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kenike · 01-13-2014, 07:05 AM

Thanks I am sure this is the way I will go. However a I was posting on here I thought of a lady in our area that use to take care of her sons yorkie that she loved but he has since taken him back, so I know she loves yorkies. I am first going to ask her then if that does not pan out. I will probably post an ad. Not to sure how to do that through this website?

SophieKatesMom · 01-13-2014, 09:22 AM

I will for sure be the odd person out and tell you I ONLY board my dog at a my Vet if she cannot come with us. My Vet has been caring for my animals for well over 16 years, she is a kind and compassionate person and know exactly how I expect my girl to treated.

Sophie Kate has been staying there since she was 5 months old, she knows the Vet and the Techs and will dance with excitement when we pull in. My Vet has 24 hour coverage in their office, Sophie Kate does not stay in a pen or a run except for at night to sleep, any other time she can usually be found lounging in their cat play room (they have a clinic cat who has his own room but rarely uses it).

My Vet may be the exception but I am very happy with the care that Sophie Kate receives there.

Marhcarter · 01-13-2014, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by kenike

Thanks I am sure this is the way I will go. However a I was posting on here I thought of a lady in our area that use to take care of her sons yorkie that she loved but he has since taken him back, so I know she loves yorkies. I am first going to ask her then if that does not pan out. I will probably post an ad. Not to sure how to do that through this website?

I would not board my dog with anyone I found through an ad. I would go with the vet, licensed boarding facility that I have toured or am very familiar with, or with someone I know well. You have to understand that too many people do not know how to keep a yorkie safe-they let them get loose, run off, dropped, injured...the list of possibilities haunts me, which is why I don't go overnight anywhere unless he goes with me or hubby is home.
You can never be too careful.

DvlshAngel985 · 01-13-2014, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Marhcarter

I would not board my dog with anyone I found through an ad. I would go with the vet, licensed boarding facility that I have toured or am very familiar with, or with someone I know well. You have to understand that too many people do not know how to keep a yorkie safe-they let them get loose, run off, dropped, injured...the list of possibilities haunts me, which is why I don't go overnight anywhere unless he goes with me or hubby is home.
You can never be too careful.

A vet or a boarding facility is ok for a 2-3 week vacation. This person is looking to board their dog for 18 months while they are on a mission that the pup cannot join her on. That's why I suggested she post a thread or "ad" here seeing if there is anyone in her/his area she/he can meet, interview, maybe even setup an account with hat person's vet for that length of time. It would be more of a foster situation than boarding. I have met some truly wonderful people here on YT. One of them is the one person in the world I trust my beloved Kaji to when I go on vacation. She's a lifesaver, loves him as much as I do, and it helps that her dog is Kaji's BFF. It also helps that I know she's a foster mom, which tells me just how big her heart is for this breed.

That's why I suggested this poster try to make a local friend through this board. Who knows, they may end up having a great friend they could truly trust with their pup.

SophieKatesMom · 01-13-2014, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985

A vet or a boarding facility is ok for a 2-3 week vacation. This person is looking to board their dog for 18 months while they are on a mission that the pup cannot join her on. That's why I suggested she post a thread or "ad" here seeing if there is anyone in her/his area she/he can meet, interview, maybe even setup an account with hat person's vet for that length of time. It would be more of a foster situation than boarding. I have met some truly wonderful people here on YT. One of them is the one person in the world I trust my beloved Kaji to when I go on vacation. She's a lifesaver, loves him as much as I do, and it helps that her dog is Kaji's BFF. It also helps that I know she's a foster mom, which tells me just how big her heart is for this breed.

That's why I suggested this poster try to make a local friend through this board. Who knows, they may end up having a great friend they could truly trust with their pup.

18 months is a long time, I have no idea what would do with Sophie Kate if I had to be gone for 18 months. I would ask a friend or a family member for sure first.

I know for sure I would not board her at my Vet or any vet for 18 months. Your dog is going to need humans they can bond with, trust. Dang that this a tough situation. Where are you located? If you are near Georgia (the State) let me know I can help you find someone locally.

