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Sigi · 06-05-2011, 03:20 PM

Hi, I don't have a Yorkie yet, but have started talks with a breeder. I've been reading a lot at YT and think this is a pretty cool board. Looking at everyone's pics gave me Yorkie fever, haha.

Anyway, I have a few questions. I have an 11 year old cat (who I've had since she was 12 weeks old). What would be the best way to go about introducing them to each other? She's a very mellow cat, just kind of wanders around looking for her next nap.

I'm also thinking of indoor potty training. I live in Alaska, and I've seen lots of toy dogs out and about, but I can't imagine making *my* dog go outside in the middle of January when it's oh-so-cold.

Does anyone here litter box train or use pee pads? I'm curious about your experiences. I'm open to outdoor training as well, just seriously considering indoor potty training.

What's the best way to prevent an onset of hypoglycemia? Do you feed on a schedule or leave food out all day?

I don't even have a dog yet and I'm already full of questions! I guess since I'm talking with a breeder it's getting closer to becoming a reality, I'm just excited!

kjc · 06-05-2011, 03:53 PM

Hi and Welcome to YT!

When I introduced my Yorkies to my cats, I bought a cat tree for the cats to be able to get up and away if they wanted to, and made sure they have other places to go where the Yorkies can't get to them. So far, so good.

I use washable peepads for overnight and when I go out, but during the day they go outside. I bought a doggy litter box, but they really don't care too much for the litter or the box.

Puppies over 12 weeks of age are less likely to develope hypoglycemia. Keep a tube of Nutrical in the house. Feeding on a schedule helps, as does leaving some kibble out. Also limiting playtime, scheduling naps and treats in between meals can help prevent it. Also know how much the puppy eats though....

Nothing like being prepared....

Check out the YT Library too for more info:

Puppy Care and Puppy Info Library - YorkieTalk.com Forums - Yorkshire Terrier Community

gidget529 · 06-05-2011, 04:14 PM

Hi. Welcome to YT! I use disposable pee pads. I x-pen trained mine to go on pee pad. Worked really well. It's nice, too, if you are away from home for a couple of hours, if the weather is bad, etc.

With my cat, I just gave her a kitty stand, also, and parts of the house she had access to that the dog did not. My yorkies have seemed to like cats, although they are like pesky little brothers and like to steal the cat's toys!

lexipoo · 06-05-2011, 04:24 PM

Hi and welcome to YT. Lexi is pee pad trained. It has worked out great for us as we take her everywhere we go and the pee pads too...LOL
It makes it nice in hotels as we don't have to take her out at night and when we visit friends don't seem to mind either. She learned so quickly..and it really is nice when it is bad outside. I bet you won't have any trouble with the kitty. Lexi loves cats....she has 2 friends that are cats

Nice to see you are doing your homework

never can be too prepared...LOL

tarczely · 06-05-2011, 04:30 PM

We have Axel he is going to be 2 in Sept. We pee pad trained on throw away (which I would recommend) and then we switched to the like hospital pads we have about 8 of them and have one in the living area one in the bedroom and one in the rec room. He does well with pee but not poop..but i got over it cause i have tried everything. And thank goodness he poops are not hard to pick up. So any suggestions out there ill take it. pm me.

good luck to you!

Perrella · 06-05-2011, 04:36 PM

Welcome aboard! It's a wonderful place with some of the most experienced and knowledgeable yorkie owners there is

. They so freely give their advise, direction and opinions.

Can't wait to see pictures of your little one.

alaskayorkie · 06-08-2011, 01:38 AM

Woohoo, another from Anchorage. Welcome to YT. I PM'd you more than you'd ever want to know. Hope you stick around so I have backup when people try to make fun of Alaskans

Gabs · 06-08-2011, 07:20 AM

Welcome! Can't wait to see pics! =)

susan lynn · 06-08-2011, 07:27 AM

Welcome lots of wonderful people here and great information. My dogs are trained for outdoors and indoors. The girls like the washable pads indoors.

Sigi · 06-08-2011, 03:39 PM

Thanks, everyone!

If all goes well, I should have my new li'l baby by Monday. We've got a list of names going, with a few favorites, but I think it'll take some time to see which name suits her best.

And thanks, AlaskaYorkie, for your very helpful pm!

