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carrieu · 06-17-2008, 09:19 PM

Hi, I've been lurking around here for a little while, trying to find my way around and absorb as much info as I can and I'd like to introduce myself and jump in.

I can't believe what a sweet group of people you are here!

We are bringing home our very first yorkie baby at the end of July (AWWWW so long to wait it seems!). I am trying to learn everything that I need to know before she comes home. I am terrified of not knowing "enough"...lol.

I think I've read just about every post here...seriously. My husband and I have laughed over the adorable videos of puppies who walk on their front legs (so funny!) and cried over the sad posts about rescue babies with disabled hind legs (but strong little persevering hearts). I've seen yorkie births and wild birthday parties. I've read about princesses being evicted by kitties and stomping out...taking their blankies with them "thank you very much!".

I've learned about Biewers (still not sure how to pronounce that though) and Parti. And I know how to get gum out of hair now (phew! hopefully I'll NEVER need to use that). So much here to learn from! Amazing!

I can not tell you how this breed has taken hold of my heart. The more I learn about them, the more I realize just how much these little babies are like human beings with little attitudes and everything! I have always been an animal lover (rescuing drowning ants and fallen baby birds from as young as I can remember), but these little Yorkies just take the cake. Incredible!

Anyway, I am excited to be here. I can't wait until our little girl comes home. I uploaded some photos of her (from her sweetheart of a breeder). She doesn't have a name yet, though. I just can't "see" her personality yet. I keep hoping it will just come to me. I keep saying things like "Oh...look at our adorable little....ummm...our very own little....uhhhh...." Its just not there yet. Am I a bad mom already, for not knowing her name yet?

C-

ps...thank you to the people who sent me messages as soon as I joined. That really made me feel welcome (and not so dumb when I couldn't figure my way around at first).

4doggiemama · 06-17-2008, 09:22 PM

Sounds like you are going to make the best mommy ever!!

cataholic · 06-17-2008, 09:23 PM

Welcome to YT! Congratulations on your new puppy. I can't wait to see pics and videos of her.

4doggiemama · 06-17-2008, 09:24 PM

Oh, my goodness! I just went to your profile page and checked out your album. Oh, your little girl is soooo cute! Man, I'm going to have to stop myself once more from wanting to go get another baby. Can't handle more than four with 2 being seniors. Oh, puppy breath!

Nancy1999 · 06-17-2008, 09:39 PM

I found Yorkietalk before I found my puppy, and it really convinced me that yorkies were the breed for me. I raised two skin babies and had plenty of dogs in the past, but I was looking for a new baby, and Joey was the perfect dog for me. They're so smart, loving, and playful. Congratulations on getting your new baby. Hope you get some sleep before she gets here cause the first couple of months can be pretty rough (small bladders). I agree with you about the name, sometimes it best if wait until you find what suits them.

yorkiesmiles · 06-17-2008, 10:09 PM

Welcome to YT!! So glad you are already coming to love YT!

How wonderful that you are doing your research. What a lucky girl you will have!

LittleMansMomma · 06-17-2008, 10:33 PM

Hi and Welcome to YT! I TOTALLY AGREE it is the BEST PLACE EVER!!! Your baby girl is just to cute!

Jennieliz14 · 06-17-2008, 10:45 PM

wow, i am in LOVE with your little girl! I can't wait to hear what you name her!

BTW, how in the heck DO you pronounce "Biewer"? Anyone? Ill admit to knowing that word for a very very long time, but just calling them "the white yorkies"...

Beabble · 06-17-2008, 10:54 PM

Awe, what a sweet post that was. I can tell how excited you are to be getting your new lil one, I'll be going and checking out the pics soon as I send this post off

There's so much to learn here at YT, I think I actually learn something new here everyday, lol! I'm so glad you joined, I look forward to getting to watch your furbaby grow up online and hear all the wonderful stories I know you'll be sharing with us

Nope, your not a bad Momma at all, I'm the same way you are, I have to see their personality before I can name them, lol. You'll know when you have the right name, a light bulb will go off in your head and all the sudden you'll just KNOW that's the name your lil one was meant to have!

Mayas Mommy · 06-17-2008, 11:12 PM

Hi and Welcome ..... I can only agree ... this is the best place ever .......they will be here for you in happy and sad times ..... I found YT while I did research online and visited a few times to read and look at pic's before I got my

.... and after the worst part was over with her I joined this group ...

