Received a little discouragement

[AngieC]

Why would we kill you? Its your opinion and you are intitled to it?!?

Yes both my boys bark when they hear a noise outside, but I blame that on them wanting to know what is going on outside there place. I don't think its because they are just barking... just a thought, I belive that all dogs are protective of their teritory, so they bark when they hear a noise. Cause my sisters dogs bark at every little noise they hear outside and they are labs. Just a thought.

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Everybody is going to kill me, but I agree with your friend. This isn't to say, you can't train them to be non-yappers, but most Yorkies need much more help with the no barking command than other breeds. They do make great watch dogs, and are very protective of you and their environment. Concerning apartments, I don't think the size of the apartment matters as much as the noise factor, and how thin the walls are. You have to be prepared to do consistent training. My house is very close to the neighbor's house and Joey still barks when he hears the neighbor banging his trash can, so they will be inclined to bark at noises they hear. I do think Yorkies need more attention than the average dog, they seem to be much more people oriented than any other breed I've owned, and I don't think it's fair to leave them home alone all day, although many people do it. If your job is pet friendly, and you could take him that would be great, many people do this, or buy another dog as a pet for their Yorkie! House training is probably the biggest problem, Yorkies seem to have much more problems with this then other breeds, and here too, you can train, but you need more patience. I read many "frustration/rehoming" threads, and I think too many people think that Yorkies will be easy, at 3 years old, Joey's easy, but the first couple of years took lots of training. Best of luck with your decision, at least you are not going into it with blinders on.

[chachi]

Mine do bark at things outside like a squirrel or when someone comes to the door but they dont bark when we leave but I know from reading on here that can be a problem with some yorkies

[JPop & Taz 2]

I have 6 yorkies now, and, yes, sometimes it sounds like a kennel at my house. They bark at unfamiliar noises and things. They thought that big ole watermellon was gonna get them this summer! And, Deuce, hates that "Ex-tense" commercial; you know the one; (that's for men) They have this whistling part on the end of the commercial that drives him crazy! The silly thing will actually howls. And when Mom or Dad come home; well its not quiet for a good 15 mins. They are jumping with joy, even is you just went to the mailbox! You won't be sorry if you get your yorkie baby; but, beware.....I think the majority of the people on YT have more than 1; they are terribly addictive.

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by AngieC

Why would we kill you? Its your opinion and you are intitled to it?!?

Yes both my boys bark when they hear a noise outside, but I blame that on them wanting to know what is going on outside there place. I don't think its because they are just barking... just a thought, I belive that all dogs are protective of their teritory, so they bark when they hear a noise. Cause my sisters dogs bark at every little noise they hear outside and they are labs. Just a thought.

I didn't think people would really kill me that was said tongue in cheek, but they don't like anything negative being said about yorkies, but these things are only negative, if you view them that way, in fact, I like the fact that Joey is a barker, and will alert me if something's wrong, if I wake in the night to a noise, and Joey's not barking, I know it's nothing.

I've had lots of different dogs over the years, and I've never had one like Joey, he is different, but that's exactly why he's so perfect for me now. I also baby-sit my one son's Maltese and one son's Shih Tzu, neither one of them barks at things like Joey. His base level for barking is extremely high, and it was a challenge to teach him to learn that he must stop barking, I have taught him to stop after a few barks, but I believe that you should be "prepared" to face this. So it's not that I'm against barking, but Joey would continue on and on, extinction didn't work with him. If you get a non-barker, that's great, but it's good to understand the worst of it.

[AngieC]

I didn't mean litterly, I guess I should have said it a different way.

That is great that your Joey alerts ya... I was just trying to state that I think all dogs big or small tend to be protective of their property. But then again not all dogs tend to bark too, So I guess every dog large or small is different, just like people are and I for one think that is great!! Life would be dull and boring if we were all alike the same with our furry babies!! Huggles..
Angie

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

I didn't think people would really kill me that was said tongue in cheek, but they don't like anything negative being said about yorkies, but these things are only negative, if you view them that way, in fact, I like the fact that Joey is a barker, and will alert me if something's wrong, if I wake in the night to a noise, and Joey's not barking, I know it's nothing.

I've had lots of different dogs over the years, and I've never had one like Joey, he is different, but that's exactly why he's so perfect for me now. I also baby-sit my one son's Maltese and one son's Shih Tzu, neither one of them barks at things like Joey. His base level for barking is extremely high, and it was a challenge to teach him to learn that he must stop barking, I have taught him to stop after a few barks, but I believe that you should be "prepared" to face this. So it's not that I'm against barking, but Joey would continue on and on, extinction didn't work with him. If you get a non-barker, that's great, but it's good to understand the worst of it.

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by AngieC

I didn't mean litterly, I guess I should have said it a different way.

