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02-08-2013, 09:30 AM | #16 | |
♡Huey's Human♡ Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Ringgold, Ga
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You might want to look at silkys, too. They are as smart as yorkies, maybe a little calmer temperment. From ehow: Temperament and Personality Since both of these dogs are terriers, they have loads of energy and are fearless but some traits will allow you to determine which breed it is more likely to be. The Yorkie is naturally determined and confident and likes to be in charge. In spike of its small size, a Yorkie is far from cowardly and shy, and its stubborn nature makes the breed a challenge to train. The Silky is known as obedient and a quick learner. Silky terriers are a little more relaxed than a Yorkie and are more curious than stubborn. A Silky placed outdoors also loves to dig and play, while Yorkies are typically happier as lap dogs. Even better, I think, is a combo of both, but I could be somewhat prejudiced...
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02-08-2013, 09:52 AM | #17 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Toluca Lake, CA
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| This fits the Yorkie bill. Just observe the Yorkies when you meet them. Do they seem to play aggressive like puppy biting play. That dog will require more inhibition training because it has not yet learned to play politely. Does it cower, or tuck it's tail, turn it's head, lick it's lips. That puppy has fear issues and will need more work on socialization skills. See if it's tail is wagging, enjoys to romp around, looks at you with bright eyes and engages you. When you pick them up (best to do this sitting on the floor because they are squirmers and can jump out of your arms easily!) see if they are relaxed and allow themselves to be held. Then this puppy is well adjusted and will have less temperament issues for you to have to deal with. When you go to a good breeder tell them what qualities you are looking for. They know their babies and can help you find the right personality. They are very intelligent and have wonderfully sweet personalities.
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02-08-2013, 12:20 PM | #18 | |
My hairy-legged girls Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: lompoc, ca.
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I had my little tiny Delsi (Chihuahua) for 16 years before she had a stroke and passed away. She was the sweetest little thing you would ever meet and everyone who knew her, wanted her, including all the Vets. she ever had. You have to treat them like a big dog and not carry them around all the time. She was well socialized with all age groups of humans and all types and sizes of dogs and cats. She loved anything that breathed. I guess it's all in how you raise any dog, but then you do have to consider other factors such as genetic problems and all. Just continue doing your home work. You can even get some good information for Vets.
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02-08-2013, 09:04 PM | #19 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Virginia
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| What do y'all think about getting a boy versus getting a girl? I've always heard people say that girls are better behaved but some of the breeders have been saying boys are more loving and actually more likely to be better behaved. I'm wondering if that is because girls are more in demand and they are trying to sell the boys though. |
02-09-2013, 08:24 AM | #20 |
♥Love My 3 Furrbutts♥ Donating Member | I have both....two girls and a boy. I find my boy very rambunctious, whereas my girls are more laid back. For me I prefer more laid back, not too demanding. Orion is very loving always seeking affection...he will actually push the girls out of the way if he sees they are getting some loving, even if the other hand is on him giving him loving as well... huge attention seeker.
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