Doggie Strollers?

[yorkie-lover1]

i have one and its brill! perfect for when im out shoppinh on hols and at home! going round markets ect, my dogs are tiny so they will get stepped on, safer when they are in the stroller, cant carry them and look and cant have all of them in a carrier, stroller is the best, even if it is pink with 2 boys in haha

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by BanditSocks2

IMO if your dog has all its shots and you introduce the dogs appropriately and keep them a leash-distance apart you wouldn't need a stroller. It would be great for your pup to walk and get exercise. I know some people have them for elderly or injured dogs who can't walk long distances, but with a puppy that probably wouldn't be a problem. I have a 4.5 pound and almost 6 pound yorkie and they both walk a 4 mile circle with no problem.... the puppy still has energy to play after

Like the OP, I have a neighbor with a goldendoodle -- they are sweet and beautiful, but if you could see the way they jump around -- you would put your little Yorkie in a stroller too! It's like walking your Yorkie next to a bucking bronco, albeit a very beautiful and graceful one.

[Micah my love]

I don't own a stroller but i think that they would be a great investment and you all have gave very good reasons for owning them love,saftey & comfort
i know some have small children so the stroller has to make it so much better
when you are out with all of them together

[JJinjersey]

In 2008 I wanted to take my then 6month old Bryan to an all day doggy even in Cranbury NJ...a fellow yorkie owner told me you better get him a stroller, which I thought was ridicious but the morning of the event I stopped at a Petsmart on the turnpike and brought one...I said to me self if we don't use it I can always return it...well after 15 minutes at the event I was walking back to the car to get it...Bryan was soo overwhelmed by all the other dogs it was hot and be would crawl under the vendors tables and pant...well when I put him in the stroller he sat in there like he was the king of the hill and no one can touch him there..it helped to block the sun and it was easier for me to give him water...I think they are wonderful

[Reese1]

We have a pink stroller and I wouldn't say we use it a lot, but I'm so glad we have it!
There are certain crowded events we have been to and it's really come in handy!
I think just the nature of their size, in big crowds I worry about them getting stepped on.
Also, since people (especially kids) like to run up to cute little dogs, I don't have to worry about them getting spooked and possibly biting anyone!

[carmen in nj]

I own a doggy stroller because I LOVE TO GO Antiquing and to outdoor markets,farmer markets during the morning hours is ok for my Prada to walk around but once the summer sun comes out the asphalt gets really hot, I put her in the stroller and she is safe, cool and off the reach of sweaty little hands.. I only take one or two of them out at a time, only walking in my hood I take the 4 together..
hugs,
Carmen in nj

[teacup0819]

Originally Posted by Maximo

Like the OP, I have a neighbor with a goldendoodle -- they are sweet and beautiful, but if you could see the way they jump around -- you would put your little Yorkie in a stroller too! It's like walking your Yorkie next to a bucking bronco, albeit a very beautiful and graceful one.

That is exactly my problem. The stroller would not be used to replace walking the new little one, but would allow us to walk with her and our friends around the neighborhood with their goldendoodle. I love the goldendoodle and she is very friendly, but big and bouncy

[Cerise]

Originally Posted by browniesmom622

I love mine & your reason is the perfect reason. Dogs need exercise but there are some times where they can come out with us but cant be on the ground This is alot better then them being in a tiny bag or stuck at home.

[Rachael1983]

Dogs have four legs and can walk. Even your puppy can play and go for a bit of a walk with the goldendoodle. I'm sorry but strollers for dogs who aren't handicapped I think is a waste of money.

[Cerise]

Originally Posted by RoscoesMommy42

I have one and LOVE it. I'm sorry but, there are times a 3-4 pound dog gets tired much quicker than you do. We do a lot of stuff in the summer and I love the fact that I can take all of them, put them in the stroller (there are also 4 safety hooks) and not have to worry about someone snatching them, or people touching them and wanting to pick them up and they can rest if they want to. People can make fun if they want, I really don't care. I get made fun of all the time because of how much I love my babies. I think about their comfort and well-being more than what people think about me. Post people just go crazy at how cute it is.

