Armani needs SOMETHING...I just don't know what?!? - YorkieTalk.com Forums

KDeneau71009 · 03-31-2010, 10:40 PM

I'm in the Belleville area (Michigan) and my little Armani needs a friend =( He's not that social AT ALL! I'm the only person he will come to & he spends most of his time trying to find me or laying on me. It's kind of depressing! I wish he would get up & play but he just won't! So i was thinking maybe a play date would really do wonders for him? Or does anyone have any suggestions? He's only 6 months old! I thought he would be in to everything & exploring...but he just doesn't.....the ONLY time he will leave me is to eat or do his business THAT'S IT!!! I don't want him to be so unsocial!

MI Yorkielover · 04-01-2010, 02:38 AM

Sophie would love a playdate but we're in Grand Haven, (on Lake Michigan half way up the state)....not sure where you are. If you're ever up this way give us a shout

You might try to post this on the Great Lakes regional YT forum.

yorkielover4lif · 04-01-2010, 03:02 AM

lol, I've been debating about posting a Michigan meetup somewhere

MI Yorkielover · 04-01-2010, 06:17 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkielover4lif

lol, I've been debating about posting a Michigan meetup somewhere

That would be fun.

ARCHIE · 04-01-2010, 06:25 AM

What about puppy classes in your area? He get's to meet new friends
and so do you. Plus he get's some behavorial training as well.
Killing three stones here at the sametime.

ReesiesDad · 04-01-2010, 06:33 AM

Reesie's only buddy is Cindy and Cindy goes places that I wouldn't turn Reesie loose in. She met the groomer's Yorkie a couple months ago and all she did was growl, so I've been looking for ways to get her socialized, too. She has an appointment with the groomer later today so we'll see how that goes. Lots of puppies there right now!

KDeneau71009 · 04-01-2010, 07:56 AM

UGH...Grand Haven is FAR from me..darnit! I would have LOVED for Armani to have a buddy! But you never know, maybe one day we will be out that way?!! I'm in Washtenaw County..it's pretty low on the hand lol

If you do a get together in Michigan, count me & Armani in! Seriously lol he NEEDS it! Plus i would LOVE to go...i've never been to one =)

And I have thought about taking him to Petco...but the last time I was there they only had big dogs and since Armani's accident(I sat on him

) i've tried to be extra careful with him & right now the thought of a big dog stepping on him scares me! so i'm trying to find smaller dogs for him to play with and I have NO ONE around me who has a smaller dog!

MI Yorkielover · 04-01-2010, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by KDeneau71009

UGH...Grand Haven is FAR from me..darnit! I would have LOVED for Armani to have a buddy! But you never know, maybe one day we will be out that way?!! I'm in Washtenaw County..it's pretty low on the hand lol

Well, here is an offical invite

Take a drive over to the west coast for the day when the weather is nice and we can picnic on the beach with Armani and Sophie. They can run, play & get to know each other.

shodanusmc · 04-01-2010, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by ARCHIE

What about puppy classes in your area? He get's to meet new friends
and so do you. Plus he get's some behavorial training as well.
Killing three stones here at the sametime.

Exactly! Get him involved in classes....socialization and fun stuff. What about some basic Ovedience training, and then some Agility classes.

Wait until he is several years old before you train him in Personal Protection and Weight pulling!

teacup0819 · 04-01-2010, 08:24 AM

I wish I could help, but I think New York is a bit too far for a playdate...

Pixie Girl · 04-01-2010, 08:32 AM

I'm also on the West side of Michigan in the Grand Rapids area. I took Pixie to puppy classes at Petsmart and the only other puppy in the class was a Doberman and Pixie was a little standoffish at first but warmed up to him very fast. It did help with the social and she loves to see other people and dogs now. Pixie is 19 months old.

cslat1 · 04-01-2010, 10:00 AM

Have you thought about checking online for Yorkie meetups near your area? It is a great way to introduce your pup to other dogs and people. Just walk around for awhile until everyone feels comfortable. My friend's Yorkie likes the people rather than the dogs at times. I'm sure both of you would have a good time.

If your dog is still afraid try it again. My dog was bitten by a Silky that was off leash last year at a garden center. She is so afraid of other dogs now except for her one friend. I have been taking her to the meet-ups. She is slowly getting better. It will take time for her. I have to be patient. Check it out..

