Want to be a good wife, but having some resentment. : (

[Britster]

Originally Posted by RoscoesMommy42

Thanks guys for the support. I know that I made a huge mistake not doing the research I should have done. With the yorkies I read, researched, and the learning never ends. I didn't follow my gut on the situation and I know that my husband just liked the idea of the big dog. Not sure if he has gotten a hard time from his friends or not when I come pushing the babies in the stroller at the ball field. LOL Maybe he felt he needed a big dog to make him look manly or something. Whatever the reason, I think we both agree that our home is better off staying a yorkie home for now. I feel like the breeders on here I got my babies from trusted me to be a good mommy and keep them safe and that is not living up to their expectations bringing another large dog in that could do them harm. It's early and haven't gotten to talk to the neighbor yet, but the fact that he wasn't in my backyard this morning might be a good sign. LOL I am really praying he is happy there. He wants a playmate and maybe there he can have one that can keep up with him. I'll let you guys know when I talk to him.

I'm glad the Husky will be happy. I hope it works out for you! Going into things too quickly can sometimes led to situations such as this.

Another thought -- why not a medium sized dog, or a gentler large dog? Australian Shepherd, Golden Retriever, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Sheltie, or a type of Spaniel. There's a TON of really good all friendly Retrievers up for adoption on petfinder all the time.

[lil louis]

Originally Posted by Ladymom

I don't blame you for being upset. Siberian Huskies have a very strong prey drive and are not good choices for home with small dogs and cats. This is especially a concern when you bring an adult dog into your home.

I can't imagine the tension in your household since you can't ever leave them alone unsupervised. I pray the new home for Prince works out.

That is completely true. My sister has a husky and she attacks every bird, rabbit, groundhog etc. that comes into her yard. Not to mention they shed A LOT! Hopefully everything works out with your neighbor. He obviously knows about the breed since he has one himself. You weren't doing anything wrong by trying to find a new home for Prince. You were protecting your little ones from being hurt acidentally.

[LuvmyYorkies2]

Sorry you are in a position to feel the way you do about him but it's understandable. It was still nice of you and you are a good wife to consider your husband's wants. A husky is just not the dog to bring in to a home shared with yorkies. The fact that he was rehomed a few times & is already an adult doesn't help either, poor baby..

There are several members & people who have been able to have a larger breed with their yorkies but as already stated, the larger breed has to be researched first to be sure it is a good fit. But you're like most of us & all animal lovers that it would have been hard to say no!

I hope the neighbor is able to take him, sounds like a good fit! You all can still even see him so that's good too! I hope it works out & your babies can go back to what they're used to! Good luck!

[Martini19]

just look at is this...if you guys wouldn't have taken the huskie...it probably wouldn't have found your nieghbor..and that may be the perfect home for him!!! So because of u guys...the dog was able to find its perfect home!!

[Infinniti]

(newbie here --wave--)

I have a sheltie along with our new yorkie. Now my sheltie is older, he is 9, and is smaller for his breed, less than 20 pounds, but I still have to watch him not to play too rough. When they both play fetch Jasper (sheltie) will plow over Satchmo (yorkie) to get to the ball first.

Jasper has TONS of energy still and he sheds sheds sheds (I do not have dust bunnies, I have dust dinosaurs and they have to be caught and herded to the garbage daily). I think it would be easier to have the yorkie first and sheltie second, simply because Jasper is so very eager to please, but we are all dealing well here. He didn't like the new baby at first but he was NEVER selfish - he shared toys, water, food and crate without being nasty - "treats" were his only cutoff (the puppy was NOT getting his ice cube - Jasper loves ice)

The below write up is RIGHT on the money if compared to my guy. He is very vocal (if you aren't used to it, it can be annoying) and he is busy herding all the time. Jasper is no stroller dog, but he travels well and thinks that anyone who can throw a tennis ball is his bff.
Shetland Sheepdog - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Good Luck with Prince and in finding a manly dog for your spouse!

Amy

[yorkieusa]

Originally Posted by RoscoesMommy42

I am trying to let them be together some. I guess I am just really scared that "Prince" may hurt one of them unintentionally. Lexington and Bentley have no fear of him and he just wants to play with them. It's just that they are 3 and 4 pounds and he is 60 that scares me. I think he sees them like one of his toys.

