I feel like I'm coming apart here..

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by nikkipoop

I've considered rescuing one but it's hard to find one in Chicago.. Plus I am so afraid if his/her vet bills are out of my range money-wise. I don't want to put her/him through more trouble..
The only thing I talked about to my boyfriend was maybe getting a puppy when we start living together. You know, so it'll give us both some time and we can both be there for him.

I understand your concerns, but keep your eyes open. There are healthy, young Yorkies -- not necessarily puppies -- that come along who need homes. Earlier this year, I came across 2 gorgeous, healthy boys, 1 year old, that the rescue was asking only $300 for the pair. Sure, their genetic history was not available, so there would be some risk. The only reason I passed on taking them was I only wanted 1 dog.

Your other option, if you decide with your bf that you want a dog again, is to start talking with good breeders/exhibitors. They often hold puppies until they are older and then decide that they should go to pet homes. You can find some great deals on beautiful, healthy Yorkies that way.

[nikkipoop]

Originally Posted by Maximo

I understand your concerns, but keep your eyes open. There are healthy, young Yorkies -- not necessarily puppies -- that come along who need homes. Earlier this year, I came across 2 gorgeous, healthy boys, 1 year old, that the rescue was asking only $300 for the pair. Sure, their genetic history was not available, so there would be some risk. The only reason I passed on taking them was I only wanted 1 dog.

Your other option, if you decide with your bf that you want a dog again, is to start talking with good breeders/exhibitors. They often hold puppies until they are older and then decide that they should go to pet homes. You can find some great deals on beautiful, healthy Yorkies that way.

Thank you.. This is all very useful info.. I just need to find some breeders around Chicago.. Which scares me just because I find every breeder suspicious. Maybe I should find other yorkie owners around my area? Not to buy right away, just to keep in touch with..

[Lee B]

First of all, you will NEVER be able to replace Lexi. NEVER. So you don't even try.

You find another pup.

Nothing helps fill the hole in your heart, or removes the tears from your cheeks, better or faster than a new pup. The pup needs a home and you need a pup. The pup will not take the place of Lexi - no one or nothing will - but your heart will expand to welcome and make room for the new pup.

It will be the best thing you do. If you really love animals, you can't walk away from a pup. Your heart will warm, your arms will open, and smiles (and even laughter!) will return to your home.

The new pup is not a replacement: it's an addition.

[livingdustmops]

This is me...just me...never rush to get another dog...because as other people have said you can't replace Lexi and I have seen people rush out and then compare all the time. I could see they never really bonded with the new dog either...I think of my little ones as human so I would never rush out to get a love one that has passed. In your heart you will know when you can see a new puppy as that new dog and not as Lexi...

Remember this is just me and I have always had more than one so it makes a difference when you have other little ones to take your pain away..

[nikkipoop]

Originally Posted by livingdustmops

This is me...just me...never rush to get another dog...because as other people have said you can't replace Lexi and I have seen people rush out and then compare all the time. I could see they never really bonded with the new dog either...I think of my little ones as human so I would never rush out to get a love one that has passed. In your heart you will know when you can see a new puppy as that new dog and not as Lexi...

Remember this is just me and I have always had more than one so it makes a difference when you have other little ones to take your pain away..

Thank you for the advice. I really really appreciate it..

[Rhetts_mama]

Originally Posted by nikkipoop

She was the first dog I ever got to really meet and take care of. I think about her so much.. I just want to know if the stuff I'm doing now is helping or hurting me..

There is no right or wrong way to grieve. If looking up things on the internet makes YOU feel good while you are doing it, then do it. If not, stop.

When you and your boyfriend are both ready to bring another dog in to your home, you can find young yorkies that need rehoming on petfinder.com. Depending on the rescue, the fees may range from $50 up to a couple of hundred dollars. I know some rescues go directly to breeders and get the puppies that have become "too old" to sell to pet stores (usually around 4 months of age...)

[livingdustmops]

You will know...Hugs for you and your loss...I know how much it hurts and society can be cruel about "its just a dog"...no, it is more than that...it is part of your soul...but one day the hurt will go away and you will remember her with only smiles...

[manolos mom]

Time will help heal your Heart.

[mzw00dy]

Grieve, be open for a new furbaby, since I lost Fizz this week, I have looked at all sites for Yorkies too...it has been part of my healing. It will surly be a while. The next dog will be an individual...not a replacement. When it is rightyou will know. That is how it was as a kid, and we finally had a dog follow my brother home about 6 months after we lost Mitzie. Mom and my brothers loved her , not a a replacement, just as a new family member. I never knew that Dog as I had gone into the military...but she was part of the family at home.

[Thomas J]

I am so very sorry for your loss..and the pain you are in.
I lost my 'Woody' earlier this month. He would have been 13 this month. Me nor my daughter could go to work or school that day. It was horrible...just horrible.

I think when I got Thomas I had Woody in the back of my mind. His age..etc..knowing he didn't have many years left..

Thomas has not taken the place of Woody..he never will. But I do think he has helped a lot with the healing.

I hope your heart starts to heal soon..and you find a special baby to give all of that love to.

[beader]

Lots of yorkies on petfinder in Chicago maybe there is something there and it wouldn't be to much money.
I lost a dog in Feb and I got Cooper right after that. I thought it was to soon but my sister talked me in to it and he has been the best for healing. Cooper has licked many of my tears and has taken over my heart.

[nikkipoop]

Originally Posted by beader

Lots of yorkies on petfinder in Chicago maybe there is something there and it wouldn't be to much money.
I lost a dog in Feb and I got Cooper right after that. I thought it was to soon but my sister talked me in to it and he has been the best for healing. Cooper has licked many of my tears and has taken over my heart.

I've looked through petfinder and Chicago classified. I was actually tempted to see some lady who had 4 pups, but she never called back for a visit.. Which is totally understandable since I don't have the money..

[beader]

Look at this little girl owner had to many dogs sad
Adoptable Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie: POLLY- 2yrs. Old: Petfinder
only 2 yrs old

[MomToPenny]

So sorry about your loss! It's ok to be sad, we as mere humans can't help but be sad when part of our family is gone. Just remember that time heals all wounds. Just keep an eye out and one day when you least expect it, you'll find another Yorkie who needs some love and a good home. He/she will never ever replace Lexi but he/she will help make your heart even bigger and life fuller. Sometimes we have to wait for the right moment (which is so frustrating!!) Hang in there!

[megansmomma]

Hey their neighbor I know that it is hard to grieve for Lexi and everyone grieves differently. My husband works in the city and gives me Yorkie reports almost daily so I know what you mean about seeing so many on the streets and how hard that must be for you. All that I can tell you is from my own experience you will know when it is time. Lexi was a part of your life with your Bf that will always be there and it will be memories that one day will make you smile instead of cry. When it is time to bring a little boy home and into your lives you will know it in your heart. You can never replace Lexi but you can add a new chapter to your lives when you are both ready. Hang in there. You just never know what might come up that could bring an unexpected change to your life In the mean time, keep researching, learning and educating yourself and of course save your money so that you are well prepared when that time comes.