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Originally Posted by carabell  I have come to the conclusion that Mercy needs a playmate. |
I assure you, that the addition to your Pack/Family will not be beneficial in just "play", but considerably more than that, for your little Lady.
I've been raising Dogs for quite a while, and have found that there is a part of their needs, which Humans can not satisfy. Possibly those here, who have witnessed the love and affection that can be had among them, will concur with my sincere recommendation, for that. Having been through several additions previously, may I suggest her companion be...
Same Breed,
Opposite Sex,
Younger than the Resident (2 years is a good separation),
A Puppy is a very good candidate as well.
I, and I'm sure others here, would be glad to provide you with additional information, which is important, and will "smooth" the integration.
Good Luck, and you are wise in being patient about this.
PS:
A word of caution, adding another Yorkie may be evidence that you have been inflicted with "Yorkieitus", which may cause you to accrue several Yorkies as time passes.
Many of us here have this condition.
