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Roccosmommy · 07-01-2011, 05:32 AM

... here is a pic of the two of them when they were about 5 months old:

KizzieKins · 07-01-2011, 11:00 PM

I also had a pekingese who was very very laid back and easy. She still loved to chase toys and play, but she was so self contained when I was busy unlike most other dogs I've owned. The only downside to her was the shedding.. during non-shedding months (winter mostly) her hair was thick but because she was so laid back she probably could go with a good brushing only once a week. However.. during high-shed months (here in california that meant 8-9 months of the year) I had to brush her daily or she would leave a cloud of fur everywhere she went. The only places she ever really matted was under her arms and behind her ears though..

I'd recommend the breed.. and maybe just keeping them clipped to lesson the grooming needs.

Baroness · 07-01-2011, 11:10 PM

I have a pom and a yorkie. My pom is stubborn and strong willed. He was hard to potty train (took 8 months), is attitudal which is semi-common for the breed, and takes a lot of grooming. (he is a silky versus a puffball) He can be frustrating to deal with and very independent. My yorkie is a ball of love muffin, he definitely has an attitude when he wants his way, needs a lot of grooming (even though he has short hair), and has endless energy. I'd say both kinds of dogs are a little much for what you are looking for. I'd suggest another breed, maybe a lab as they are very docile and sweet though not even close to a lapdog. My SIL has three shi-tzus and they are all tame and lap cuddlers...maybe some looking into that breed would be something worth while? Good luck to you.

TWUladybug · 07-02-2011, 10:49 AM

I have done state advocacy work for mental health consumers for many many years. I got into this type of advocacy work because I have three skin babies that are all mental health consumers. This being said, I would never encourage one of my kids to have their own Yorkie even though I have two of them that are around. My fourteen year old as a very small chihuhua that requires a lot less maintenance and care. I know the ladies in the organization I work with recommend a little more substantial dog. The chihuahua just happened to be mine, and when he decided to move in with his dad the dog grieved so bad that my ex-husband took her too.

Just my two cents for what it is worth. We all know how crucial it is for our YT to get emergency care. A bigger dog can handle a little more.

Princes mom · 07-02-2011, 11:11 AM

I hope you consider adopting/rescue. There are so many furbabies who need a good home. Here is a website of one one the ones here in GA. You probably have something similar in your state.
http://atlantapetrescue.org/our-pets/toy-dogs/

07-01-2011, 05:32 AM	#16
Roccosmommy Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,293	... here is a pic of the two of them when they were about 5 months old: Attached Thumbnails __________________ "The little furry buggers are just deep, deep wells you throw all your emotions into." ~ Bruce Schimmel

07-01-2011, 11:10 PM	#18
Baroness YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: San Antonio TX Posts: 350	I have a pom and a yorkie. My pom is stubborn and strong willed. He was hard to potty train (took 8 months), is attitudal which is semi-common for the breed, and takes a lot of grooming. (he is a silky versus a puffball) He can be frustrating to deal with and very independent. My yorkie is a ball of love muffin, he definitely has an attitude when he wants his way, needs a lot of grooming (even though he has short hair), and has endless energy. I'd say both kinds of dogs are a little much for what you are looking for. I'd suggest another breed, maybe a lab as they are very docile and sweet though not even close to a lapdog. My SIL has three shi-tzus and they are all tame and lap cuddlers...maybe some looking into that breed would be something worth while? Good luck to you. __________________ I 'ses my Teddie Monster

07-02-2011, 11:11 AM	#20
Princes mom YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Georgia Posts: 4,566	I hope you consider adopting/rescue. There are so many furbabies who need a good home. Here is a website of one one the ones here in GA. You probably have something similar in your state. http://atlantapetrescue.org/our-pets/toy-dogs/ __________________ Prince, rest in peace. We miss you and love you so much. Last edited by Princes mom; 07-02-2011 at 11:16 AM.

07-01-2011, 11:00 PM	#17
KizzieKins Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Sacramento CA Posts: 76	I also had a pekingese who was very very laid back and easy. She still loved to chase toys and play, but she was so self contained when I was busy unlike most other dogs I've owned. The only downside to her was the shedding.. during non-shedding months (winter mostly) her hair was thick but because she was so laid back she probably could go with a good brushing only once a week. However.. during high-shed months (here in california that meant 8-9 months of the year) I had to brush her daily or she would leave a cloud of fur everywhere she went. The only places she ever really matted was under her arms and behind her ears though.. I'd recommend the breed.. and maybe just keeping them clipped to lesson the grooming needs.

07-02-2011, 10:49 AM	#19
TWUladybug Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 65	I have done state advocacy work for mental health consumers for many many years. I got into this type of advocacy work because I have three skin babies that are all mental health consumers. This being said, I would never encourage one of my kids to have their own Yorkie even though I have two of them that are around. My fourteen year old as a very small chihuhua that requires a lot less maintenance and care. I know the ladies in the organization I work with recommend a little more substantial dog. The chihuahua just happened to be mine, and when he decided to move in with his dad the dog grieved so bad that my ex-husband took her too. Just my two cents for what it is worth. We all know how crucial it is for our YT to get emergency care. A bigger dog can handle a little more.