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02-09-2009, 04:20 PM | #1 |
Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
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| Adopting Puppy Vs Adult, Which one???? HI! I've been searching for a pup for a while and then I found YT, boy did it open my eyes to things I would of never considered before. Now I'm more confused than ever!!! I would love to adopt a rescue pup or adult but I'm really torn between which age to choose. I know I want a yorkie (of course!) and I would really like a boy, but I don't know which I would like more, a puppy or a young but more grown dog. I know there are pros and cons to both so I thought I could ask for help in making a pro con list. What do you say? Will you help me out?? I also wanted to ask, how much I should let my parents and brothers influence my decision. No I don't live at home, I just visit often (like every weekend) and they are all convinced that a puppy is the right way to go. Well, except for my lil brother who says whatever makes me happy.
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02-09-2009, 04:55 PM | #2 |
Donating YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Missouri
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| I'm not sure I can answer this for you - but I can tell you my experience with Bailey. I got Bailey when she was a puppy. I had a lot of anxiety during the first few months. Even after all the research I did before getting her - I didn't fully comprehend the responsibility until she came home (i.e. potty training, early a.m. trips to potty, the complete disruption in my life), I felt a lot of guilt leaving her at home while at work, and the vet trips the first year were expensive. Of course, all is fine and I'm sooo glad we had the exprience together. I just wasn't prepared in the beginning. I'm not sure if getting an older dog would have relieved any of the anxiety? Now, Bailey is completely in sync with our lives - she's the perfect match for us. I'm even considering getting another one!!!
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02-09-2009, 05:00 PM | #3 |
Loved by Layla Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Canada
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| I say rescue is the way to go. They have more love to give than you can imagine- they've been through horrible times and can appreciate a new forever home that will love them. Rescues don't go through teething- have had their shots, have been spayed/neutered and usually cost less to adopt. You wont' be up all night iwth a rescue as they usually come paper trained or potty trained. "everybody wants a baby" but people forget about the ones that have been pushed to the side- A puppy that belongs to a reputable breeder will always find a home- or stay in the one they are in- Rescues- sometimes never find a home... - I got Layla as a puppy but knowing what i do now baout rescues- it's the way i'd go next time- or maybe i'd do both Last edited by marcerella02; 02-09-2009 at 05:01 PM. |
02-09-2009, 06:35 PM | #4 |
Stop Puppy Mills Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: california
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| I have had both and for me hands down I would choose an adult. They are so much easier. They can be left alone longer. Potty training a puppy is a full time job. They are past chewing and crazy puppy distruction. I would rescue they know you have given them a second chance and they are so thankful. It is a very special and unique bond when you get a rescue. Good luck with your search.
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02-09-2009, 06:42 PM | #5 |
Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
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| Thanks for the input, I like hearing stories about your experiences. I think they'll help me make up my mind. I'm really leaning towards an adult, but then I hear stories about puppy breadth and how proud you are about accomplishments and milestones your babies go through and then I change my mind. Oh, llcornell, I called again about the yorkie, still no answer. I'll try again tomorrow. This thread is to help me make a choice in case that falls through...
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02-09-2009, 06:52 PM | #6 |
Stop Puppy Mills Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: california
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| Why arent they calling back??? They at least need to give a courtesy call and let you know something. P.S. puppy breath doesn't last long and you will have accomplishments and milestones but they will be different. I cry everytime one of my fosters finally plays with a toy or doesn't cower when you go to pet them. Its so rewarding to watch them blossom into a happy dog.
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02-09-2009, 07:15 PM | #7 |
Thor's Human Donating Member | Thor was not a rescue, but I adopted him as an adult. He still has plenty of puppy-like behaviors to keep me on my toes. One benefit of getting an adult is that they are more of an known quantity. You know how big they are, if they are healthy, what kind of temperment they have, etc. PLUS I firmly believe you go to heaven if you adopt a rescue! Just something to consider! |
02-09-2009, 07:21 PM | #8 |
Donating YT 30K Club Member | Pixie was not a rescue but I got her at 13 months and it was a lot easier.
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02-09-2009, 08:37 PM | #9 |
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| I got Dolly whe she was already 8 month old, its def. easier to get an adult or older puppy. but sometimes I feel like I missed out on so much fun of her puppyhood, she must have been a super cutie, etc.
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02-09-2009, 08:49 PM | #10 |
Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Satellite Beach, FL
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| All of our "kids" have been rescues. They have so much love to give back to their new "forever" parents. As much as we would like a puppy, raising one would not work out with my rotating shifts and spouse working long hours. Perhaps in a few more years when we both retire(?) we may get a pup. Just make sure you get as much history as possible if you want to get a rescue. There are many good points made by the previous members but it's up to you.
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02-10-2009, 01:33 PM | #11 | ||
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Thanks llcornell for reminding me that there are milestones to be had with rescues too. When I do dog grooming for the spca, there are sometimes dogs that are so shy when I come in and don't want anything to do wehn I approach them. It can take me anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour to get that particular dog to be comfortable enough with me for me to take it out of the kennel. Even after the terrifying bath, they always wine and cry when I leave. It is such a bittersweet moment!!!! Anyway, I would like to hear more about those who had puppies and watched them grow and what makes it so great to have a puppy, other than the cute factor of course!!!
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02-10-2009, 01:45 PM | #12 |
No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK
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| I looked for nine months for a young adult. I filled out many rescue applications in hopes of rescueing a pup that needed a good home. I never heard back from any of them. I presume because I worked. I had two rescues in the past(i was a stay at home mom at the time) and had them until they were put down at 17yrs and 16yrs having both from young adults but this didn't matter. If you work full time they will not give you a dog. I got tired of waiting and bought Buddy as a 14wk old puppy. It was time consuming. I had more stress than fun and gave up most of my life. Once he was with me I could not give him up. After that first year things became easier. Much easier. Today we're a team. It was hard only because I worked but he is loved and spoiled rotten. If you have the time get a puppy if not look for a rescue. Yorkies are puppies even as adults so the only thing you will miss is the work the first year Good luck to you and welcome to YT. |
02-10-2009, 01:55 PM | #13 |
I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
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| I admire people that adopt rescues I think it is a wonderful thing. The only problem is they wont let people that have children adopt and I have a child so getting a puppy is the way I had to go. I am glad I got to see mine go through milestones. I loved seeing when they finally got something we were trying to teach them. I enjoyed watching them change colors,when they got their first hair cut, first walk etc. I think either way you go you cant go wrong because yorkies are the best
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