[alaskayorkie]

Originally Posted by alisonJ

I am not saying you should not have a Yorkie with a Shepherd at home. However (some of) the Rescue organizations ARE saying that, and that is their perogative. That doesn't mean that every Yorkie living in a home will be harmed by a larger dog, but it does happen, so why take a chance? Sorry you think my opinion is sad, but it is my opinion.

I think it is sad that you think that Rescue is in it for the money. Opinions like that will keep people from trying to get a dog through Rescue. The people who do Rescue Yorkies put a lot of their own money into helping out these little ones, and I am sure they would be offended by your statement. I was.

I had a bad experience with a rescue operation, but I still agree with Alison 100 percent. Rescue organizations are not in it for the money. And I'm certain that if you toss in their time, they all lose.

The Anchorage rescue organzation I went through is horrible. No screening process for owners, no health warnings on the pets. When I found out that all Jack's medical problems had been diagnosed in advance, I was livid and ready to take them to small claims court. But StewiesMom pointed out that these people are not in it for the money. They're people with big hearts who are doing their best to keep dogs from euthanasia. I settled for talking to the rescuer and also animal control and suggesting they do a better job. I hope it worked. But the bottom line is they are not motivated by greed. It's hard to fault someone who is trying their best for the right reasons.