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Starting to think: Puppy; larger My boy is pushing 6 years old and I am starting to think of a second Yorkie. He is larger, pushing 11-12 lbs, not fat, just "big boned" :eek:. We have friends with more typical Yorkies 4-6 lbs and they are just too darned small for our druthers. We have becomed accustomed to Yorkies of Substance :D. Are there any breeders who "specialize" in larger than standard sizes? Also wondering if adding a second Yorkie at this stage should be another boy or maybe a girl? thanks, Samc |
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SamC, We had trouble finding a 'larger' yorkie too. We have a 13 lb Westie and wanted a little larger dog because he is so rough. I got the biggest dog in the litter from my breeder (she was wonderful) but we'll be lucky if she hits the 5 lb mark! The breeder said she doesn't have many requests for 'big' yorkies; everyone wants the teeny ones. That said, she is a little lovey and Ringo has found a way to play with her. When he gets too rough, she runs away and I know that she has had enough. Most times, she is the instigator of rough play . .. but then gets scared (can't blame her) and wants to quit. Good luck on your search! |
Thanks for your thoughts. When we got Bailey we assumed he would be like the others we had seen. Were we ever wrong :rolleyes:....... But we have grown accustomed to his size and a smaller one would, frankly, scare me since he is big enough to hold his own, even with larger dogs not to mention he can get up on tables, beds, etc. without any help. Samc & Bailey |
Well, if you can't find a bigger one - rest assured that your Bailey will find a way to play with the smaller one. I'm sure he is still 'fine boned' like most yorkies and they will play together fine. My Westie is much more muscular than my yorkie or than most toy breeds and HE has figured out (mostly) how to play with Lucy without hurting her. Westies also have very strong jaws and he hasn't hurt her. Anyway, it IS different having a very small dog. She can't get up on things (something my Westie greatly appreciates) or jump and off of things like he can. She doesn't like the outdoors or walks as much as he does. Somtimes . . . that's a good thing!:) Anyway, I hope you find your bigger yorkie. But if you don't . . . you can make a smaller one work too. |
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When I add a 2nd, I'll be looking for a larger one and I haven't seen many. Jackson is 12lbs as well and I also have grown accustomed to his way of life. Don't think I could handle a dog under 8-10lbs honestly. |
Just a suggestion...you might want to check with an animal shelter. I have seen some larger Yorkies (young ones too) in shelters lately and you won't have to 'guess' at the weight like you would a new puppy. |
Everyone in a great while we have a litter that will have a large puppy that we know will be bigger than the standard. I would not have any problem keeping someone in mind and let them know when one of these are born. I believe if you search for a nice breeder, and explain your situation you will find more than one great breeder willing to work with you and let you know when one of these special heavy duty babies arrive. We recently had a "chunky bit" of a boy born, he is gorgeous, cute as it can be, i have no idea how big he will be exactly based on the weights of the parents as he was born heavy, loves to eat and it is probably one if not the biggest baby we ever had. I found someone like you , who was looking for a heavier puppy . Look for a great breeder. that is the best way to start. Local to your area so you can check them out it is always the better. Good luck/ XOXO |
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