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YorkieRini · 05-18-2005, 08:23 AM

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Is this a common problem in yorkie adults as well, or just babies? Do they grow out of this? I have cats, so I cannot have an adult dog wanting to be near me 24/7 when I am home. Our girl is pretty good about not whining when we say no, but we would not satisfy her whining from day one. Even when we got home, we would not take her out of her pen until she settled down and stopped vocalizing. But, I am wondering if we should purposely separate her from us more often to teach her that she cannot always be with us.
amyhinmn

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Amy,

Yorkies are what I call a high maintence breed. The behavior your are describing is typical of Yorkies whether adult or puppy. It doesn't sound like you were aware of how needy Yorkies really are. They are VERY demanding of attention and to be quite frank you need to be willing to give it. If not your Yorkie can end up with separation anxiety or other personality issues. If you can't meet the demands then maybe a Yorkie is not the breed for you.
As a breeder, I know first hand exactly how demanding they can be. Educating potential parents to my puppies is what needs to be done. I use the 'scare tactic'...lol..I tell folks that never owned a Yorkie that they are needy and need contastant attention. In most cases they do not do well when someone works ouf othe home full time unless you can stop by at lunch OR you have another Yorkie to keep them company..I also tell them to be prepared, Yorkies will ALWAYS have accidents and are stubborn. Most times people will say, oh..well I'm not interested then and other times they say they are wiling to make the commitment and are willing to have their life revolve around a Yorkie...LOL....to me that is the true test.
It sounds to me that you didn't know how much commitment a Yorkie does require. I have 11 and I always say I am owned and operated by them and that's no joke!

Your previous post about paying too much...sounds like your baby's not what you expected. You sound more sad than happy with your new bundle of joy!

LIke my husband says..'Yorkie people are weird'...me included. He knows he comes 2nd in line..my son and my Yorkies come first..ROFL...

Sorry you took offense..but the reply is reality with Yorkies.

Hugs,
Irene

05-18-2005, 08:23 AM	#13
YorkieRini Livin' La Yorkie Local Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 1,607	Typical... [QUOTE=amyhinmn] Is this a common problem in yorkie adults as well, or just babies? Do they grow out of this? I have cats, so I cannot have an adult dog wanting to be near me 24/7 when I am home. Our girl is pretty good about not whining when we say no, but we would not satisfy her whining from day one. Even when we got home, we would not take her out of her pen until she settled down and stopped vocalizing. But, I am wondering if we should purposely separate her from us more often to teach her that she cannot always be with us. amyhinmn ********************* Amy, Yorkies are what I call a high maintence breed. The behavior your are describing is typical of Yorkies whether adult or puppy. It doesn't sound like you were aware of how needy Yorkies really are. They are VERY demanding of attention and to be quite frank you need to be willing to give it. If not your Yorkie can end up with separation anxiety or other personality issues. If you can't meet the demands then maybe a Yorkie is not the breed for you. As a breeder, I know first hand exactly how demanding they can be. Educating potential parents to my puppies is what needs to be done. I use the 'scare tactic'...lol..I tell folks that never owned a Yorkie that they are needy and need contastant attention. In most cases they do not do well when someone works ouf othe home full time unless you can stop by at lunch OR you have another Yorkie to keep them company..I also tell them to be prepared, Yorkies will ALWAYS have accidents and are stubborn. Most times people will say, oh..well I'm not interested then and other times they say they are wiling to make the commitment and are willing to have their life revolve around a Yorkie...LOL....to me that is the true test. It sounds to me that you didn't know how much commitment a Yorkie does require. I have 11 and I always say I am owned and operated by them and that's no joke! Your previous post about paying too much...sounds like your baby's not what you expected. You sound more sad than happy with your new bundle of joy! LIke my husband says..'Yorkie people are weird'...me included. He knows he comes 2nd in line..my son and my Yorkies come first..ROFL... Sorry you took offense..but the reply is reality with Yorkies. Hugs, Irene