Didnt ever think I would say this...

[NatNatt]

no....I have posted before this is my first dog. I have had cats but cats are totally different and THIIS IS WHY IM HERE....because I want advice because it is my first pup!

[topknot]

Originally Posted by NatNatt

no....I have posted before this is my first dog. I have had cats but cats are totally different and THIIS IS WHY IM HERE....because I want advice because it is my first pup!

Okay, that explains it. I somehow missed your post about it being your first dog. Remember this is a dog too and not a real baby, even though shhhhh.. we think they are our babies. There are some great book out there... yes, reading. But there are actually better books out there than DVDs on training and raising a puppy. I like the book and no pun intended, Yorkies For Dummies" - http://www.amazon.com/Yorkshire-Terr...der_0764568809 . It is basic and cuts to the chase. But this is just the first book you could get and it is easy reading. The better one is The Complete Yorkshire Terrier, by Gordon and Bennett. And then A New Owner's Guide to Yorkshire Terriers by Janet Jackson.

[red98vett]

Originally Posted by NatNatt

no....I have posted before this is my first dog. I have had cats but cats are totally different and THIIS IS WHY IM HERE....because I want advice because it is my first pup!

Once you weed thru the tons of replies you get - you're getting some good advise - people really are here to help...

I hate to repeat myself but don't expect things to happen overnight and don't push him to do things you want - he's just too young

lots of these guys can take up to 1 year or more to train and some really never do - It's hard to have a yorkie puppy while working full time.

I was lucky .....one trained in 2 weeks - and Cheri my youngest took 11 months.....that was years ago before I started working full time - so you never know. You just have to do what works for you and be consistent

[BellaDonna]

I don't have any idea how old you are, most of us probably guess that your young because of your questions and lack of experience with dogs. By the time people are in their 30's they usually have some experience but your age isn't important to me.

Your statement on not being able to get info from the Dog Whisperer doesn't make sense to me. A dog is a dog first and foremost. Yes there are some things that differ from small breeds to large breeds but all in all they are a species and even though I have only Chihuahua's and Yorkies I have learned a ton from that show. You should be able to pick up many helpful nuggets in training there.

My point to you in my post was to be open and honest with yourself and your feelings and decide if a tiny puppy is the right thing for you at this point in your life. From what you said about getting married in a few months it may be that a dog isn't right for you right now. What happens to the dog when you go on a honeymoon? Once married will you still have the time and inclination to give time to the dog? These are just concerns and none of us can know what is in your heart but if you already are feeling stressed by this cute puppy, what are you going to be like when it is a matted ball of hair that needs medical attention or training?

You have another post going about running and running with DJ. My opinion on that is that as a runner you would probably be better off with a larger dog that could challenge you as a runner and keep up with you. A tiny puppy like DJ should not be asked to run a mile trying to keep up with you right now. Of course this is just my opinion but I assume you want opinions and suggestions or you wouldn't ask.

If you ever decide to re-home DJ there are other ways of being around dogs and learning all about them before you get another one. I use to volunteer at the Humane Society. I did lots of cleaning, walking, and even overnight visits. That way you help a homeless dog and also learn about all sorts of dogs and dog issues. I bet your humane society would be happy to let you come out and take a larger dog for a nice run.

Like I said before I want the best for DJ and the best thing for DJ is that you know and recognize what is the best thing for both of you.

[DerbyLayne]

Originally Posted by topknot

Have you ever had a dog as an adult before? Just curious then. I was breeding (to nice champions) and showing yorkies in my early twentys. So I am just having a hard time understanding why you make the decisions you have made. Not saying bad of you - just food for thought for others why it is so important to research before buying, research the breed well, and make careful decisions to not put a dog in harms way. These babies are so young and depend on us so much to protect them.

While I think the OP doesn't have much common sense when it comes to caring for a small puppy, I do want to say that sometimes- without any experience (or positive experience) with dogs - people can be loving parents to Yorkies.

I was very honest about to the OP about what my feelings were in the few nights of being a new puppy mom. It was hell, I'm not going to lie but with experience you get better.

This site has helped me so much, and I think NatNAtt should be very greatful for the positive feedback.

[red98vett]

Originally Posted by DerbyLayne

While I think the OP doesn't have much common sense when it comes to caring for a small puppy, I do want to say that sometimes- without any experience (or positive experience) with dogs - people can be loving parents to Yorkies.

I was very honest about to the OP about what my feelings were in the few nights of being a new puppy mom. It was hell, I'm not going to lie but with experience you get better.

