with limited help from my daughter, so I want to have a dog that I like/want. Not to say I won't see something else an completely fall in love, but I'm not going to adopt a dog just to have one, I want to make sure the dog is the perfect dog for our family. I never said I didn't expect there to be expenses involved and I also never asked for a free dog. I am thankful to all of you who have offered advice and offered up ways of finding a good family dog. Thank you so much! And to everyone else, please don't judge what you don't know. |