Well, I'm a newbie too! I've been lurking for a few weeks but finally decided to register and post yesterday. I have learned a lot and I do appreciate all the helpful information. Our Yorkie is named Rowdy. Actually, he is my husband's dog. My husband is chronically ill and had to retire unexpectedly last year. He can't do very much and is home almost all of the time. He absolutely loves dogs and so we decided to get a Yorkie because a little dog could go about everywhere he goes. His sister has a Yorkie so we knew a bit about them. We live in Texas. I work and am gone all day, but as I said my husband is home with Rowdy. When I come home though, I yell, "Rowdy" when I get in the house and he comes running. He is absolutely adorable! We have some pix of him but I haven't had time to read about how to post them, I will sometime.
I also want to say that Rowdy has done wonders for my husband. Now, he has a reason to get up and around each and every day. He smiles, laughs, and has something other than himself and his problems to focus on. I'm afraid that Rowdy will be very very spoiled with such undivided attention - but I guess that's OK!
Thanks again to everyone for all the helpful information!
