New Baby or Not Dear Readers: On April 2, 2010 I lost my little 13 1/2 year old Princess (whom by the way was a Rescue). I already had a male that I had had since he was 10 weeks old. They immediately bonded with each other. Every morning and night they would wash each other's faces. They absolutely were inseparable, until I lost her. They were together for 6 1/2 years. Her little body had been so abused (having so many puppies) that it just started shutting down. Rudy and I have been so lost without that little 4lb girl. He now does not want me out of his sight. He used to be the independent one - he wasn't a lap dog but wanted to be beside you touching you while he lay there. If I get up, he gets up, if I walk to the bathroom, so does he. AND when I leave, it is so pitiful. He looks like he has lost his best friend (which he literally has). When I return, his little face is so wet. I know I want to get another Yorkie but do I get a puppy or an older one. (He is now 11 1/2 years old). Do you think he can/will tolerate a puppy? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you Yorkie Baby Mom (Sherri) and Rudy |
I am so sorry for you loss. It's terribly hard on us when they have to leave, isn't it. My Boo grieved hard for Annie B when she left. I was blessed to be able to bring a puppy into our home within a few weeks. Boo gave her the cold shoulder for the first day or two. But Gracie Ruth quickly won him over with her tom-girl charm. Boo was 5 when Gracie Ruth joined us. But I'd be concerned that at Rudy's age the none stop antics of a puppy may be too much for him. Perhaps an 'older' young dog would fit in better. One that's between 1-3 years. Still young enough to have that youthful enthusiasm, but old enough to not be puppy hyper. Good luck with your search, keep us posted. :) |
Well first I want to say I am sorry for the loss of your little furbaby..I would definetly get another yorkie!! The only advice I have is: I have seen younger pups brought into the family and they actually made the older pups live longer...The older one became more livelier!!! I hope this helps!! Good luck!! |
Aw that is tough one to try to answer. Only you know how much he can handle right now and how warm his disposition would be toward a new puppy. If you are up to a new puppy and that is what YOU want, I'd say go ahead. He might be a daddy to the little one. If YOU want an older rescue, there are lots that have been raised around other doggies and like the companionship of another. |
I am so sorry for your lost and I wish you the best in your decision! |
Awe that's so sad! Have you thought about a 1 yr. old so the pup is still young but not too young? It's such a tough situation but it sounds like this poor little baby is just missing his friend. :( |
I am so sorry for your loss! Callie |
hey im sorry for your loss. i too loss my wee cassie in jan she was 9 years old we also have her sister poppy which she was heartbroken when cassie died she loss her sister plus a friend. we left it for 3 months and poppy was still sad and down. so we made the choice to find a yorkie pup from a good breeder. we have chloe shes 9 weeks old now and poppy does like her but i think it will take long for poppy to get on with chloe coz she very crazy dog and doesnt know when to leave her alone. once the pup stages goes i hopeful that she will calm down. but its down to you causes you know your wee yorkie and im sure he would get on with a pup. let us know how you get on. |
I agree with whoever said maybe a young adult would be a good fit with Rudy. My 17 week old pup could drive him mad. She never slows down and is all rough and tumble. He might get irritated with that action. |
I am sorry to hear if your loss and poor little Rudy. I would probably get one that was through the young puppy stage so as not to overwhelm Rudy. |
I am sorry to hear if your loss and poor little Rudy. I would probably get one that was through the young puppy stage so as not to overwhelm Rudy. |
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