I love it on here - you can meet the sweetest people on here and I am glad I did ..... (you know who you are)

I will go check out your pic's now ......

Have fun on here !!!!!

carrieu · 06-18-2008, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Nancy1999

I found Yorkietalk before I found my puppy, and it really convinced me that yorkies were the breed for me. I raised two skin babies and had plenty of dogs in the past, but I was looking for a new baby, and Joey was the perfect dog for me. They're so smart, loving, and playful. Congratulations on getting your new baby. Hope you get some sleep before she gets here cause the first couple of months can be pretty rough (small bladders). I agree with you about the name, sometimes it best if wait until you find what suits them.

I know what you mean, Nancy. I did a TON of research online before I finally made the decision, but when I found Yorkie Talk, I finally felt like I wasn't quite so nervous about my decision. For a newbie to the breed, it really is quite difficult to get the real picture about the dedication and knowledge that you need to have to be a momma to one of these little babies. YT really gives you that full picture.

C-

Betty'sMom · 06-18-2008, 05:37 AM

Welcome to YT! You sound 'obsessed'...like the rest of us!

Oh...Biewer is pronounced similar to 'beaver'. I asked the same question a while back!

Lexi Rae · 06-18-2008, 05:46 AM

welcome to yt... lots of information here, dont be shy

carrieu · 06-18-2008, 05:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Betty'sMom

Welcome to YT! You sound 'obsessed'...like the rest of us!

Oh...Biewer is pronounced similar to 'beaver'. I asked the same question a while back!

Thanks! What a weird way to pronounce it, but I guess being german and all it makes sense to pronounce it that way.

...and you are right! I am TOTALLY obsessed now! I just can not get enough info. The thing I am trying to learn about right now is potty training. I am so worried that I am going to mess that up. She won't be coming home until she is 16 weeks. Is that too long to start potty training?

C-

blueeyes_jd · 06-18-2008, 05:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Betty'sMom

Welcome to YT! You sound 'obsessed'...like the rest of us!

Oh...Biewer is pronounced similar to 'beaver'. I asked the same question a while back!

lol ditto on the "OBSESSED!!" part!!! lol welcome welcome!! it will be THE BEST thing that has ever happend to you! I know my Gracie is.... good luck picking out a name!

06-17-2008, 09:19 PM	#1
carrieu Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 227	Thank heaven for YT! Hi, I've been lurking around here for a little while, trying to find my way around and absorb as much info as I can and I'd like to introduce myself and jump in. I can't believe what a sweet group of people you are here! We are bringing home our very first yorkie baby at the end of July (AWWWW so long to wait it seems!). I am trying to learn everything that I need to know before she comes home. I am terrified of not knowing "enough"...lol. I think I've read just about every post here...seriously. My husband and I have laughed over the adorable videos of puppies who walk on their front legs (so funny!) and cried over the sad posts about rescue babies with disabled hind legs (but strong little persevering hearts). I've seen yorkie births and wild birthday parties. I've read about princesses being evicted by kitties and stomping out...taking their blankies with them "thank you very much!". I've learned about Biewers (still not sure how to pronounce that though) and Parti. And I know how to get gum out of hair now (phew! hopefully I'll NEVER need to use that). So much here to learn from! Amazing! I can not tell you how this breed has taken hold of my heart. The more I learn about them, the more I realize just how much these little babies are like human beings with little attitudes and everything! I have always been an animal lover (rescuing drowning ants and fallen baby birds from as young as I can remember), but these little Yorkies just take the cake. Incredible! Anyway, I am excited to be here. I can't wait until our little girl comes home. I uploaded some photos of her (from her sweetheart of a breeder). She doesn't have a name yet, though. I just can't "see" her personality yet. I keep hoping it will just come to me. I keep saying things like "Oh...look at our adorable little....ummm...our very own little....uhhhh...." Its just not there yet. Am I a bad mom already, for not knowing her name yet? C- ps...thank you to the people who sent me messages as soon as I joined. That really made me feel welcome (and not so dumb when I couldn't figure my way around at first).

