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09-03-2012, 07:21 PM | #16 | |
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09-04-2012, 07:55 AM | #17 | |
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Don't think that just because the pup is small that it's very much easier than a large breed. What will you do when your new little guy starts chewing up all the furniture and cabinets in your house; or when he lifts his leg on everything horizontal; or she whines throughout the night and nobody can get any sleep; or she's soiled your carpeting so badly that you must throw it away? I've had both large and small dogs. The one big difference is that large breeds eat greater amounts of food. That's it. Be prepared for a whole lot of extra work for YOU! No matter how 'ready' your daughter is to help, most of the work will fall on your shoulders. And you'll be amazed at how quickly the novelty of a new pup wears off for kids. You have to devote a great deal of time to a new pup. And the real question is: Do YOU have the time to give right now? It you want something that's easy to keep (and low cost), I'd suggest a kitten. Best wishes with whatever you decide. Tracey Last edited by luvlee; 09-04-2012 at 08:00 AM. | |
09-04-2012, 08:05 AM | #18 |
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09-04-2012, 08:58 AM | #19 | |
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If you ever have to take the dog to an emergency vet they usually ask for a $1500 deposit. I add this because if you get a free dog and run into an emergency issue you aren't going to be able to afford that either. Your heart might be in the right place but I would recommend waiting and create a dog fund, when you get a few grand in it, start looking for your free dog. There aren't many rescues that give free dogs so even then it will cost you. | |
09-04-2012, 09:01 AM | #20 | |
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Just because someone does not want to spend or have the money for a $1,000.00 dog does not mean they will not spend money for vet treatment when necessary. I did not want to spend big bucks when I got Lola but most people would tell you it's not because I could not afford to it's because I choose not to. I would venture to say that most people that care about their pets find the money somehow to treat them regardless if they got them for free or spent $1,500.00 on them. I get the impression from your posts that you are not a rich person yet I know you have always managed to find the funds to take care of Callie, so why would the OP be any different than you.
__________________ Lola my amazing little yorkie-pom Donna Last edited by DBlain; 09-04-2012 at 09:04 AM. | |
09-04-2012, 09:08 AM | #21 | |
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09-04-2012, 09:09 AM | #22 |
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09-04-2012, 09:10 AM | #23 | |
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09-04-2012, 09:12 AM | #24 | |
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09-04-2012, 10:24 AM | #25 | |
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However, a puppy from a reputable breeder will more likely than not be better cared for, genetically tested, and developed with an eye toward breeding to the most appropriate Yorkie standards. I agree that price does not necessarily equal quality. But if I'm going to put my money anywhere, it would be in the reputation of the breeder - that's really all we can go on. My son has cancer. I did a lot of searching before I found Lucy. I explained to my breeder that I wanted to "hedge my bets" and purchase the best pup I could afford in the hopes that she'd remain healthy. He laughed at me and said, "There's no absolute perfect health guaranty, but I know my yorkies." That's probably the closest to a guaranty that I'm going to get. So, while spending lots of $$$ doesn't mean you get a healthy pup, wisely spending $$$ may just mean you're less likely to get a sick pup. My 2 cents... Last edited by luvlee; 09-04-2012 at 10:29 AM. | |
09-04-2012, 10:57 AM | #26 | |
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I can't help but speak out on behalf of people that have adopted dogs from shelters that have lived long and healthy lives. And for the thousands of dogs waiting to get adopted. I am not even sure why the OP posted here, because she never said she found a Yorkie puppy or was looking for a purebred show looking yorkie, she is just looking for a puppy that will not cost an arm and a leg. Perhaps if it is so risky to adopt from a shelter then why should they even exist, perhaps all the dogs should be immediately put down because there is a risk they might have a health problem in the future. After being on YT and reading the sick and injured section I sure read a lot about yorkies that cost a lot of money that wound up with things like CT, AAI, really bad knees and so forth. Yes if you can it's good to go with a breeder that health tests, but don't be fooled you can still wind up with problems. If one wants to be 100% sure they will have a dog with no health issues they should get a stuffed animal. For every expensive yorkie out there, there are probably 5 x's as many healthy pound puppies. I am sorry but blanket statements like "if your wanting a healthy puppy that is not going to be sick its going to cost at least $1,000" just put me over the edge because I know this is not true.
__________________ Lola my amazing little yorkie-pom Donna Last edited by DBlain; 09-04-2012 at 11:01 AM. | |
09-04-2012, 11:00 AM | #27 | |
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09-04-2012, 11:15 AM | #28 | |
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09-04-2012, 11:22 AM | #29 | |
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09-04-2012, 11:31 AM | #30 | |
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Lucy's doing great! Thanks for asking. I switched her food to Royal Canin and took away the bully sticks and now she's got swell, tight little poops. Talk about expensive, though! 2 1/2 lbs of RC cost the same as 4lbs of Eukanuba. I heard many complaints about Eukanuba, so I figured on switching anyway. Lucy's happy - albeit a little sad because school has started and her litter mates are back in their desks. (I say: Thanks goodness!!) Tracey | |
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