I would be afraid to ever leave them alone in the same area with him. Huskies really need to be in the country where they can have a wide range to run in. They require lots and lots of exercise and are famous for digging out of their pens and also I have read about them attacking small dogs as prey, so just be very careful.

[yorkieusa]

Originally Posted by RoscoesMommy42

Well, I don't know if it is meant to be, a sign, or what, but my neighbor's friend lives a few houses down and he was over and going on and on about how beautiful Prince is. I knew he had a husky also. He said if we decided to rehome him, let him know. Well, we talked to him, walked down to his house, let the dogs meet and they played like crazy. Guess he was really happy to play with a dog his own size. So he asked if it was ok for him to stay tonight and see how everything went with the two dogs. So he is there now. I really hope it works out since my husband and I could still see him all the time and we know the man really loves his dog and spoils him rotten. He will be able to be in the house and have a playmate his own size. I don't know if it is the best thing, but I am really trying hard to do the best thing for everyone. My furbabies are relaxed again and able to rule the roost like they are used too. I think this experience showed my husband that having just the little "prissy" dogs isn't so bad. lol He can just get a yorkie of his own! LOL Thank you so much to everyone who gave me their input and advice. I really hope that people don't look bad towards me for letting him go, I really and truly am just trying to do what's best for him and the other babies.

I just now saw this, so I think you will be very happy!

[RoscoesMommy42]

Well I just came home from school to find "Prince" returned to our backyard. : ( Apparently he used the bathroom in the house and I guess not much patience with accidents apparently. Now I don't know what to do. : ( He is such a sweet sweet dog. I had so prayed it would work. Now back at square 1 I guess.

[danyellm]

Awe im sorry it didnt work out.....
here is a link i found for a husky rescue in your state
Southeast Region Siberian Husky Rescue Groups

[misslissa]

[QUOTE=Infinniti;3156049](newbie here --wave--)

I have a sheltie along with our new yorkie. Now my sheltie is older, he is 9, and is smaller for his breed, less than 20 pounds, but I still have to watch him not to play too rough. When they both play fetch Jasper (sheltie) will plow over Satchmo (yorkie) to get to the ball first.

Jasper has TONS of energy still and he sheds sheds sheds (I do not have dust bunnies, I have dust dinosaurs and they have to be caught and herded to the garbage daily). I think it would be easier to have the yorkie first and sheltie second, simply because Jasper is so very eager to please, but we are all dealing well here. He didn't like the new baby at first but he was NEVER selfish - he shared toys, water, food and crate without being nasty - "treats" were his only cutoff (the puppy was NOT getting his ice cube - Jasper loves ice)
The below write up is RIGHT on the money if compared to my guy. He is very vocal (if you aren't used to it, it can be annoying) and he is busy herding all the time. Jasper is no stroller dog, but he travels well and thinks that anyone who can throw a tennis ball is his bff.
Shetland Sheepdog - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Good Luck with Prince and in finding a manly dog for your spouse!


a sheltie should not shed unless it gets wet. my grandmother breeds shelties and i have lived with them my whole life until i got my yorkie i think a sheltie would be a great idea but they still need exercise, a fair bit. the good thing with a shelties is you can get it as a pup and it will learn to heard your babies and will always be careful with them (what good is a herding dog if it kills the lambs) shelties wear made to have a very soft mouth so it would be a good match another dog you might think on is a Boston terrier or a pug most men find them manly and they are small enough to not be a problem however if you are looking for a larger dog you will have to get a puppy to make sure it is gentle with your dogs

[RoscoesMommy42]

Originally Posted by danyellm

Awe im sorry it didnt work out.....
here is a link i found for a husky rescue in your state
Southeast Region Siberian Husky Rescue Groups

I really appreciate this link. I am going to talk to my husband tonight about contacting them.

[RoscoesMommy42]

[quote=misslissa;3156708]

Originally Posted by Infinniti

(newbie here --wave--)

I have a sheltie along with our new yorkie. Now my sheltie is older, he is 9, and is smaller for his breed, less than 20 pounds, but I still have to watch him not to play too rough. When they both play fetch Jasper (sheltie) will plow over Satchmo (yorkie) to get to the ball first.

