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Originally Posted by jhess  Thank you everyone for your kind words and thoughts!! It really has been tough not having him around to cuddle.
Question for those that have lost a yorkie....when did you feel like you were ready for another one? I keep debating just because of the horrible experience we had with the breeder of Toby and also keep thinking we only had 10 months with the little guy and just miss him terribly. I know another can not replace the bond I had with him. So, I need some kind advise. Thank you! |
That's such a hard question to answer. My Minnie died on May 20th and I miss her so deeply; she really was my greatest friend in the world, probably the greatest friend I ever had. I know a lot of people will look at you like you're nuts if you say that about a dog, but I really mean it when I tell how much Minnie means to me. As she got older I dreaded the inevitable May 20th so much, not knowing how I would ever get by without her. And it is indeed lonely. My family and my friends have been great, but I still feel deeply wounded without her scratching at my leg, jumping onto my chest, begging for snacks, and so on.
But I'm starting to look right now at rescue sites to see if I find anyone I have to meet. I'm not looking for anyone to replace my Minnie, as that would be impossible and a ridiculously high standard to hold anyone too. Still, life is too short to not open my heart to another yorkie, and I'd like to have another within the next couple of months. Still not certain if I'm going rescue or puppy yet. But I'm getting to the point that I want another loyal companion. I'll probably give it another week at least before I start seriously contacting breeders though, because the thought of getting another dog would have been unthinkable to me just a week ago. I guess I want to give some time to make absolutely sure I'm ready before I start seriously discussing things with breeders and rescue organizations. One thing I do hope is I can find one even half as cute as your Toby. RIP to the special little guy and hugs to you jhess in this difficult time for the two of us.