So, I may need your support!

[bamawife]

I found out today about a 4 year old male yorkie that the owners were looking to give away. To make a long story short, the yorkie belonged to this couples adult daughter, originally. They volunteered to take him to help her out. She decided she didn't want him back. They are an older couple and like to travel. They told me he has bad separation anxiety. Well, I told them I wanted him. The lady told me to let her check with her daughter to make sure it was okay and to call her back. I called her back and was told that yes I could have him. I am supposed to get him Thursday morning. I am hoping that I made the right decision!!! I just didn't want this little boy to end up in the "wrong hands". I don't necessarily need another pet at this time but am willing to take him and possibly find him another home. Did I make the right decision? So many people here don't have fenced in yards, etc....I was just scared that someone would get him and use him for stud service only. After that thought I was thinking back yard breeder, puppy mill, etc....and I do not want that to happen! I know that he will be taken good care of here but I am so attached to my little Raley! What if Raley doesn't bond with this new baby? If you have some advice I am ALL ears!

Thank you!!!!

[miabellaamoure]

As far as you have the dogs best interest in mind then I commend your efforts. If you do not have the means to properly take care of this Yorkie, financially able to add another pet to your household, afford neuter, vaccinations, etc then I highly recommend that you surrender him to a reputable breedspecific rescue group.

Keep us posted & best of luck to you!

[2Morkies]

That is sad that the daughter just decided she didn't want him anymore...I can't imagine thinking that way
I think you are doing the right thing. You're right...he could get placed in the wrong hands. I would have way too many dogs if I had a big back yard. If he has seperation anxiety, do you think he will become attached to you and then have to go to another home?.....or do you think you will keep him? Either way...he'll at least be with people who will love him forever and take good care of him.

[bamawife]

Thank you! I don't know if he has been neutered. If he hasn't I will definitely be doing that. I am more afraid of taking in a 4 year old not knowing if he is what the owner said...and if separation anxiety is the only problem. My husband is home all day and so he would have plenty of company! I think I just worry more about taking 2 furbabies with us when we travel, etc...having the one is a piece of cake. He is kennel trained and refuses to ride unless he is kenneled. When we stay overnight at my son's or brother's he sleeps in his kennel....very well behaved. I am so nervous that this little boy has had no training. I also think it boils down to me being nervous about taking him in altogether. I feel like I'm rambling. I just could not imagine someone giving a yorkie away to "anybody". If it turns out that he doesn't work out here I will keep him until I find the right person to take him.

[bamawife]

Originally Posted by 2Morkies

That is sad that the daughter just decided she didn't want him anymore...I can't imagine thinking that way
I think you are doing the right thing. You're right...he could get placed in the wrong hands. I would have way too many dogs if I had a big back yard. If he has seperation anxiety, do you think he will become attached to you and then have to go to another home?.....or do you think you will keep him? Either way...he'll at least be with people who will love him forever and take good care of him.

My husband mentioned this same thing about attachment. I know for a fact that if we get attached he will be staying right here! My husband has always picked up strays and cared for them. I told him one time a couple of years ago that if he brought home one more stray I'd choke him!! lol Seriously, he will take them in and get them healthy and then find good homes for them. I'm really nervous about taking in a 4 year old. I only have experience in raising pets from puppies...not getting them when they are adults.

[AllDogBoots]

I can't offer much advice, but I too commend you for trying to rescue this dog. I bet it's the right thing. Good for you. It sounds like he could use a little love and your family seems like you can offer that.

[Wrenee4]

I think it is perfect that you got him! You know what people should do for a yorkie and it is true if he is not fixed who knows what hands he would end up in You did a great thing!!! Even if you end up not keeping him I know you can find the perfect home!

[bamawife]

Originally Posted by Wrenee4

I think it is perfect that you got him! You know what people should do for a yorkie and it is true if he is not fixed who knows what hands he would end up in You did a great thing!!! Even if you end up not keeping him I know you can find the perfect home!

Thank you for the support. I really don't think I'll have a hard time finding him a new home if I decide to do so. Right now I just want to get him away from them. Is that being selfish?? I don't think so.

[christiers]

I applaud your kind and thoughtful heart. As for traveling with one or two....we travel at least once a year from NJ to Bama...a good 15-16 hour ride. We travel with 3. Definitely adds to our travel-time, but it is so very worth it!!

Good luck with the entire situation.

[Ringo1]

Thank you for taking him on! I hope he gets along great with your dog but, if not, you can count on YT for some support there too.

[bamawife]

Originally Posted by christiers

I applaud your kind and thoughtful heart. As for traveling with one or two....we travel at least once a year from NJ to Bama...a good 15-16 hour ride. We travel with 3. Definitely adds to our travel-time, but it is so very worth it!!

Good luck with the entire situation.

I have made the trip from Bama to PA several times in my life.....so I know what you're talking about. I feel like I'm expecting another "baby"...and worrying about how to care for 2 babies instead of an only child! LOL My kids are grown so the little one I currently have, Raley, is my baby!!

[lucyaboo]

I think it's great that you are taking the little one!!
Give your Raley time to warm up to the new baby. I got Pebbles, she was 9 mths when Lucy was 4 yrs old. It took atleast a month or so for Lucy to warm up to Pebs & now they love each other so much & have so much fun playing together.

[fifeandshaffer]

hi my situation is a little dif but i thought i would share and maybe it would help. I have had shaffer since he was a puppy he is now 6 i got fife at the same time they were buds shaffer loved fife and fife loved shaf,, shaffer had anxiety when left alone but was ok if left with fife, well i needed to put fife to sleep 2 weeks back. not sure who missed fife more me or shaf,, anyway i wanted to foster but it didnt work out, I was on yt and a member sent me a pm with a dog that was avail on craigslist, i sent the owner an email on 4th of july, she said sure you can have him come over, i said omg do i really want a dog this quick should i shouldnt i,, i went back and forth 500x in 1 hour, I said well i know ill do right by the dog even if i dont keep him,, he was not fixed so i knew i would do that get him all fixed up and a new home if needed, well he is a joy, my heart is missing a huge part after fife died, and part of it will always be but he is helping mend it, My shaffer wasnt sure at 1st but was really nice to him let him eat his chewwy take his toys didnt care of he took hsi treat shaffer didnt want to sit near him, until a little while ago but he is trying. I say go get the dog even if to make sure you know you will get him what he needs and a new forever home if that is what you decide.

[AbbysMom08]

I too think it is a great thing you are doing for this little guy.
I hope all goes well and it sounds like he will be in a loving home.
Please keep us posted.

[Rachael x]

I cant believe the daughter could just decide one day that she didnt want him, thats terrible.. I am a firm believer that a dog is for life and NOT just until the novelty wares off!
Anyway yes I think you are doing the right thing and it's really kind of you because as you say he could end up in the wrong hands which would be terrible.
These people want to get rid of him ASAP by the sounds of it so I doubt they will take the time to make sure he is going to a good home, so this puppy is lucky that you are taking him on.
The yorky you have at the minute will take time to get used to the new pooch, but even if you decide you cannot keep him it is good that he will be with someone who cares who he goes to.
Good luck x