Bentleys Momma · 06-08-2011, 04:00 PM

06-05-2011, 03:20 PM	#1
Sigi Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Anchorage, AK Posts: 35	New to YT Hi, I don't have a Yorkie yet, but have started talks with a breeder. I've been reading a lot at YT and think this is a pretty cool board. Looking at everyone's pics gave me Yorkie fever, haha. Anyway, I have a few questions. I have an 11 year old cat (who I've had since she was 12 weeks old). What would be the best way to go about introducing them to each other? She's a very mellow cat, just kind of wanders around looking for her next nap. I'm also thinking of indoor potty training. I live in Alaska, and I've seen lots of toy dogs out and about, but I can't imagine making my dog go outside in the middle of January when it's oh-so-cold. Does anyone here litter box train or use pee pads? I'm curious about your experiences. I'm open to outdoor training as well, just seriously considering indoor potty training. What's the best way to prevent an onset of hypoglycemia? Do you feed on a schedule or leave food out all day? I don't even have a dog yet and I'm already full of questions! I guess since I'm talking with a breeder it's getting closer to becoming a reality, I'm just excited!

06-05-2011, 03:53 PM	#2
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	Hi and Welcome to YT! When I introduced my Yorkies to my cats, I bought a cat tree for the cats to be able to get up and away if they wanted to, and made sure they have other places to go where the Yorkies can't get to them. So far, so good. I use washable peepads for overnight and when I go out, but during the day they go outside. I bought a doggy litter box, but they really don't care too much for the litter or the box. Puppies over 12 weeks of age are less likely to develope hypoglycemia. Keep a tube of Nutrical in the house. Feeding on a schedule helps, as does leaving some kibble out. Also limiting playtime, scheduling naps and treats in between meals can help prevent it. Also know how much the puppy eats though.... Nothing like being prepared.... Check out the YT Library too for more info: Puppy Care and Puppy Info Library - YorkieTalk.com Forums - Yorkshire Terrier Community __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

06-05-2011, 04:14 PM	#3
gidget529 Gidget & Sidney's Mom Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: PA Posts: 3,462	Hi. Welcome to YT! I use disposable pee pads. I x-pen trained mine to go on pee pad. Worked really well. It's nice, too, if you are away from home for a couple of hours, if the weather is bad, etc. With my cat, I just gave her a kitty stand, also, and parts of the house she had access to that the dog did not. My yorkies have seemed to like cats, although they are like pesky little brothers and like to steal the cat's toys! __________________ Mommy to Gidget, Sidney & Cricket(RIP)

06-05-2011, 04:24 PM	#4
lexipoo Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 1,892	Hi and welcome to YT. Lexi is pee pad trained. It has worked out great for us as we take her everywhere we go and the pee pads too...LOL It makes it nice in hotels as we don't have to take her out at night and when we visit friends don't seem to mind either. She learned so quickly..and it really is nice when it is bad outside. I bet you won't have any trouble with the kitty. Lexi loves cats....she has 2 friends that are cats Nice to see you are doing your homework never can be too prepared...LOL __________________ _____________________________ HUGS ~ Cheryl & Lexi

06-05-2011, 04:36 PM	#6
Perrella Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: VA Posts: 8,040	Welcome aboard! It's a wonderful place with some of the most experienced and knowledgeable yorkie owners there is . They so freely give their advise, direction and opinions. Can't wait to see pictures of your little one. __________________ Tena & Zhoie Sweet Little Miracle

06-05-2011, 04:30 PM	#5
tarczely YT Addict Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: dallas, ga Posts: 457 Blog Entries: 2	We have Axel he is going to be 2 in Sept. We pee pad trained on throw away (which I would recommend) and then we switched to the like hospital pads we have about 8 of them and have one in the living area one in the bedroom and one in the rec room. He does well with pee but not poop..but i got over it cause i have tried everything. And thank goodness he poops are not hard to pick up. So any suggestions out there ill take it. pm me. good luck to you!

06-08-2011, 01:38 AM	#7
alaskayorkie Banning Thread Dictator Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Anchorage Posts: 30,843 Blog Entries: 57	Woohoo, another from Anchorage. Welcome to YT. I PM'd you more than you'd ever want to know. Hope you stick around so I have backup when people try to make fun of Alaskans __________________ Mike ~ Doting Dad to Jillie, Harper, Molly, Cooper, Eddie (RIP), Lucy (RIP), Rusty (RIP) and Jack (RIP). Check us out on YouTube

06-08-2011, 07:20 AM	#8
Gabs Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Louisa, KY, USA Posts: 139	Welcome! Can't wait to see pics! =)

06-08-2011, 07:27 AM	#9
susan lynn Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Georgia Posts: 3,262	Welcome lots of wonderful people here and great information. My dogs are trained for outdoors and indoors. The girls like the washable pads indoors. __________________ SUSAN : TESSIE : HOBBES :CALVIN :SASSY There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face! ~ Ben Williams

06-08-2011, 03:39 PM	#10
Sigi Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Anchorage, AK Posts: 35	Thanks, everyone! If all goes well, I should have my new li'l baby by Monday. We've got a list of names going, with a few favorites, but I think it'll take some time to see which name suits her best. And thanks, AlaskaYorkie, for your very helpful pm!

06-08-2011, 04:00 PM	#11
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