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TootiesMom · 11-17-2007, 04:00 PM

we had 5, until July when my TBone went to Rainbow Bridge.... it was not really any harder than 3 or 4. we have 4 now and it is really no different than when TBone was here, except I overcount alot... hehe
I will get another one day, we want another little boy....
good luck... the more the merrier....
d

MyFairLacy · 11-17-2007, 04:58 PM

Is this your daughter than wanted a dog for christmas? I know a few people with over 5 dogs and they do fine

littlewhip · 11-17-2007, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by hha

Is It A Yorkie??

Yes , A little male same age as molly and just as small

either way, I have decided to at least watch him while they go on vacation

shuber · 11-17-2007, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by littlewhip

Ok , I only have 2 days to decide, They are leaving for kansas on tueday to have thanksgiving with her new inlaws, You guys are not making this easy for me

I knew you would all say YES

Hubby dont now yet, so now guys how do i break that to him

oh me oh my

When I brought Teddy home, my husband didn't know until he came home from work, and there was Teddy. He wasn't happy at first, but he came around real fast!

Since you already have 4, maybe he won't notice (ha ha)

luckylady · 11-17-2007, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by littlewhip

Yes , A little male same age as molly and just as small

either way, I have decided to at least watch him while they go on vacation

If you've decided to watch him while they go on vacation....then you've basically made the choice.....once he's there, he's probably not going to leave!

littlewhip · 11-17-2007, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by MyFairLacy

Is this your daughter than wanted a dog for christmas? I know a few people with over 5 dogs and they do fine

No this is my daugher that was just married, that might be the other option, my other daughter who I was thinking of buying one for christmas, I know im probably confussing you all,

she is my youngest that just moved out a few weeks ago, she was just here and we talked about her taking him, I beleive no matter what he will stay in our family

Beckyhebert · 11-17-2007, 06:31 PM

well my sister has 10 maltese ... and she does just fine with them... all get clothes and have special tricks they do... and most of all they are so loved. yes take him... he needs you.

katcarasella · 11-17-2007, 06:53 PM

I could be there by morning, and solve all your problems.

Maggie and Bailey desperately need a little brother

We'll even let him have his own room, yeah, right on the pillow next to me.

Just say the word and I'm on my way

Kathy, Maggie

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MyFairLacy · 11-17-2007, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by littlewhip

No this is my daugher that was just married, that might be the other option, my other daughter who I was thinking of buying one for christmas, I know im probably confussing you all,

she is my youngest that just moved out a few weeks ago, she was just here and we talked about her taking him, I beleive no matter what he will stay in our family

Yeah, that might be a good option. Maybe your younger daughter will want this one.

MyTrixie143 · 11-17-2007, 09:20 PM

Well I have 8, well 9 now. Once you get past 3 it really isn't that much different, lol. So if you have the money and room for another, I say yes!! Good luck with whatever you decide!!

Sunnie · 11-17-2007, 11:48 PM

I have 5 yorkies and a poodle terrier mix. FIVE ISN'T ANY HARDER THAN 2 OR 3. The only downside I see is that it is harder to take 6 dogs with us. We used to take all of them everywhere.. but 6 is a little difficult. Leashes get tangled, etc. Also it is harder to find a spot on my bed for me to sleep. lol
Sonya

jrsygal37 · 11-18-2007, 12:10 AM

Littlewhip. I have five Yorkies. I really don't have any trouble handing the five. The only real issue I have right now is that two out of the five are still babies. My Jersey is almost 9 months and Lilly is 7 months. I'm sure you know how hard it is to potty train these little brats. The three are fully potty trained but Jersey and Lilly are not 100 percent yet and give me a run for my money. My husband calls them the little s**t machines.

The only issues with five is expense. The vet expenses of owning five sometimes gets crazy. You have five to get shots for, five to have teeth cleaning done, and then you have to worry about the expense of anthing major with their health going wrong and if they are all the same age or close to it the vet bills as they get older can really rack up.

