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LvLaila · 11-01-2005, 07:48 AM

I think it is great to socialize Yorkie's with larger dogs, but very carefully and with an attentive eye. I wanted to post a warning to watch the dogs food bowls. My uncle has 2 pom's and a golden/lab mix. Last month one of the pom's, who usually gets along great with the larger dog, snuck into the garage and started eating the larger dogs food. The usually timid dog went crazy and grabbed the pom in his mouth and threw it. Unfortunately, the pom did not survive and my Uncle's family is devistated. I too don't want to scare you, but would feel worse if something happened and you had not been warned of the possible dangers. Dogs will be dogs, and like stated earlier - they have instincts that they will act on.

My dog, Laila, loves all dogs - but I am very cautious and watchful. It is always the dog you least expect that will go after your pup. My friend has a pitt-bull who is great w/ Laila (I am super duper cautious and always stand about 3 feet from her at all times just in case - I am aware of the pitt nature). My other friend has the laziest bulldog you have ever met. I have never seen him run or anything, lol - but I put Laila on the floor the other day about 20 feet from him and he just took off toward her. I couldn't believe it - I scooped her up w/ plenty of time to spare, but had never seen the bulldog move so fast in my entire life! Just use caution and be overprotective before under.

Good luck - I hope this information helps!

Ciera's mom · 11-01-2005, 08:00 AM

We also have a golden, but I havn't had the guts to let Cody and Ciera play together. I have taken Ciera to the fence and let her touch noses with Cody and Ciera acts like she wants nothing to do with him. I would like to know when would be a good time to let them get to know each other? The real reason I havn't yet is because Cody is just two years old and he is really rowdy still and I have to watch him with my son too because he doesn't want anything but to be loved and petted, but he doesn't really know what too rough is and he rubs up against Hunter to be petted and knocks him down and then he wants to lick him to death which terrifies Hunter. What should I do??

Toffee · 11-01-2005, 08:02 AM

I have a 75lb golden retriever and a 3lb yorkie and the golden is like a big brother to Toffee. He lets him have his way all he time and they even play together. I think it's a great idea! Hope it turns out well and keep us updated!

LilLilly · 11-01-2005, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Ciera's mom

We also have a golden, but I havn't had the guts to let Cody and Ciera play together. I have taken Ciera to the fence and let her touch noses with Cody and Ciera acts like she wants nothing to do with him. I would like to know when would be a good time to let them get to know each other? The real reason I havn't yet is because Cody is just two years old and he is really rowdy still and I have to watch him with my son too because he doesn't want anything but to be loved and petted, but he doesn't really know what too rough is and he rubs up against Hunter to be petted and knocks him down and then he wants to lick him to death which terrifies Hunter. What should I do??

I think you should do what I am going to do- slowly get them used to eachother. Mine are going to be separated all day while I am at work, and when I get home, I will let them lose only in the rooms I am in. It seems as though everyone on here has a golden (or some other big dog) and a yorkie. It sounds like, for the most part, it is positive pair. AS LONG AS YOU MONITOR at the beginning...or forever if need be. It is nice to have both types of dogs. It is almost like how people have cats and little dogs. If a cat wanted to, it could kill a yorkie with one swoop. But that doesn't stop people from having one big happy family. Just start slow. But I don't think you should wait too long or they will suffer from not socializing with eachother....which could make jealousy an issue.
Everyone here has been so supportive of my situation with having a golden and a yorkie. I am happy with my decision- thanks to all of you!!!!!

cajungal · 11-01-2005, 08:25 AM

My aunt and uncle own 2 Pekinese that are only 8 pounds. And a Golden Retriever. The Golden Retriever (Sebastian) is very loving and protective over the 2 Pekinese (Cheez and Chong). Once a big dog got in their yard, and Sebastian chased them away trying to protect the little guys. He never tries to hurt them and is real gentle when playing with them.

shecass · 11-01-2005, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by LilLilly

I have a 1 year old female yorkie (Lilly) who is almost 6 lbs. My mother has a 1 year old female golden retriever who is fully trained. She wouldn't hurt a fly. She is the sweetest dog i have ever met. I am going to adopt her from my mother. Do you think they will get along? Is it difficult for a big dog and a little dog to be sisters?

They will be great together. We have an 85lb chocolate lab and she and our yorkies get along great.

11-01-2005, 07:48 AM	#16
LvLaila YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Virginia Posts: 266	Watch Food I think it is great to socialize Yorkie's with larger dogs, but very carefully and with an attentive eye. I wanted to post a warning to watch the dogs food bowls. My uncle has 2 pom's and a golden/lab mix. Last month one of the pom's, who usually gets along great with the larger dog, snuck into the garage and started eating the larger dogs food. The usually timid dog went crazy and grabbed the pom in his mouth and threw it. Unfortunately, the pom did not survive and my Uncle's family is devistated. I too don't want to scare you, but would feel worse if something happened and you had not been warned of the possible dangers. Dogs will be dogs, and like stated earlier - they have instincts that they will act on. My dog, Laila, loves all dogs - but I am very cautious and watchful. It is always the dog you least expect that will go after your pup. My friend has a pitt-bull who is great w/ Laila (I am super duper cautious and always stand about 3 feet from her at all times just in case - I am aware of the pitt nature). My other friend has the laziest bulldog you have ever met. I have never seen him run or anything, lol - but I put Laila on the floor the other day about 20 feet from him and he just took off toward her. I couldn't believe it - I scooped her up w/ plenty of time to spare, but had never seen the bulldog move so fast in my entire life! Just use caution and be overprotective before under. Good luck - I hope this information helps! __________________ Love my Little Laila! Last edited by LvLaila; 11-01-2005 at 07:51 AM.

11-01-2005, 08:00 AM	#17
Ciera's mom Donating YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 485	We also have a golden, but I havn't had the guts to let Cody and Ciera play together. I have taken Ciera to the fence and let her touch noses with Cody and Ciera acts like she wants nothing to do with him. I would like to know when would be a good time to let them get to know each other? The real reason I havn't yet is because Cody is just two years old and he is really rowdy still and I have to watch him with my son too because he doesn't want anything but to be loved and petted, but he doesn't really know what too rough is and he rubs up against Hunter to be petted and knocks him down and then he wants to lick him to death which terrifies Hunter. What should I do?? __________________ Ciera Chloe

11-01-2005, 08:02 AM	#18
Toffee Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: NY Posts: 123	I have a 75lb golden retriever and a 3lb yorkie and the golden is like a big brother to Toffee. He lets him have his way all he time and they even play together. I think it's a great idea! Hope it turns out well and keep us updated!

11-01-2005, 08:25 AM	#20
cajungal YT Addict Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Schriever, Louisiana Posts: 404	My aunt and uncle own 2 Pekinese that are only 8 pounds. And a Golden Retriever. The Golden Retriever (Sebastian) is very loving and protective over the 2 Pekinese (Cheez and Chong). Once a big dog got in their yard, and Sebastian chased them away trying to protect the little guys. He never tries to hurt them and is real gentle when playing with them.