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Originally Posted by Lorraine  I didn't read the other posts but as a breeder of Yorkies, I would not sell a yorkie to you with your schedule at this time. If you are going to insist on getting a puppy, who in their right mind would expect a baby to 'hold it' for over 8 hours? An adult toy dog usually can't. Yorkies will easily take well over a year to housebreak at the best of times. If you insist on getting a puppy in these circumstances, xpen would be the best solution with a wee wee pad, bed, toys, food, water etc. Be prepared to end your social life as your other than work hours should be devoted to your dog.
Putting them in a crate for that long will change their personality, into a neurotic unhappy miserable wee being likely end up in rescue because it will be pooping and peeing in the crate as you left no other options. When they gotta go they gotta go. Got to work and don't go all day until after you get home and take th epup out, see how you do. Rethink what you are doing and shame on the breeder selling to you, I would NOT!  |
I do not know why some individuals are inplying that I would leave my pup in a crate for 8 hours. I NEVER said I would leave my pup in a crate for 8 hours. I never even mentioned leaving my dog in a crate period. I am asking advice. Plus, I specifically asked about a crate called a "Puppy Apartment" that allows a dog to travel back and forth. I wanted to know what everyone thought about it and if they have used it. All-in-all I want what is best for my dog and is why I am asking questions to find the best solutions. I have not even included pertinent information anyway for anyone to come to the conclusion they would not sell me a puppy.
Some of you are focusing on the wrong things. I am asking for suggestions based on the information I am giving. Some answers I am getting are based off assumptions. Please don't bash me when you are mis-informed and are not reading my full post. I already know it is going to take time and dedication. I will be prepared for that when the time comes. I am looking for advice on the execution of welcoming a new puppy and properly raising a happy and healthy Yorkie. This is more than well in advance of me getting the dog. I have been in and out these forums long before I became a member (which is almost a year ago) and I am not planning on getting the dog until I finish my Masters (next year) so I can be fully dedicated, but I am making preperations now. I think I am more than dedicated.
Tell me the right way, don't bash me for asking.
I am not sure who wrote this "
Putting them in a crate for that long will change their personality, into a
neurotic unhappy miserable wee being likely end up in rescue because it will be pooping and peeing in the crate as you left no other options" thank you for this input. This was my concern. I have not heard anyone else say this and could not find any information saying it would change the personality. I trust your judgment.
Thanks.