This site has helped me so much, and I think NatNAtt should be very greatful for the positive feedback.

awww - shows every one is different I LOVED those days and hardly slept but in a good way -

My husband and I had a cocker spaniel together (Tessa) and while she was tiny when we got her - she was way easier to train (cept for the chewing)

My Chanel trained in 2 weeks - Cheri 11 months but still - there's nothing like a new puppy in the house.....I wouldn't trade the first weeks for anything....loved it....and I do miss it

[DerbyLayne]

Originally Posted by red98vett

awww - shows every one is different I LOVED those days and hardly slept but in a good way -

I miss how cute and small Derby was as a puppy, but I do not miss the incessant whining and crying at night, taking him outside to pee every 3-4 hours, or cleaning up the accidents in his bed/crate, or the issues walking him, and I have never forgotten the smell of dog puke and diareah or him chewing up everything... I think I was most scared when he got his first cold, and I thought he was dying. I was crying. My husband was trying to comfort me, but I was mess. I was up everytime he sneezed or that sound of the choking when he reversed sneezed. IT scared the crap out of me!

He's still technically a puppy at 9 months old, but he's an older puppy now. He sleeps through the night. He doesn't have accidents, and he lets me know when he as to go out ... Now my biggest worry is getting him to listen to me, because he listens to my husband and basically laughs in my face. When I am out with him, people look at me like I Can't control my own dog! it's embarassing. It's getting better though.

I'm just being honest, because some of us have a really hard time with the puppy stage. I found it really challenging, but you stick with it- you learn as you go- and it gets better.

I guess I'm lucky because I am very cautious. I came to Yorkietalk for all my answers before I did anything! I would never think of pushing him too far before YT gave me the a-ok. I'm so paranoid of killing my dog or something. lol

This board is so knowledgeable, why would I go to anyone else??

[red98vett]

Originally Posted by DerbyLayne

I miss how cute and small Derby was as a puppy, but I do not miss the incessant whining and crying at night, taking him outside to pee every 3-4 hours, or cleaning up the accidents in his bed/crate, or the issues walking him, and I have never forgotten the smell of dog puke and diareah or him chewing up everything... I think I was most scared when he got his first cold, and I thought he was dying. I was crying. My husband was trying to comfort me, but I was mess. I was up everytime he sneezed or that sound of the choking when he reversed sneezed. IT scared the crap out of me!

He's still technically a puppy at 9 months old, but he's an older puppy now. He sleeps through the night. He doesn't have accidents, and he lets me know when he as to go out ... Now my biggest worry is getting him to listen to me, because he listens to my husband and basically laughs in my face. When I am out with him, people look at me like I Can't control my own dog! it's embarassing. It's getting better though.

I'm just being honest, because some of us have a really hard time with the puppy stage. I found it really challenging, but you stick with it- you learn as you go- and it gets better.

I guess I'm lucky because I am very cautious. I came to Yorkietalk for all my answers before I did anything! I would never think of pushing him too far before YT gave me the a-ok. I'm so paranoid of killing my dog or something. lol

This board is so knowledgeable, why would I go to anyone else??

Man I relate so much to that reverse sneezing - I still remember that first time and thought Chanel was choking and could die - I was in tears - called my vet asap and learned how to control it - you just reminded me of the not so fun stuff

[DerbyLayne]

ps.

I can't imagine being the new mom to a 1 pound dog. I think I would cry every single day, because I would be so scared of causing it harm. I would never let him/her go. I would treat it like a premature infant. I'd be at the vets constantly worrying about something.

I am really thankful that Derby is the size that he is, and although we never expected him to be 12 pounds? I am thankful that he is as sturdy and strong as he is. It reassures me that he is ok.

I remember when he was smaller and I was scared he would break his legs getting on and off the couch.

[DerbyLayne]

Originally Posted by red98vett

Man I relate so much to that reverse sneezing - I still remember that first time and thought Chanel was choking and could die - I was in tears - called my vet asap and learned how to control it - you just reminded me of the not so fun stuff

I have a feeling I am going to be an overprotective/anxious mother and will be just as anxious until my human baby is like 4-5 months old.

I was born at 1 pound 5 ounces, and I can't imagine what my mom was going through worrying about me.

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by DerbyLayne

I have a feeling I am going to be an overprotective/anxious mother and will be just as anxious until my human baby is like 4-5 months old.

I was born at 1 pound 5 ounces, and I can't imagine what my mom was going through worrying about me.

Oh dear. My last litter I had a 2 oz pup born......I panicked then, I can imagine having a human baby born weighing less than that.

[JeanieK]

Originally Posted by Mardelin

Oh dear. My last litter I had a 2 oz pup born......I panicked then, I can imagine having a human baby born weighing less than that.

She is talking pounds not ounces.

But that is still extremely small for a human baby. I can't imagine.

That is smaller than NatNats puppy.