03-31-2010, 10:40 PM	#1
KDeneau71009 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 30	Armani needs SOMETHING...I just don't know what?!? I'm in the Belleville area (Michigan) and my little Armani needs a friend =( He's not that social AT ALL! I'm the only person he will come to & he spends most of his time trying to find me or laying on me. It's kind of depressing! I wish he would get up & play but he just won't! So i was thinking maybe a play date would really do wonders for him? Or does anyone have any suggestions? He's only 6 months old! I thought he would be in to everything & exploring...but he just doesn't.....the ONLY time he will leave me is to eat or do his business THAT'S IT!!! I don't want him to be so unsocial!

04-01-2010, 02:38 AM	#2
MI Yorkielover Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Michigan USA Posts: 3,317	Sophie would love a playdate but we're in Grand Haven, (on Lake Michigan half way up the state)....not sure where you are. If you're ever up this way give us a shout You might try to post this on the Great Lakes regional YT forum. __________________ Jackie Loves Sophie R.I.P ."Baby"* our little girl 1993-2009*

04-01-2010, 03:02 AM	#3
yorkielover4lif YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 287	lol lol, I've been debating about posting a Michigan meetup somewhere __________________ Angie, "my yorkies are my life"! Tigger Precious EssieSirTeetaaBooger Kitty

04-01-2010, 08:24 AM	#10
teacup0819 ♥Luv my Trixie Belle♥ Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 3,010	I wish I could help, but I think New York is a bit too far for a playdate... __________________ RIP Biscuit My heart belongs to Trixie

04-01-2010, 08:32 AM	#11
Pixie Girl YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Byron Center Posts: 515	I'm also on the West side of Michigan in the Grand Rapids area. I took Pixie to puppy classes at Petsmart and the only other puppy in the class was a Doberman and Pixie was a little standoffish at first but warmed up to him very fast. It did help with the social and she loves to see other people and dogs now. Pixie is 19 months old. __________________ Pixie Girl & Pixie Dust Last edited by Pixie Girl; 04-01-2010 at 08:34 AM.

04-01-2010, 06:25 AM	#5
ARCHIE No Longer A Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 16,218	What about puppy classes in your area? He get's to meet new friends and so do you. Plus he get's some behavorial training as well. Killing three stones here at the sametime.

04-01-2010, 06:33 AM	#6
ReesiesDad YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Armada, Michigan Posts: 387	Reesie's only buddy is Cindy and Cindy goes places that I wouldn't turn Reesie loose in. She met the groomer's Yorkie a couple months ago and all she did was growl, so I've been looking for ways to get her socialized, too. She has an appointment with the groomer later today so we'll see how that goes. Lots of puppies there right now!

04-01-2010, 07:56 AM	#7
KDeneau71009 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 30	UGH...Grand Haven is FAR from me..darnit! I would have LOVED for Armani to have a buddy! But you never know, maybe one day we will be out that way?!! I'm in Washtenaw County..it's pretty low on the hand lol If you do a get together in Michigan, count me & Armani in! Seriously lol he NEEDS it! Plus i would LOVE to go...i've never been to one =) And I have thought about taking him to Petco...but the last time I was there they only had big dogs and since Armani's accident(I sat on him ) i've tried to be extra careful with him & right now the thought of a big dog stepping on him scares me! so i'm trying to find smaller dogs for him to play with and I have NO ONE around me who has a smaller dog!

04-01-2010, 10:00 AM	#12
cslat1 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Citrus Heights, California USA Posts: 1,315	Yorkie Meet-Up? Have you thought about checking online for Yorkie meetups near your area? It is a great way to introduce your pup to other dogs and people. Just walk around for awhile until everyone feels comfortable. My friend's Yorkie likes the people rather than the dogs at times. I'm sure both of you would have a good time. If your dog is still afraid try it again. My dog was bitten by a Silky that was off leash last year at a garden center. She is so afraid of other dogs now except for her one friend. I have been taking her to the meet-ups. She is slowly getting better. It will take time for her. I have to be patient. Check it out.. __________________ Carol & Calleigh Proud member of YAP, THE PINK CLUB,The Spoiled Rotten Club,The Crazy Club Welcome Waggin' Last edited by cslat1; 04-01-2010 at 10:02 AM.