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avesen20 · 01-22-2014, 06:29 AM

Hi Guys!

I've been wanting to get a Yorkie for the longest time and since I have the financial capabilities to do so already, I'm planning on getting one. Before I do so, I really want to ask you guys if it's a good decision to make.

First Issue:

I work from 10 AM - 6 PM but there are also times where I have to do overtime or have meetings that are at 6 pm, which means I won't be home within 8 - 12 hrs. per day. I plan on taking leave for about a week or two in order to spend time with my puppy. I was thinking of leaving her in a play pen while I'm gone which has toys, food and a toilet area. I'll give her lots of love and attention when I get home and will always walk her in the morning. Plus, I have weekends to spend all day with her. What do you guys think?

Second Issue:
I actually live in a condo from Monday - Friday by myself, then on Saturday - Sunday, I go home to my parent's house. Would this confuse/mess up my puppy's potty training?

I plan on having a play pen here at my condo, as well as at my parent's house. I have no relatives that lives near my condo as well, so nobody would be able to check on my puppy.

I really want your advice on this. This is my second time getting a dog, but she passed away last year. My situation right now is really different from before.

All advice would be much appreciated.

01-22-2014, 06:29 AM	#1
avesen20 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Philippines Posts: 2	Wants to buy a Yorkie Puppy so badly but works full time (8 hrs.) Hi Guys! I've been wanting to get a Yorkie for the longest time and since I have the financial capabilities to do so already, I'm planning on getting one. Before I do so, I really want to ask you guys if it's a good decision to make. First Issue: I work from 10 AM - 6 PM but there are also times where I have to do overtime or have meetings that are at 6 pm, which means I won't be home within 8 - 12 hrs. per day. I plan on taking leave for about a week or two in order to spend time with my puppy. I was thinking of leaving her in a play pen while I'm gone which has toys, food and a toilet area. I'll give her lots of love and attention when I get home and will always walk her in the morning. Plus, I have weekends to spend all day with her. What do you guys think? Second Issue: I actually live in a condo from Monday - Friday by myself, then on Saturday - Sunday, I go home to my parent's house. Would this confuse/mess up my puppy's potty training? I plan on having a play pen here at my condo, as well as at my parent's house. I have no relatives that lives near my condo as well, so nobody would be able to check on my puppy. I really want your advice on this. This is my second time getting a dog, but she passed away last year. My situation right now is really different from before. All advice would be much appreciated.