Grooming too is an expense but I'm fortunate enough that I can do it myself. Not perfectly, but nice enough to save me the $$.

I hope it works out for you.

Elaine

yorkiegirl83 · 11-18-2007, 12:11 AM

I would have a really hard time saying "no" if it were me, but I have 4 right now and I definitely don't think I would add another.

My reasons are:

I have a lot of expenses w/4 furbabies and if one got seriously ill at this point I would have an extremely hard time coming up w/the funds. Just last month for minor things (swollen gums, fleas, an infected scratch), I racked up 350 in vet bills and just today my lhasa is having runny stools so she will need to get in on Monday.

Training-- I have slacked on the training w/my last two puppies. I'm embarassed to say this buy McKenzie doesn't even know sit yet at 8 mos (we are working on it

). I am so busy running around cleaning up after them, grooming, feeding, ect ect it is really hard to get the time in w/each one.

I wouldn't trade mine for anything, but it really is much harder. Trips out with the dogs usually have to be split up into groups. Walks usually have to be taken 2 at a time.

You may be in a totally different situation and if you feel you can handle it, I say go for it!!

I'm just giving my opinion on what my thoughts are for myself on if I could have another, which for me is a big ole' NO, hehe

Good luck with whatever you decide!!

hha · 11-18-2007, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkiegirl83

I would have a really hard time saying "no" if it were me, but I have 4 right now and I definitely don't think I would add another.

My reasons are:

I have a lot of expenses w/4 furbabies and if one got seriously ill at this point I would have an extremely hard time coming up w/the funds. Just last month for minor things (swollen gums, fleas, an infected scratch), I racked up 350 in vet bills and just today my lhasa is having runny stools so she will need to get in on Monday.

Training-- I have slacked on the training w/my last two puppies. I'm embarassed to say this buy McKenzie doesn't even know sit yet at 8 mos (we are working on it

). I am so busy running around cleaning up after them, grooming, feeding, ect ect it is really hard to get the time in w/each one.

I wouldn't trade mine for anything, but it really is much harder. Trips out with the dogs usually have to be split up into groups. Walks usually have to be taken 2 at a time.

You may be in a totally different situation and if you feel you can handle it, I say go for it!!

I'm just giving my opinion on what my thoughts are for myself on if I could have another, which for me is a big ole' NO, hehe

Good luck with whatever you decide!!

With the dog with runny stools, try giving him some kaopectate(I just got a print out from the vet the other day, it said DON'T usee pepto bismol, but you can use the kaopectate. Wow, 2 little ones running around, I know how hard that is..I had 2 that were within 3 mos. of eachother years ago, once of that was enough for me..

hope your one gets feeling better..but, try the kao first and see if that helps with the runs..

littlewhip · 11-18-2007, 06:32 AM

Thanks all for your input

She is bringing him here today, see how its goes with my others, He was just at the vet, so thats a plus, he has had his rabies and all shots, Going to have her bring her camera so i can post a pic for you all

Gosh i cant wait for my own camera, I will be getting one soon though

yahhhh, I having them here for dinner today, since they are travling to Illinos for thanksgiving

11-17-2007, 04:00 PM	#16
TootiesMom and Hopeys Mom Too Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Louisiana Posts: 4,109	we had 5, until July when my TBone went to Rainbow Bridge.... it was not really any harder than 3 or 4. we have 4 now and it is really no different than when TBone was here, except I overcount alot... hehe I will get another one day, we want another little boy.... good luck... the more the merrier.... d __________________ Donna's little herd.... Tooties Dogster http://www.dogster.com/?271687 Hopeys Dogster http://www.dogster.com/?448723 and Tinker, TBone(RIP) Laci .. OH, and Me-Kitty(RIP)

11-17-2007, 04:58 PM	#17
MyFairLacy Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 11,003	Is this your daughter than wanted a dog for christmas? I know a few people with over 5 dogs and they do fine __________________ ~Magnifique Yorkies~ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.

