Hello everyone! I'd like to introduce myself, as I am new here on the forum.
I am 15 years old and I LOVE animals. Like, theyre my life. xD
I have 2 cats and a pit bull.
My dad wanted a puppy, a smaller breed. I thought maybe a daschund, or a corgi, but instead he saw a picture of a yorkie pup and we plan on getting it.
Don't get me wrong, I love dogs of every breed, color and size, but a yorkie really isn't for our family IMO. The main reason being that my 3 youngest siblings are ages 2, almost 4, and 5. Our pit bull is a total love muffin and gets along great with other dogs. But he weighs 75 pounds. I'm afraid he could squash her!
Anyways, I have totally NO say in this decision, so it is what it is and I have to make the best of it. I truly would prefer to adopt a dog from a shelter, especially since I regularly volunteer at a no kill shelter and get to see all the wonderful babies in there that deserve much better.
Another thing is, that I take care of all of our animals. That means going outside, going on walks, feeding, water, washing dishes daily, brushing, bathing, playing, everything. And, I dont mind it.
But im not looking forward to potty training a puppy. Especially one that, based on her parent's sizes, will weigh 3-4 pounds full grown. And I know that any time the puppy "goes" on the floor, I will be the one getiing in trouble.
I guess I'm just feeling overwhelmed in all of this and just need tips on doing this the right way.
Anyways, give me any and all tips possible, on puppies or the breed in specific.