Wild Blue · 01-13-2014, 06:41 PM

Hi there. First, I am so sorry for your loss. You will know when the time is right for your new yorkie baby. You are right, they don't replace the ones that have passed on but they do help fill that void left in your heart.

Here is my two cents on boarding at a vet. I have seen behind the scenes at a lot of clinics and hospitals. My advice would be to ask for a tour of the facility. If they refuse then I would not board there much less use them for veterinary services.

The advantages of boarding at your vet would be the obvious of having a person available to you right away if there should be a problem. Even something as small as a bought of diarrhea can be treated right away. And at a veterinary facility, they will be more quick to identify a problem.

The disadvantage would be that if the facility is so busy with the goings-on; with their patients, surgeries, hospitalized patients and clients, that boarders often get left on the back burner and may not get walked or checked on until it's time to feed them. This is more common for vet facilities that are really not set up for boarding. The last place I worked at was very much like that. We would get so busy there was nobody available to walk the boarders. Some pets would stay in their kennels all day

. The patients took priority. I always felt bad for the boarders who, at times, were fed and that's all the attention they got. (unless there was a problem of course)

There are some vet facilities that are set up for boarding and have staff that does nothing but take care of their boarders. The pets get walked at scheduled times and receive lots of attention and care. This is why I suggested you ask for a tour and ask questions. Don't be afraid to ask how many walks/play time they get. Ask if they have a kennel person that takes care of the boarders only.

01-13-2014, 09:22 AM	#17
SophieKatesMom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canton, GA Posts: 3,242	I will for sure be the odd person out and tell you I ONLY board my dog at a my Vet if she cannot come with us. My Vet has been caring for my animals for well over 16 years, she is a kind and compassionate person and know exactly how I expect my girl to treated. Sophie Kate has been staying there since she was 5 months old, she knows the Vet and the Techs and will dance with excitement when we pull in. My Vet has 24 hour coverage in their office, Sophie Kate does not stay in a pen or a run except for at night to sleep, any other time she can usually be found lounging in their cat play room (they have a clinic cat who has his own room but rarely uses it). My Vet may be the exception but I am very happy with the care that Sophie Kate receives there. __________________ Cheryl,Mom to SophieKate

01-13-2014, 07:05 AM	#16
kenike YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Polo Mo Posts: 8	Thanks I am sure this is the way I will go. However a I was posting on here I thought of a lady in our area that use to take care of her sons yorkie that she loved but he has since taken him back, so I know she loves yorkies. I am first going to ask her then if that does not pan out. I will probably post an ad. Not to sure how to do that through this website?

01-13-2014, 06:41 PM	#21
Wild Blue Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 25	Hi there. First, I am so sorry for your loss. You will know when the time is right for your new yorkie baby. You are right, they don't replace the ones that have passed on but they do help fill that void left in your heart. Here is my two cents on boarding at a vet. I have seen behind the scenes at a lot of clinics and hospitals. My advice would be to ask for a tour of the facility. If they refuse then I would not board there much less use them for veterinary services. The advantages of boarding at your vet would be the obvious of having a person available to you right away if there should be a problem. Even something as small as a bought of diarrhea can be treated right away. And at a veterinary facility, they will be more quick to identify a problem. The disadvantage would be that if the facility is so busy with the goings-on; with their patients, surgeries, hospitalized patients and clients, that boarders often get left on the back burner and may not get walked or checked on until it's time to feed them. This is more common for vet facilities that are really not set up for boarding. The last place I worked at was very much like that. We would get so busy there was nobody available to walk the boarders. Some pets would stay in their kennels all day . The patients took priority. I always felt bad for the boarders who, at times, were fed and that's all the attention they got. (unless there was a problem of course) There are some vet facilities that are set up for boarding and have staff that does nothing but take care of their boarders. The pets get walked at scheduled times and receive lots of attention and care. This is why I suggested you ask for a tour and ask questions. Don't be afraid to ask how many walks/play time they get. Ask if they have a kennel person that takes care of the boarders only.