That is great that your Joey alerts ya... I was just trying to state that I think all dogs big or small tend to be protective of their property. But then again not all dogs tend to bark too, So I guess every dog large or small is different, just like people are and I for one think that is great!! Life would be dull and boring if we were all alike the same with our furry babies!! Huggles..
Angie

Lol, I guess people are protective of their yorkies, and don't won't to hear anything negative about them. I do agree all breeds are probably protective of their property, it's just that Joey thinks he owns the entire world!

[YorkieMax82]

I have 4 yorkies and none of them bark just to be barking... its either because someone is at the door or they heard something outside or because another one stole their bullystick/chew treat. In my opinion they are the best breed to have (if you have the time for them) They need lots of love and attention. I dont think I could imagine my life without a yorkie now! They really all are different in personality...just like people.

[ranant12]

I personally know 5 adult yorkies (owned by friends of mine) and of course, my adult is Diva. NONE of the dogs that I know are yappy. Diva rarely ever barks, unless there is a knock at the door or the evil cat gets in trouble for something and Diva has to back me up by barking like crazy at her!

Honestly, the only thing I could say bad about a yorkie is that they may cause diabetes because they are so freakin sweet!!! (my 18 year old daughter told me that and I loved it!)

Don't let anyone talk you out of getting what you want.

[Nancy1999]

I often wonder if there is any other breed whose owners are as devoted, I mean, if you look at other dog forums you do not see the numbers in membership or involvement.

[Suzetteb523]

Well, it is good to know that they can be trained not to bark so much. When my friend said that to me, all I could think about was that dog my neighbor's daughter had when she lived next door for a couple of months. I could not stand that dog (sorry). I don't know what kind of dog it was. A mixture of some sort. But it was small (like a chihuahua mix) and when she would see me she would go nuts. Like she was going to bite my heels. She wouldn't get too close but it was insane. I would hear her barking long after I had opened my door, went inside and closed it behind me. I don't want a dog like that.

[kelsie123186]

I know that every dog is different but both my girls rarely bark! I had chihuahua's growing up and was pleasantly suprised at how much less my yorkie girls bark. They bark when they hear a suspicious noise at night at thats usually about it and if we tell them enough they stop immediatly dont get discouraged! Getting my first yorkie Bailey was the best thing I ever did!

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by Suzetteb523

Well, it is good to know that they can be trained not to bark so much. When my friend said that to me, all I could think about was that dog my neighbor's daughter had when she lived next door for a couple of months. I could not stand that dog (sorry). I don't know what kind of dog it was. A mixture of some sort. But it was small (like a chihuahua mix) and when she would see me she would go nuts. Like she was going to bite my heels. She wouldn't get too close but it was insane. I would hear her barking long after I had opened my door, went inside and closed it behind me. I don't want a dog like that.

If you read Yorkietalk much, you will understand there are plenty of Yorkies who are just like that. Some people write in and say they have tried everything, but still have such a problem. They usually have not been consistent with their training, and give up. We had a problem with Joey, and our house overlooks a park, and he would bark at other dogs in the park, people riding bikes, ducks, birds, just about anything. I used the penny's in the can method, and kept cans in every room so that I could find one as soon as he started to bark. It took some time, but now I can most of the time raise my finger to my lips in a sh-shing fashion and he'll stop barking. This doesn't work with repairmen or the cable guy, and I'm sure they think he's a yappy little dog. If he were a big dog, I think they'd leave him alone, but they always want to touch him.

[Armani Alexis]

Welcome to Yorkie Talk!

Just another perspective, not only is my yorkie not a yapper I can count the times in the last year and a half on my hands that I have heard her bark. She is such a delightful temperment that she attends church service with me on a regular basis.

-pam

[capt_noonie]

Originally Posted by Jeri Cunningham

You live close to me. I'm in Hercules,CA. I have nine dogs and one Yorkie is a real barker. Most of my Yorkies are not barkers and they each have a different personality. I also have two non-yorkies and love them dearly BUT would never get any other dog than a Yorkie or Biewer now.

Yorkies are very special and I work from home and they sit quietly under my desk. All yorkies are not created equal though!

I'm so jealous! I would love to have that many! The one 3rd from the right reminds me of Uni!!! They are all gorgeous!

[AbbysMom08]

Welcome to Yorkie Talk!!
I have had 3 yorkies and love the breed.
My first 2 were "lover dovers" Both were little "girlie girls".
My 2nd one was so precious and tiny. She was the light of my life. The one I have now, Abby, is so very different from the other 2.
She is so independent. Not so much a "lover dover" ( only when she really wants to be).
Abby is such a tompup. She likes to play rough sometimes.
She will bark when she hears someone at the door.
I was lucky, none of them barked a lot.
If you decide to get one, I wish you luck in your search.
Please just make sure you get it from a reputable breeder. Check here on this site. There are good breeders here.