I agree that with the statement that its important the older dog must have place to get away from the puppy. My Kirby is 8 years old and sometimes she goes in her crate or runs in the bedroom to get away from Khloe. Puppies are so energetic.

You know your dog better than anyone else. Is she pretty well balanced and socialized? How does she react when she sees a strange dog? Is there anyway you could have someone visit with a dog she doesn't know? Sometimes dogs will react differently at home than they do when outside their territory.

How do you know how much your puppy will weigh? Do you know a breeder that produces puppies that are consistently the same size? From what I have observed here on YT there are many people who have purchased Yorkies that were supposed to be 4 to 6 lbs and turned out to be 10 to 15lbs. Weight can be pretty unpredictable depending on the line.

As long as your female is healthy and well socialized she will probably be fine with a new one. The thing that is variable in the situation is the puppy. Make sure you know what kind of stock the breeder produces in the area of health, size and personality.

I have gone back and forth on this issue myself. Gracie is 2 and if I get another one I would like it to be close to her size and personality type but there is just no way to be sure. Maybe I am being too cautious but when I do get another one I want her to be happy, too.

Don't worry I am crazy too.. Guinness has his own page ;)

Two Pup or Not ? I think the answer to your question, "is it wise to bring a puppy into the family ?" is YES, #1 if you want a puppy, #2 If your older dog is secure, used to playing with others, and trained in the basics. #3 You have the time, money, and love to give. #4 If the adults in the family agree that another dog would be great. #5 if you get your Yorkie pup from a good breeder, or reputable rescue.

My Jilly would never accept the puppy I bought once it got bigger than she and when she shut down her life, never played, kept her ears back all the time, wouldn't eat and was losing coat, chewing her ankles obsessively and living only on the back of the couch where the puppy couldn't reach her, she won out and I rehomed the baby. I think she was about 6 years old at the time. I tried simply all the tricks in the book to socialize them slowly and gradually and help her accept the puppy. Danny worked with her. But she was always antisocial to all other dogs, not just the Yorkie puppy, I guess partially due to her 3 lb. size & being sickly - and seemed to fear getting hurt by other dogs if they came too close. I don't know but she just went into a dive once Teddy got larger than she. She just never had enjoyed another dog being around from her puppyhood. My sister would visit with her poodle & we went to her house all the time - Jilly never warmed to him or to my son's dog at the time when they visited. She avoided dogs out on walks, had no canine buddies. But I think she was rare among Yorkies in that attitude. But being Jilly, she always got her way with me and sadly, Teddy went to another couple. Jilly was instantly herself again - eating, playing, no more ankle-chewing or living on the couch! She gained 4 oz. that first week Teddy was gone.

Tibbe on the other hand is 5 and I think at any point in his life he would accept another dog, puppy, cat or even a tiger! He loves all other critters and would just love a buddy. He doesn't even always chase all cats or squirrels - some he tries to get close to, I think to try to pal with, but they always run off. When my son brings his big dog to visit, Tibbe is over the moon happy & just can't leave Tex alone. He's not scared at all the other dog is 15 times his weight! Course we watch them like hawks(my son sits on the floor by Tex the whole time) to keep Tex from accidentally pawing Tibbe in play or gets up to play around much. He mostly plays with Tibbe from a lying-down position and lets Tibbe jump, sniff, kiss & romp all over him. I doubt Tibbe would change much in 2 more years and come to resent another dog at age 7. So if your dog tends to be friendly to other dogs, is not scared or standoffish to them, he'll probably love a new pack buddy to spice up his middle age & older years.

When we adopted little lolita who was 7 years old we already had 4lb Laddy, Lolita was marvelulous with him but it took a couple of weeks for Laddy to adjust to having her share his space . I think they will do wonderful together.

I'm a newborn photographer so I use it for my sessions. I think it was from Hobby Lobby.

Thanks for all of the responses...I really appreciate it! I'm going to be visiting some pups at the end of November. We'll just see how it goes and if it feels right.

Introducing new pup to older dog..
 

Hi My husband & I have an 11yr old Dachie called Lucy who has a very soft & gentle nature & would never harm the baby.
I lost my older yorkie age 11yrs to renal failure/heart failure in May this year. Her loss was so awful that we decided to get a new baby and did so end of Sep. Lucy at first wasn't happy & ignored the new pup who was delighted to see Lucy. It took about 2 & 1/2 wks for her to come around. We have only had our pup for a month and this past week Lucy seems to have a new lease on life. They actually run around chasing each other or Lucy has the upper hand and gently bites her & nudges her with her nose but you can see she is enjoying the fun. But then she has had enough of her ears being bitten and tugged and jumped on & she looks to us to pick her up. We do watch out to see she has the baby in short doses & does get a break from her..with her being so much older it isn't fair to leave to a 'Tiny Flea' jumping & pulling her. Lucy, also however expects the same treatment for herself including all the extra meals the puppy gets she wants. So we give her little bits of the same food or a treat. And have to adjust her own diet so she doesn't become overweight. We also make sure that Lucy gets the first Hello and a pat & second the baby..this works and the two dogs are very happy together. Ax :D
was going to post some photo's of them but battling with size in attachment:(

My GSP, Buddy, is almost 8 now and even though he has always been great with other dogs he was a little standoffish when we brought Blazer home for good in July. I'm not sure if Buddy was afraid of hurting Blazer or what but when Blazer would get close to him Buddy would bark and move away. It took about a week or so for him to relax enough and now those two are the best of friends and they play/rough house all of the time! There are times when Buddy gets annoyed with Blazer and lets him (or us) know that he needs his space so we make sure that Blazer stays away from him. So overall, I'd say it's all good!