dont take this the wrong way because im sure it is not as simple as im about to put it... but.... if im reading right, the owner is ditching him because of housetraining issues?? i am having trouble with mine too, but i wouldnt give him up either...... again, im sure there is more to teh story, and i think it is wonderful of people wanting to help, and for you to post his story on teh forum, if i lived in sc and COULD own a second one i wouldnt hesitate, props to you for helping a yorkie in need