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AllDogBoots · 05-06-2010, 09:20 AM

Cooper will be 2 the end of May. He's a Morkie and I brought him home when he was 2 months old. I think i want another dog.

I'd like another Morkie, or Yorkie as I feel I'm familiar with the breed. Cooper is an "only child" right now and I'm not sure what kind of social issues could develop. He seems to love little dogs (he's 9 pounds, so anything smaller). However, he's the light of my life and seems to be truly happy and I certainly don't want to disrupt that.

I would sincerely appreciate any opinions, tips or any stories about bringing home a second dog and how things worked out.

Cerise · 05-06-2010, 10:53 AM

I have no answers for you. Cerise is an only child and I wish you the best of luck

I would think it's a B when that yearning for a new

baby starts. I pray that I don't get it because I'll be a nervous wreck thinking about what she will do to me if I bring in another

baby into her palace

This is off the subject... how is New Orleans for vacationing with a Yorkie? I have been thinking about going there with Cerise next month for a four day trip.

AllDogBoots · 05-06-2010, 10:55 AM

i just moved to Louisiana last year. I'm about 30 minutes north of New Orleans and I've never taken Cooper there. I'm afraid I'm not much help either!

Sarathegreat3 · 05-06-2010, 11:17 AM

I fell you! Tucker is a little over 3 years and his little baby sister comes home in about 2 weeks. So I can get back to you then

. Tucker is such a momma's boy and an attention hog so I am a little worried. Do you have any friends with small dogs? Try a weekend trial run! That what we did ( my friends dog was actually mean too) he was another little yorkie Tucker was actually happy. I know you cant really compare that to having a dog in your house for good but you will get the jist

I think if you have a boy a girl will be a good answer. I am presonally really looking forward to it!

AllDogBoots · 05-06-2010, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Sarathegreat3

I fell you! Tucker is a little over 3 years and his little baby sister comes home in about 2 weeks. So I can get back to you then

. Tucker is such a momma's boy and an attention hog so I am a little worried. Do you have any friends with small dogs? Try a weekend trial run! That what we did ( my friends dog was actually mean too) he was another little yorkie Tucker was actually happy. I know you cant really compare that to having a dog in your house for good but you will get the jist

I think if you have a boy a girl will be a good answer. I am presonally really looking forward to it!

I don't really have any friends that have dogs. I'm more than willling 2 wait weeks go get information re: your experience! You think a male dog with a female dog??

Sarathegreat3 · 05-06-2010, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by AllDogBoots

I don't really have any friends that have dogs. I'm more than willling 2 wait weeks go get information re: your experience! You think a male dog with a female dog??

ya i truly do as long as they are fixed. I would ask a breeder though I am just a dog lover. I was having this problem and I was told that they will keep each other in line that way lol

I can fil you in how it is when i get her. Tucker has always loved cats but I hate them(anything that sheds does not step foot in our place). I was going to get a hair less cat but bf refused, so we decided on another little girl. I am so worried about traveling with one more. We love to travel and Tucker loves it. I hope the little girl does not get car sick and such. Sorry about my rant just thinking about everything.

diane boden · 05-06-2010, 11:36 AM

We added our second [Rosie] when Alfie was 10 months old and it was a great success, we've just added out third [chihuahua puppy this time] and its admitedly taken a little longer for the adjustment to take place. Rosie was mostly curious but suspicious and Alfie would grumble at her constantly for two days then gradually over a week they got used to her presence and now two weeks on shes just as crazy as they are. It means theres always some-one to play with it two are active but the other wants to rest. Not sure if they're particularly good role models though as they're teaching her so many bad yorkie things, but her potty training is comming along great as she follows them outside and copies them.

rumdust · 05-06-2010, 11:37 AM

My yorkie came into the house with a dog all ready here. However I have a friend who got her yorkie from the same breeder and he is a only dog. He comes over and is all to happy to have that company. I think that yorkies are just generally happy to have a companion (as long as its not a cat lol)

Ringo1 · 05-06-2010, 11:37 AM

Everyone told us (vet and breeder) that male/female makes the best combination for novice mutiple dog households. But they would need to be neutered/spayed.

Cerise · 05-06-2010, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by AllDogBoots

i just moved to Louisiana last year. I'm about 30 minutes north of New Orleans and I've never taken Cooper there. I'm afraid I'm not much help either!

LOL!!!

Okay

AllDogBoots · 05-09-2010, 06:33 PM

Cooper's birthday is 5/27 and I'm getting more and more serious about getting him a sister. Oh gosh, any other "bringing a second dog home" experiences would be really helpful! So far i think i need a female dog as Cooper is male.

yorkie_mama22 · 05-09-2010, 06:40 PM

I think girl and boy make a great combo! I got Lola and already had a medium breed dog in the house, she had no choice put to settle in. At last she was scared but eventually claimed queen position

After months and months of having the two I decided another yorkie would be a terrific idea for Lola to have a buddy! So for Christmas we got Zach and he is just the best thing that happen to us! Our dog family is complete! Lola and Zach are best of friends and I don't think they would know what to do without each other

LilMissy · 05-09-2010, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by AllDogBoots

Cooper's birthday is 5/27 and I'm getting more and more serious about getting him a sister. Oh gosh, any other "bringing a second dog home" experiences would be really helpful! So far i think i need a female dog as Cooper is male.

Getting a second yorkie was the best decision that I ever made! When you see them yorkie wrestling, tug o' waring with toys, playing chase, and cuddling. You KNOW that you made the right decision. I was unsure, like you are now...because Missy really was/is the apple of my eye. Dora is the perfect companion for Missy though. They do everything together, and they still both love their Mommy the most.

I really don't think that you can go wrong with getting another. Plus, they keep each other company while you are away.