Jasper has TONS of energy still and he sheds sheds sheds (I do not have dust bunnies, I have dust dinosaurs and they have to be caught and herded to the garbage daily). I think it would be easier to have the yorkie first and sheltie second, simply because Jasper is so very eager to please, but we are all dealing well here. He didn't like the new baby at first but he was NEVER selfish - he shared toys, water, food and crate without being nasty - "treats" were his only cutoff (the puppy was NOT getting his ice cube - Jasper loves ice)
The below write up is RIGHT on the money if compared to my guy. He is very vocal (if you aren't used to it, it can be annoying) and he is busy herding all the time. Jasper is no stroller dog, but he travels well and thinks that anyone who can throw a tennis ball is his bff.
Shetland Sheepdog - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Good Luck with Prince and in finding a manly dog for your spouse!


a sheltie should not shed unless it gets wet. my grandmother breeds shelties and i have lived with them my whole life until i got my yorkie i think a sheltie would be a great idea but they still need exercise, a fair bit. the good thing with a shelties is you can get it as a pup and it will learn to heard your babies and will always be careful with them (what good is a herding dog if it kills the lambs) shelties wear made to have a very soft mouth so it would be a good match another dog you might think on is a Boston terrier or a pug most men find them manly and they are small enough to not be a problem however if you are looking for a larger dog you will have to get a puppy to make sure it is gentle with your dogs

Thanks to both of you for the info. : ) I know that before we even consider getting any other breed we will be researching a ton like we did with the yorkies. I will not alow him or me to jump into something again just cause he likes the look.

[yorkie_mama22]

[quote=RoscoesMommy42;3156712]

Originally Posted by misslissa

Thanks to both of you for the info. : ) I know that before we even consider getting any other breed we will be researching a ton like we did with the yorkies. I will not alow him or me to jump into something again just cause he likes the look.

I don't mean to attack you in any way but it seems as though you've went through quite a few dogs this year? Perhaps you should enjoy what you have and forget about adding dogs to your home. It's never good to be rehoming them often.


My hubby needed his "manly" dog too and I am sure some will think she is dangerous or a "bad"breed. She really is a good dog, only 40 lbs so she isn't huge. She does very well with the yorkies and lets them boss her around. As for keeping them seperate. I ALWAYS crate my big dog in a crate when we are not home and yorkies have free fun of the house. At night all 3 sleep in 1 crate together because they like too, and we've never had an issue.

Really think about it before you decide on another dog, the newness wore off and I am in charge of all 3 when I really didn't want a big dog! I swear I wanna get rid of her sometimes because bigger dogs = bigger clean ups lol

[RoscoesMommy42]

[quote=yorkie_mama22;3166203]

Originally Posted by RoscoesMommy42

I don't mean to attack you in any way but it seems as though you've went through quite a few dogs this year? Perhaps you should enjoy what you have and forget about adding dogs to your home. It's never good to be rehoming them often.

I do understand what you are saying. I rehomed Roscoe with my aunt that fell in love with him and spoils him rotten. Her dog died a few years back and she had never wanted to get another until she fell in love with him. I would not have done that with anyone else, but he was staying in the family and I could see him all the time. I really wanted everyone to be happy.
Karlee, I got when the owner was pretty desperate to find her a home. After getting her home, it was very apparent she had not been socialized with other dogs at all and was extremely aggressive. My mom and dad fell in love with her and after my mom retired she had became depressed and Karlee brought her out of that. They love each other so much and Karlee needs to be an only dog. We still try to socialize with the others, but it still isn't as good as we would like.
I honestly tried to do what I thought was best for everyone. I felt like they fit so well with these family members and that they filled a need each of them had. I hope that you don't think I'm a bad person or owner. I really love animals and want what is best for them. My husband and I have both agreed that he will be happy with the "sissy" babies and forget about the big dog issue. I do know that I jumped into this way too quickly and I regret that so much. I just want my husband happy just like I am with the yorkie babies.

[katienme2002]

I really have no good advice to offer. This would stress me out as well. I do wish you guys the best and keep us posted!