For those who take their dog everywhere...

[gracekelly]

I am new to the site how do I get Gracie's pucture to show when I post.

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by gracekelly

I am new to the site how do I get Gracie's pucture to show when I post.

Welcome to Yorkie Talk.

Here is a video tutorial on how to post pictures:
http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/my-...orkietalk.html

Here is a written explanation -- you will probably have to format your pictures, make them smaller, for them to post:

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/my-...-pictures.html

Start a new thread if you need more assistance.

[jasminescottage]

I take Gracie absolutely everywhere with me. She gets in her carrier with her snuggie blanket and toy and I always say "snuggle down". She never makes a peep. She is actually a psychiatric service dog legitimately by description so she is allowed to go everywhere but this is a new experience for me so I am always amazed that she can go undetected.

She is so good. I absolutely believe in the process of training your own PSD and getting them as a puppy. They bond to you and you to them and it makes for such a wonderful process.

This is the first time in my life I have had a new puppy. It is an amazing and wonderful experience.

This all came about through therapy after a series of major life transitions that changed life forever: losing my father, mother going into asst living, husband going through two major layoffs, breaking a leg/hand and misc other body damage.......

I found out there are times when a psychologist is wonderful if it is a good one. Mine feels that the PSD is just "what the doctor ordered" and she definitely is effecting mine and DH life that way individually and together. She's truly an angel and we are so thankful.

[WinstonRN]

Where have you guys found the best carriers? I looked at the jaraden carriers, and while they look very nice, they're so expensive! Id like something where he can poke his head out but can't get his whole body out. I liked that the jaraden soho had a opening at the top of the bag, i dont think he could get himself out at that angle.

[Meggie]

I don't know how relevant my experience will be, different country, but for what it's worth here's what I find. I try to take mine everywhere & mostly find I can get away with it, especially in holiday areas more than near home.
No chance in supermarkets or most food shops but most other shops, even with the sign "no dogs except for guide dogs" on the door are more than willing to let such small dogs in if you pick them up to carry them in & immediately ask if they mind me bringing in if I carry them. The usual response is either, " not at all, do come in" or" yes, please come in, you can put them down, no need to carry them." I find carrying them rather than using a pet carrier gets a more positive response
Banks, the Post Office etc, don't even need to ask.

[Verbena]

I have the Jaraden soho bag. I love it. It is well worth the price. I use it as a purse too. Maximo (Kristin) sells them. I let Galen's head to be out. There us a tether in it to hold him in. He can pop out of the hole if not tethered lol I have taken him to Homegoods, TJ Maxx , pet and gardening stores.

[NoahPaul]

Did anyone know that TJ Maxx, Homegoods, and Hobby Lobby are all three pet friendly? I didn't know this until last week

[theporkieyorkie]

Like pet friendly where you can walk them around in there??

I've taken my dogs to TJMaxx. It's always been in a stroller though and I never asked. I have an outdoor shopping center near me and I take the boys shopping there. We've been into Old Navy, TJMaxx, Pier One, Famous Footwear, Michaels and Jo-Ann Fabrics in that plaza.

When I was in TJMaxx, I did take Prince out of his stroller to try on some clothes they sell there. Nobody said a thing. I just thought the workers were being nice...didn't realize they were actually pet friendly.

[Verbena]

Originally Posted by theporkieyorkie

Like pet friendly where you can walk them around in there??

I've taken my dogs to TJMaxx. It's always been in a stroller though and I never asked. I have an outdoor shopping center near me and I take the boys shopping there. We've been into Old Navy, TJMaxx, Pier One, Famous Footwear, Michaels and Jo-Ann Fabrics in that plaza.

When I was in TJMaxx, I did take Prince out of his stroller to try on some clothes they sell there. Nobody said a thing. I just thought the workers were being nice...didn't realize they were actually pet friendly.

Isn't it great. I love those stores

[buffy512]

I take Mickey EVERYWHERE.! I wouldn't take my babies to the salon though. I think that smell wouldn't be a great idea for their respiratory system. I could be over cautious. Id rather be on the safe side.! I have a stroller, which surprisingly I don't use often. Unless I know there will be lots of walking around. It does take up space in my trunk that may be needed for other things at times. I purchased my carriers from Aymee, (Yorkie2Happiness) on etsy. BEST carriers I have seen thus far.! I also have a few carriers I purchased at my local pet store. I think one brand is Anima. Actually my favorite besides my custom carriers from (Y2H). I take my baby everywhere & will continue to do so even with Minnie. I have yet had anyone tell me otherwise. I have started Mickey off in a carrier since I got him. When appropriate I typically just carry him. When I am unable, He just sleeps in his carrier most other times.