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Beckyhebert Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: houston Posts: 854	well my sister has 10 maltese ... and she does just fine with them... all get clothes and have special tricks they do... and most of all they are so loved. yes take him... he needs you. __________________ Love J2mom crew

11-17-2007, 09:20 PM	#25
MyTrixie143 Mom to 6 Beautiful Furkids Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 5,409	Well I have 8, well 9 now. Once you get past 3 it really isn't that much different, lol. So if you have the money and room for another, I say yes!! Good luck with whatever you decide!! __________________ A dog is a furry person! http://www.dogster.com/?300866 Tracey and the gang DestinyHarmonyScamperGracieLillieKiwi Hershey Peppi

11-17-2007, 11:48 PM	#26
Sunnie Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: So. California Posts: 4,057	I have 5 yorkies and a poodle terrier mix. FIVE ISN'T ANY HARDER THAN 2 OR 3. The only downside I see is that it is harder to take 6 dogs with us. We used to take all of them everywhere.. but 6 is a little difficult. Leashes get tangled, etc. Also it is harder to find a spot on my bed for me to sleep. lol Sonya __________________ Sonya, Owned by Ladybug, Tilly, Sunshine, Beamer, Rainbow, Sonny and Righteous RIP Sunnie (11/12/2003-7/31/2009)

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katcarasella BANNED FOR STEALING YORKIETALK CONTENT! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Chicago Area Posts: 1,175	I could be there by morning, and solve all your problems. Maggie and Bailey desperately need a little brother We'll even let him have his own room, yeah, right on the pillow next to me. Just say the word and I'm on my way Kathy, Maggie &

11-18-2007, 12:10 AM	#27
jrsygal37 Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 3,370	Littlewhip. I have five Yorkies. I really don't have any trouble handing the five. The only real issue I have right now is that two out of the five are still babies. My Jersey is almost 9 months and Lilly is 7 months. I'm sure you know how hard it is to potty train these little brats. The three are fully potty trained but Jersey and Lilly are not 100 percent yet and give me a run for my money. My husband calls them the little s**t machines. The only issues with five is expense. The vet expenses of owning five sometimes gets crazy. You have five to get shots for, five to have teeth cleaning done, and then you have to worry about the expense of anthing major with their health going wrong and if they are all the same age or close to it the vet bills as they get older can really rack up. Grooming too is an expense but I'm fortunate enough that I can do it myself. Not perfectly, but nice enough to save me the $$. I hope it works out for you. Elaine

11-18-2007, 12:11 AM	#28
yorkiegirl83 Love My Furbabies! Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: somewhere Posts: 4,427	I would have a really hard time saying "no" if it were me, but I have 4 right now and I definitely don't think I would add another. My reasons are: I have a lot of expenses w/4 furbabies and if one got seriously ill at this point I would have an extremely hard time coming up w/the funds. Just last month for minor things (swollen gums, fleas, an infected scratch), I racked up 350 in vet bills and just today my lhasa is having runny stools so she will need to get in on Monday. Training-- I have slacked on the training w/my last two puppies. I'm embarassed to say this buy McKenzie doesn't even know sit yet at 8 mos (we are working on it ). I am so busy running around cleaning up after them, grooming, feeding, ect ect it is really hard to get the time in w/each one. I wouldn't trade mine for anything, but it really is much harder. Trips out with the dogs usually have to be split up into groups. Walks usually have to be taken 2 at a time. You may be in a totally different situation and if you feel you can handle it, I say go for it!! I'm just giving my opinion on what my thoughts are for myself on if I could have another, which for me is a big ole' NO, hehe Good luck with whatever you decide!! Last edited by yorkiegirl83; 11-18-2007 at 12:12 AM.

11-18-2007, 06:32 AM	#30
littlewhip Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: wiith my furbabys Posts: 8,874	Thanks all for your input She is bringing him here today, see how its goes with my others, He was just at the vet, so thats a plus, he has had his rabies and all shots, Going to have her bring her camera so i can post a pic for you all Gosh i cant wait for my own camera, I will be getting one soon though yahhhh, I having them here for dinner today, since they are travling to Illinos for thanksgiving __________________