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Hi!-Looking to get a Yorkie soon! So I'm not a cat person. And right now I'm living with my husband and two cats. (We got them after we moved in together.) And I just..I miss having a pet and I haven't really connected with them. (I grew up with dogs.) So we've decided when we're done with the house buying thing we're getting me a puppy. Based on the fact that we have two female cats and a host of other things we've decided that the Yorkshire Terrier is the best breed for us and that we need a male puppy. I don't want to support an unethical breeder so I've been looking at rescues but...I dunno. I just don't know if we're going to be able to find THE ONE. I'm discouraged. Help? |
You will find great info on here. Often you'll hear of babies needing new homes. Also, the breeders on here have wonderful advice. Be patient and wait for the right one. :) Check specific forums...such as rescues... or homes needed... |
I flipped through there and I feel a little better. I just...I see the cats cuddling up with my husband and I miss that. (I had family dogs as a child.) I want that back and I just miss having a furry friend to greet me and to love on. (I'm just...SO not a cat person.) One thing that knocks us out with some rescues is that our cats aren't fixed. I would fix any puppy that I got and I don't like the fact that the cats aren't fixed but ultimately they're my husband's babies and he's just not comfortable with it. |
Hi and welcome to YT. Getting a rescue dog is a wonderful thing, you are giving that pup another chance at a happy life :) Im sure you will find THE ONE, as soon as you see him you will know. Good luck in your search :) |
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It's good to wait until after you settle into your new home, cause for sure puppies require a lot of time and attention, and Yorkies sometimes can be hard to housetrain. :p I wish you luck in your search and Welcome to YT |
Welcome to YT!! I know this site and the people on it will be soo helpful to you! I've learned so much in just the short time I've been on here and I hope you find the right yorkie for you!! Best of luck and keep us updated!!! :D |
Hi – Welcome to YT and congratulations on your decision to be “owned” by a Yorkie. My Bridget was a rescue from an Amish Puppy Mill. I got her when she was 12 weeks old and has been the “light of my life” for the last 6 months. I think that since she was rescued so young – we didn’t have to deal with any emotional issues that she could have been subjected to if she had lived there longer. The one thing that we are dealing with is the lack of knowledge of exactly what her background is. Which is something you have with a “good breeder”. The initial cost of adoption her was considerably less than I would have spent had I gotten her from a good breeder, but in the long run I believe the final amount will be more. She has been diagnosed with LP grade 2-3, which hopefully won’t need surgery – but we don’t know that. After being a member here for the past few months I’ve learned that a good breeder will stand behind his/her puppies (because he/she has taken all the steps to breed the best possible puppy that he/she can) and if something is found after you bring your new baby home – you have some options. (talk about a run-on sentence!) I wouldn’t trade Bridget for anything – and no amount of money would be too much to be ensure she lives the best life I can give her…(I have Care Credit…haha – got it the day I picked her up). But it is something to think about when deciding to adopt a rescue. Personally – I would do it again, because I think that those who have had a rough start deserve the best possible life. I am not looking to show, and definitely not breed, which is one of the reasons I chose to rescue – but that is certainly not to say that I wouldn’t in the future purchase from a breeder who felt I was qualified to adopt one of his/her babies. Bridget just came along when I needed her and she needed me…..fate made us a team! Good luck in your search – you have come to a wonderful place for leaning, caring, and lots of opinions. All are given with a lot of love for a wonderful breed from a lot of parents "owned" by Yorkies!!! (hope this all made sense) |
Be sure to know your cats temperment, some don't take to kindly to having an adorable puppy invade their space...Good luck in your search, people on here have a ton of helpful information and I'm sure they'll help you out! |
We bought our first dog from a breeder on the internet- we have been paying for that mistake for 9 years.(we love our Lucy but she's not healthy) Last summer my son and I visited quite a few local"breeders".we learned a lot, the best being to say "no, thank you." Once we saw our Ziva and where she was raised and the difference in the dogs we knew it was right. When my vet asked where we got her (impressed) he said the problem is most people aren't able to say no to a puppy.I'd say look until its right and be willing to wait. |
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Welcome to YT! Good luck with your search:) |
Rescue Why are you not interested in rescuing a Yorkie? There are hundreds of Yorkie's needing forever homes.......... Don't add to the pet overpopulation by buying one from a breeder. |
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:confused: Where did she say she's not interested in a rescue? Hey, I'm all for getting one from a rescue and not buying from byb's/petstores but why do so many of you think that it's your place to tell people to get a rescue? They're NOT for everyone!!! :rolleyes: God Bless the people who do get them but don't make others feel bad if they don't or can't! :mad: |
I totally agree. When I came here to learn about yorkies before buying, seemed like everyone was shoving rescue down my throat. It got very annoying. Don't get me wrong, I am all for rescue! However, no rescues around me would let me because I had two children under 10 yrs at that time. Anyway..... OP....be patient....you will find your baby! Good luck!:) Quote:
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Welcome to YT. Just go slow, do a little reading. It will happen when the time is right. The puppy needs to be the one thats right for your family. Talk to some local breeders, most will be more than willing to answer all you questions. Pick you breeder first then pick a pup. This way you already know the person who is going to help shape your future babies personality and temperament. There is a lot of information on this sight about questions to ask, so that you can be more knowledgeable when you speak t breeders. Please just take a little time and and do a little reading, it can save you a lot of pain and expense down the road. Good luck in your search. |
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I agree. I think it is a wonderful thing if you can find one and rescue. But please don't make us feel bad for not... I love my little Harley, we decided to go with a breeder for many reasons. There just weren't any small dogs in our area (I called all over the whole province and found one with very special needs and couldn't afford to support him)... and I didn't want to wait. Good luck finding your baby! I think it's great you want to rescue! |
I love my Yorkie. They are the ideal breed for people who have allergies. |
This past weekend my daughter got an absolutely beautiful & sweet 2 yo Yorkie girl on Petfinders. She was from a rescue from a breeder in Alabama and had at least 1 litter by c-section. She is a total love, so you can get wonderful rescues. |
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I'm just saying that not everyone is qualified or wants to adopt a rescue and shouldn't have it shoved down their throat if they decide otherwise. I applaud people who rescue and foster but it's not something that "everyone" can do. :) |
WELCOME TO YT!!! I commend you for coming on and finding us before making a purchase. There is just so much to learn and this is the place to do it!! :D I'm glad to see you're open to rescues, there are so many out there that deserve a second chance at a happy life. You can also find great information here about what to look for in a breeder. Someone local, who doesn't sell "teacup" yorkies or mixed breeds, as well as what questions to ask. There are also lots of threads you should read as a prospective puppy parent. They go in detail as to what to look out for. It's great you have the time to sort these things out. If you need help with anything, feel free to ask and anyone will help. :) Quote:
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Welcome to yt! we have two senior cats and three yorkies, they get along so well:thumbup: take your time, the perfect little one be there with you, before you know it ;) |
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