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Originally Posted by Marlee Well, I can understand the concerns that breeders have with smaller children and these little babies. I want to point out even a family you would think is completely wrong, may be just what these little guys need.
Our family is to say the least a large one. I have 6...yes 6 skin babies 12,9,5,5,5,3 are their ages. I also have a large Doberman, and a elderly cat from before I had purchased Bridget. Now in the last month Bridget has given birth to her first litter of 4 pups bringing our household total to 15 living breathing occupants in our 4 bedroom home. Yes even my dobie is an inside dog.
People on this site I am sure would have judged me and my children, and quite possibly I would never have gotten a yorkie form you. However I did get lucky and one of the best days I have ever had was the day I brought home my Bridget.
We talked to our children before hand, and explained to them 1. This was mommy's dog. 2. They were not allowed to pick her up without me being right there. 3. We would all treat the new puppy as respectfully as our bigger dobie.
My children have never had a problem, nor has my larger dog been an issue. In reality, my Scarlet is not the alpha dog, Bridget is, and she submits to anything this little fur ball wants, including stealing most her toys and treats no matter the size. My children have eagerly learned the proper care and handling of Bridget and now with the new puppies, they understand that though they would love to hold them and play with them, they are far to tiny to do so as of yet. NONE of my children even attempt to disobey us, or even accidentally bring harm to our little fur babies, if anything, she is more likely to be tripped on by me as she is at my feet day and night.
So do not judge a family because of age, size, or other dogs, give them the equal opportunity to have on of these guys bless their lives as well. I would be careful, educated and positively make them understand how something minor can kills these little guys, but so can an adult, accidents happen. Many people here have lost their babies to stupid accidents like greenies, strangulation, or eating something wrong. If you can educate about this and hypoglycemia (sp) and all the little bugs they can get, you can certainly take the time to know the children and find the right puppy for them too. |
I really appreciate your insight. I feel the same way as you do. I think breeders definately shouldn't judge a family simply because they have a small child but rather individually like if they have other pets in family, if the parents have had small dogs before or are animal lovers etc.. I think that would make a big difference.
I do understand the breeder's point aswell as to risk putting up your babies to a family with small kids who may not be well behaved etc..but really it could be just as bad as putting your baby to a person who is never home..or really isn't an animal person and has never had a small dog.
Ex:My best friends sister bought a pug for their family pet and ended up giving him away because she said it was too much work and the dog followed her around all the time and needed so much attention..more than her kids. Another thing too is if these people are denied and they really want a small dog like a Yorkie they will just go to a pet store.
I am not saying anything against breeders but only saying to keep an open mind. I too may prefer not to give my babies away to families with small kids but I would give them a chance knowing that they have had met my criterias: They have had dogs before,they know how delicate these dogs are, and let them think on it for a couple days to see if Yorkies are the best fit for the familiy since ideally everyone wants to be happy...blah blah blah I am blabbing on. Thank you to the breeders who would trust me to purchase another baby in the future from you.