Chevy2 · 05-09-2010, 06:42 PM

It's a good age in my opinion to bring a new one home. I BRIEFLY entertained the idea of getting two new ones but quickly dismissed it bcs I wanted to soak up ALL of Precious. But maybe in a year or two I'll adopt a rescue.

mjharpst · 05-09-2010, 06:44 PM

Roxie was the only child for 2 1/2 years. My husband surprised us with Ryder and although he wasnt what I expected he has a special place within our family. It took sometime for Roxie to adjust to the changes but since having Ryder we also added another and it has been a great experience!

05-06-2010, 09:20 AM	#1
AllDogBoots Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 7,984	I think I want another dog - questions Cooper will be 2 the end of May. He's a Morkie and I brought him home when he was 2 months old. I think i want another dog. I'd like another Morkie, or Yorkie as I feel I'm familiar with the breed. Cooper is an "only child" right now and I'm not sure what kind of social issues could develop. He seems to love little dogs (he's 9 pounds, so anything smaller). However, he's the light of my life and seems to be truly happy and I certainly don't want to disrupt that. I would sincerely appreciate any opinions, tips or any stories about bringing home a second dog and how things worked out. __________________ I'm Karen - Devoted Mama to the Drama Boyz - Cooper & Max www.alldogboots.com Last edited by AllDogBoots; 05-06-2010 at 09:21 AM. Reason: grammar

05-06-2010, 10:53 AM	#2
Cerise Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,601	I have no answers for you. Cerise is an only child and I wish you the best of luck I would think it's a B when that yearning for a new baby starts. I pray that I don't get it because I'll be a nervous wreck thinking about what she will do to me if I bring in another baby into her palace This is off the subject... how is New Orleans for vacationing with a Yorkie? I have been thinking about going there with Cerise next month for a four day trip. __________________ life with my Cerise

05-06-2010, 10:55 AM	#3
AllDogBoots Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 7,984	i just moved to Louisiana last year. I'm about 30 minutes north of New Orleans and I've never taken Cooper there. I'm afraid I'm not much help either! __________________ I'm Karen - Devoted Mama to the Drama Boyz - Cooper & Max www.alldogboots.com

05-06-2010, 11:17 AM	#4
Sarathegreat3 YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA Posts: 379	I fell you! Tucker is a little over 3 years and his little baby sister comes home in about 2 weeks. So I can get back to you then . Tucker is such a momma's boy and an attention hog so I am a little worried. Do you have any friends with small dogs? Try a weekend trial run! That what we did ( my friends dog was actually mean too) he was another little yorkie Tucker was actually happy. I know you cant really compare that to having a dog in your house for good but you will get the jist I think if you have a boy a girl will be a good answer. I am presonally really looking forward to it! __________________ Sara &The Mighty Tucker && Little Baby Roxy Girl

05-09-2010, 06:33 PM	#11
AllDogBoots Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Delray Beach, FL Posts: 7,984	Cooper's birthday is 5/27 and I'm getting more and more serious about getting him a sister. Oh gosh, any other "bringing a second dog home" experiences would be really helpful! So far i think i need a female dog as Cooper is male. __________________ I'm Karen - Devoted Mama to the Drama Boyz - Cooper & Max www.alldogboots.com

05-06-2010, 11:36 AM	#7
diane boden YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: england Posts: 676 Blog Entries: 23	We added our second [Rosie] when Alfie was 10 months old and it was a great success, we've just added out third [chihuahua puppy this time] and its admitedly taken a little longer for the adjustment to take place. Rosie was mostly curious but suspicious and Alfie would grumble at her constantly for two days then gradually over a week they got used to her presence and now two weeks on shes just as crazy as they are. It means theres always some-one to play with it two are active but the other wants to rest. Not sure if they're particularly good role models though as they're teaching her so many bad yorkie things, but her potty training is comming along great as she follows them outside and copies them.

05-06-2010, 11:37 AM	#8
rumdust YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: port hadlock washington Posts: 8	My yorkie came into the house with a dog all ready here. However I have a friend who got her yorkie from the same breeder and he is a only dog. He comes over and is all to happy to have that company. I think that yorkies are just generally happy to have a companion (as long as its not a cat lol)

05-06-2010, 11:37 AM	#9
Ringo1 Ringo (1) and Lucy too! Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: On the Edge of Glory Posts: 3,447	Everyone told us (vet and breeder) that male/female makes the best combination for novice mutiple dog households. But they would need to be neutered/spayed.

05-09-2010, 06:40 PM	#12
yorkie_mama22 Currently Suspended! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 2,275	I think girl and boy make a great combo! I got Lola and already had a medium breed dog in the house, she had no choice put to settle in. At last she was scared but eventually claimed queen position After months and months of having the two I decided another yorkie would be a terrific idea for Lola to have a buddy! So for Christmas we got Zach and he is just the best thing that happen to us! Our dog family is complete! Lola and Zach are best of friends and I don't think they would know what to do without each other

05-09-2010, 06:42 PM	#14
Chevy2 Donating YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Lake Charles, La, United States Posts: 325	It's a good age in my opinion to bring a new one home. I BRIEFLY entertained the idea of getting two new ones but quickly dismissed it bcs I wanted to soak up ALL of Precious. But maybe in a year or two I'll adopt a rescue. __________________ Mom to 3 skin-kids and one furbaby SAHM and full time photographer

05-09-2010, 06:44 PM	#15
mjharpst YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,061	Roxie was the only child for 2 1/2 years. My husband surprised us with Ryder and although he wasnt what I expected he has a special place within our family. It took sometime for Roxie to adjust to the changes but since having Ryder we also added another and it has been a great experience! __________________ Meagan Ryder, Roxie, & Prince