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FutureYorkie1 · 01-01-2015, 05:53 AM

I'm the original poster checking back in on this thread after a couple days of discussing the addition of a Yorkie to our family with my wife. I want to thank all who chimed in and volunteered valuable and/or humorous feedback based on your own experiences.

I grew up a dog lover, period. My parents however did not feel the same and never let me experience that bond in their home. As soon as I moved out to go to school I rushed out and picked up a German Sheppard mix from a local shelter. This poor animal was skin and bone and skittish of everything or anything that moved, including me at first. I named her Kya and we instantly became inseparable. I spent an endless amount of time building her confidence, training her, exercising her, socializing her etc. She literally became my side kick to the point that if I showed up at someone's house without her they'd ask me where she was. The good ol' college days.

I mention Kya because when my wife first met me she stated that Kya was so loving, sweet and affectionate towards me and anyone else she came in contact with that she was one of the reasons my wife fell in love with me. She knew that if I would spend that much time to develope such a sweet well trained dog that I would be a great dad. Hopefully she's right and that's still her opinion of me

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Kya has since past away (one of the hardest days of my life even though we saw it coming) and we have been without a canine companion in the family for almost 2 years. Now, here we are. I've done my research and decided that the Yorkshire Terrier is the breed for us.

Per my original post, my wife had serious sticker shock, especially since she herself has never purchased a purebred pup, but after reminding her of the first times she met me and the instant love she felt for me an Kya I have finally sold her on the idea that it is time again. We also found a great breeder who is willing to sell us one for $500 with all the great benefits (shots, deworm, socialized, warranty, dual registered etc) of a high dollar breeder.

A little homework, a little conversation here, and some persuasion and it seems as though we may be going to look at some Yorkie puppies today. Obviously if I bring my new buddy home I will be sure to post pictures here!

Thanks again to all who gave advice. Wish us luck!!

01-01-2015, 05:53 AM	#32
FutureYorkie1 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Greensboro Posts: 6	Today may be the day I'm the original poster checking back in on this thread after a couple days of discussing the addition of a Yorkie to our family with my wife. I want to thank all who chimed in and volunteered valuable and/or humorous feedback based on your own experiences. I grew up a dog lover, period. My parents however did not feel the same and never let me experience that bond in their home. As soon as I moved out to go to school I rushed out and picked up a German Sheppard mix from a local shelter. This poor animal was skin and bone and skittish of everything or anything that moved, including me at first. I named her Kya and we instantly became inseparable. I spent an endless amount of time building her confidence, training her, exercising her, socializing her etc. She literally became my side kick to the point that if I showed up at someone's house without her they'd ask me where she was. The good ol' college days. I mention Kya because when my wife first met me she stated that Kya was so loving, sweet and affectionate towards me and anyone else she came in contact with that she was one of the reasons my wife fell in love with me. She knew that if I would spend that much time to develope such a sweet well trained dog that I would be a great dad. Hopefully she's right and that's still her opinion of me . Kya has since past away (one of the hardest days of my life even though we saw it coming) and we have been without a canine companion in the family for almost 2 years. Now, here we are. I've done my research and decided that the Yorkshire Terrier is the breed for us. Per my original post, my wife had serious sticker shock, especially since she herself has never purchased a purebred pup, but after reminding her of the first times she met me and the instant love she felt for me an Kya I have finally sold her on the idea that it is time again. We also found a great breeder who is willing to sell us one for $500 with all the great benefits (shots, deworm, socialized, warranty, dual registered etc) of a high dollar breeder. A little homework, a little conversation here, and some persuasion and it seems as though we may be going to look at some Yorkie puppies today. Obviously if I bring my new buddy home I will be sure to post pictures here! Thanks again to all who gave advice. Wish us luck!!