I attached a couple pics of mine from the first day I got it.

OMG!!! I LOVE that plaid!!! Can I ask where did you find that one? It's so cute!!!

[hugz4all4]

Originally Posted by BanditSocks2

IMO if your dog has all its shots and you introduce the dogs appropriately and keep them a leash-distance apart you wouldn't need a stroller. It would be great for your pup to walk and get exercise. I know some people have them for elderly or injured dogs who can't walk long distances, but with a puppy that probably wouldn't be a problem. I have a 4.5 pound and almost 6 pound yorkie and they both walk a 4 mile circle with no problem.... the puppy still has energy to play after

I agree 100 percent. Putting your dog in a stroller to take them for a "walk" is NOT execise for them, its excercise for you. Dogs were given 4 feet for a reason.. to walk, run and play on them. Stroller's for dogs IMO are quite silly, but I guess if your one of those people that are petrified for your dog to touch grass or absoulty need to take your dog shopping with you, then I guess a stroller would serve a purpose.

[hugz4all4]

Originally Posted by RoscoesMommy42

I have one and LOVE it. I'm sorry but, there are times a 3-4 pound dog gets tired much quicker than you do. We do a lot of stuff in the summer and I love the fact that I can take all of them, put them in the stroller (there are also 4 safety hooks) and not have to worry about someone snatching them, or people touching them and wanting to pick them up and they can rest if they want to. People can make fun if they want, I really don't care. I get made fun of all the time because of how much I love my babies. I think about their comfort and well-being more than what people think about me. Post people just go crazy at how cute it is.

I attached a couple pics of mine from the first day I got it.

I have a 4 pound dog that usually outlasts me.. We spend alot of time out and about duing the summer and most of the time my dogs go with. They LOVE being able to run, sniff, and play. When they are with us they are on a leash, so no worries being snatched, I dont mind people touching my dogs as long as they ask and the majority time they do.When they get tired,(which isnt very often) we carry them or we leave. Simple.. I dont laugh at people that own them, I just never really seen the purpose in them. Im glad the stroller works out for you..

[dtrahan511]

We have a stroller, and like others, use it a lot when we're in a big crowed and Sophie tuckers out!!!! She also gets a little overwhelmed if there are a lot of big dogs or children around, so it comes in very handy!!!! Besides, my daughter loves to push it around to get all the oohhs and aaahhhs from other little girls!!!! To each his own!

[KJLive]

I just purchased one a week ago and used it for the first time this weekend. I'm so glad I did! When it was only Sophie, I'd take her for a good 30-45 min. walk most mornings of the week (She weighs 8.4 lbs. and can easily handle this) But when Ivan came to live with us back in July, the daily walks stopped as Ivan couldn't go that far and cried when left behind. We had times we carried him, but Sophie never did get back to a 30-45 min. walk. Now we have our 2nd Biewer (3rd dog). I just attended our Specialty in Orlando and a stroller was being used there by an owner to transport several dogs to the show venue. It was an extrememly helfpul tool. With our Regional coming up in Reading, Pa. in March I decided to buy a stroller so that I can take ALL THREE dogs to the show. And not only that, Sophie is back to walking most days and is VERY happy while the other two ride in the stroller. I soon got over feeling "goofy" pushing it when I realized how great of a tool it is! I say go ahead and buy one. I bought a cheaper version off of ebay and figure if I find that I use it regularly then I will invest in a more expensive model.

[RoscoesMommy42]

Originally Posted by Cerise

OMG!!! I LOVE that plaid!!! Can I ask where did you find that one? It's so cute!!!

I ordered it from ebay. I had posted a thread when I first got it then others got it and everyone seems to be happy with it. The price was awesome too! I think it was $50, possibly $60 with shipping. I love that it has four safety hooks, cup holders, and storage underneath. I got the 3-wheeled one, but they also have a 4-wheeled one.