06-17-2008, 09:22 PM	#2
4doggiemama Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: KS Posts: 3,290	Sounds like you are going to make the best mommy ever!! __________________ Joanne Eli ChipperEva Snowboy Rosie(R.I.P. 1996-July 29, 2013) Cocoa(R.I.P 1998-April 26, 2012):

06-17-2008, 09:23 PM	#3
cataholic Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Va Posts: 1,322	Welcome to YT! Congratulations on your new puppy. I can't wait to see pics and videos of her. __________________ Tina, Momma to Fritzel, Darla, Kasey, Max, Blackie, : http://www.dogster.com/dogs/463494 Member of The Crazy ClubMember of The Little Gentlemen's Club

06-17-2008, 09:24 PM	#4
4doggiemama Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: KS Posts: 3,290	Oh, my goodness! I just went to your profile page and checked out your album. Oh, your little girl is soooo cute! Man, I'm going to have to stop myself once more from wanting to go get another baby. Can't handle more than four with 2 being seniors. Oh, puppy breath! __________________ Joanne Eli ChipperEva Snowboy Rosie(R.I.P. 1996-July 29, 2013) Cocoa(R.I.P 1998-April 26, 2012):

06-17-2008, 09:39 PM	#5
Nancy1999 I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 25,396 Blog Entries: 2	I found Yorkietalk before I found my puppy, and it really convinced me that yorkies were the breed for me. I raised two skin babies and had plenty of dogs in the past, but I was looking for a new baby, and Joey was the perfect dog for me. They're so smart, loving, and playful. Congratulations on getting your new baby. Hope you get some sleep before she gets here cause the first couple of months can be pretty rough (small bladders). I agree with you about the name, sometimes it best if wait until you find what suits them. __________________ NancyJoey Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB and YAP! ** Just Say No to Puppymills – Join YAP! Yorkshire Terrier Club of America – Breeder Referrals

06-17-2008, 10:09 PM	#6
yorkiesmiles Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 9,493	Welcome to YT!! So glad you are already coming to love YT! How wonderful that you are doing your research. What a lucky girl you will have! __________________ yorkiesmiles Loved by Bubba & Roxy *Holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was, and is, and is to come*

06-17-2008, 10:33 PM	#7
LittleMansMomma Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Greenfield, TN Posts: 743	Hi and Welcome to YT! I TOTALLY AGREE it is the BEST PLACE EVER!!! Your baby girl is just to cute! __________________ Larissa mommy to Little Man Tawny Odie Proud Member of: SRC LGC

06-17-2008, 10:45 PM	#8
Jennieliz14 YT Addict Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 266	wow, i am in LOVE with your little girl! I can't wait to hear what you name her! BTW, how in the heck DO you pronounce "Biewer"? Anyone? Ill admit to knowing that word for a very very long time, but just calling them "the white yorkies"... __________________ Jennifer and Olivia www.dogster.com/?167269

06-17-2008, 10:54 PM	#9
Beabble YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,104 Blog Entries: 4	Awe, what a sweet post that was. I can tell how excited you are to be getting your new lil one, I'll be going and checking out the pics soon as I send this post off There's so much to learn here at YT, I think I actually learn something new here everyday, lol! I'm so glad you joined, I look forward to getting to watch your furbaby grow up online and hear all the wonderful stories I know you'll be sharing with us Nope, your not a bad Momma at all, I'm the same way you are, I have to see their personality before I can name them, lol. You'll know when you have the right name, a light bulb will go off in your head and all the sudden you'll just KNOW that's the name your lil one was meant to have! __________________ ~Tracy~

06-17-2008, 11:12 PM	#10
Mayas Mommy ..... and BLAIR'S too ...... Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Posts: 3,190	Hi and Welcome ..... I can only agree ... this is the best place ever .......they will be here for you in happy and sad times ..... I found YT while I did research online and visited a few times to read and look at pic's before I got my .... and after the worst part was over with her I joined this group ... I love it on here - you can meet the sweetest people on here and I am glad I did ..... (you know who you are) I will go check out your pic's now ...... Have fun on here !!!!! __________________ I LOVE MY LIFE AS A MOMMY AND A WIFE

06-18-2008, 05:37 AM	#12
Betty'sMom Donating YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 6,234	Welcome to YT! You sound 'obsessed'...like the rest of us! Oh...Biewer is pronounced similar to 'beaver'. I asked the same question a while back! __________________ Jeanne: Mom to Betty & Juju Bean

06-18-2008, 05:46 AM	#13
Lexi Rae Gina, (Lexi's Mommy) Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: LONG ISLAND,NY Posts: 10,455	welcome to yt... lots of information here, dont be shy __________________ Gina & Lexi CLICK HERE for our Photo Album ...