Cruelty
 

I have a couple of friends who have moved to just a mile away from us. They both love small dogs and worship Crystal. I accompanied them today to a rescue center where there were 4 Yorkies. One a poor little chap, about 8 years old who had cataracts and a four year old brother and sister, who were ejected once a child entered the family. I find as I've got older my sensitivity has heightened and tonight for no real reason my eyes have flooded with tears thinking about them all. I couldn't imagine parting with my little girl and would sell everything I owned to prevent it. The older chap had lost his owner to cancer and just wanted affection and recognition. The younger pair were so nervous and just clung to each other. I'm sure I won't sleep much tonight thinking about them all. My friends favor the younger dog who was there, who was two and at first very frightened, but took to me, probably because she could smell Crystal. She had a gentle nature, but had been beaten in her previous life by some very cruel children. They broke two of her ribs, before she was rescued by some construction workers who witnessed the savagery, literally from the scaffolding adjoining the scene. These 'macho men' interceded, collected money from all their compatriots and took her to the RSPCA who have returned her health. I'm amazed at how this little thing (8lbs), can forgive us as a species, following such a terrifying ordeal. She gradually settled into my arms for a slumber and a 'half eye' watch. All very upsetting and I admire the volunteer ladies who give their time love and devotion.

I hope they all find homes , some people are just so cruel. I hate to think of anyone being mean to anything. At least they are safe now but I hate to think of them in kennels my heart breaks for them , I once went to visit a sspca kennels and could not stop thinking about them all.

Wow. I hope they all get the homes they deserve. Poor things.

Poor babies :( I hope they all find forever, loving homes soon!

So many of these dogs in shelters, their history is a mystery. Some of them have been abused or neglected. Some just got lost, or displaced by priorities or the death of their loving owner. The fact that they are able to adapt or recover to be a loving affectionate dog again is a small miracle. Bless their little hearts!

I must admit, I am very much a coward when it comes to witnessing pain/suffering first hand so I avoid hospitals and shelters.


The only solace I take in my cowardice is the fact that I try to compensate for it by researching ways to reduce psychological suffering as a result of disease and trauma so that people can benefit from these via their clinicians.


Therefore, your ability to express your sympathy and hurt at such observations as those you witnessed at the shelter gives testimony to your very loving and caring nature.


I, too, admire the volunteers... Learning about the atrocities that befall shelter animals and the volunteers who work to make these animals better instills a renewed motivation to support all animal causes which aim to reduce pain and suffering in our little furry friends.

Thanks for sharing x

It breaks my heart just reading this, so I totally understand why this affected you so much. Human beings can be so horrifically cruel and abhorrent, and yet these sweet creatures are *still* willing to open themselves up to us. We can learn more about ourselves from dogs than from our fellow human beings, imo.

So very sad maybe Crystal needs a sister

:( Ohhhh, Martin - how heartbreaking for you all - those poor, poor little pups :(

God bless those construction workers who saved their lives. I always find it amazing that sometimes it's the biggest, 'hardest' types of people that open their hearts and their wallets in situations like this.

How these little ones ever learn to trust and love 'humans' is beyond me :(

Hope you're ok, Sally + Harry x

I have read on here so many have said they know of yorkys at pounds i just do not understand how anyone can do that to a dog must less a yorky. They are so loving.

Oh heartbreak :cry:

An update everyone. The little brother and sister duo are leaving this weekend, to a retired couple in the Suffolk countryside. Like me, they were heartbroken at seeing the little girl clinging to her bigger brother and were thrilled to be accepted as their new 'mum and dad'. Apparently the home takes the 'adoptees' out to view the new conditions etc and the lady burst out with tears watching them eventually playing with the leaves in the garden. They're all certainly going to have a happy Xmas. My friends collect theirs tomorrow too and are busy buying toys, food etc etc. Hopefully a new friend for Crystal, whose only close friend is the ground floor neighbor's cat, with whom she has a very happy relationship. I'm pleased for the cat too, as the poor creature gets left out, as her owners work in London and we bring her up here most days, for a snooze with her 'Highness', until her owner gets home.

Thank you...it's nice to read a happy update :).

My wife would love another Yorkie, we thought of getting a pup, so we could train her to use the pee tray etc. I'm just concerned in case it upset Crystal, who maybe would feel she was being put to one side maybe? Alternatively they would have two beds to share in and would be company for each other, playing and chasing about. My wife's daughter has two, a mother and baby duo and watching them is of course double the fun? What do you think folks?

I hope they find loving homes, they deserve that

So happy brother & sister will be together, it's hard to see two bonded babies, how can you separate them. They will have a wonderful home. Also wonderful your friends adopting also, 3 babies re-homed, awesome. Even tho Crystal has been an only child she would adapt should you get another baby. Mine all did. Don't expect a "love at first sight" meeting lol. It may take a few weeks for Crystal to feel comfortable and accept a new buddy. If you and the Mrs feel you can keep up with 2 little rascals I say go for it. Two little yorkies are so much fun and entertaining. They will be good company for each other. As long as your little Crystal is dog friendly go for it.

Hello and thanks for the reply, she's very good with little dogs but hates bigger breeds. Her best friend is a cat and then a little boy Yorkie from nearby (he's just 9 months). I think with our guidance everyone would fit in OK. We love being with all dogs but especially Yorkies of course.

You have so much love to share, so I'm sure it would work out great with another little one. I believe Crystal is young enough to accept another pup.

At one time I had three Yorkie females. I loved it. They all had the same sire, and they were within a year of each other. Our last little girl, Ashley, passed away four years ago. In addition, growing up, I always had multiple dogs at a time.

I'd love for Katie to have a sibling. She was raised with her breeder for three years, so she was around several dogs and pups. I wasn't sure if she'd be happy, because for two and a half years she has lived the life of a little princess who gets all of the attention. My dear friend came to visit for several days last spring, and Katie loved her three Yorkies. I hope when the time is right for us to add another little one, Katie will be equally as happy. We are so thrilled with katie, so our desire is more because we feel it would be good for katie, but it's not the best time for us now. Despite that, I believe it's much nicer for pups to have a sibling to share their lives with. As much as they love each other, they still love the attention of their human family.

Whatever you decide, Crystal is so lucky to be loved by you. You have a huge heart, and I love to read about your little girl.

Thank you so much, we are going to try Crystal after the holidays with our friend's newly joined Yorkie. I think she'd be unable to quell her curiosity with a new pup and as she'll play all day, we're really thinking seriously about it. have a lovely Xmas

It's wonderful to be able to advise something good about our little pals here. My friends new adoptee (see above) is now settling in well. She's small, about 6 pounds and had swollen mammaries. I had a feeling she'd had a litter in the recent past and was generally undernourished, both which the Vet confirmed yesterday. Her previous 'Greeders' had separated her from her children and then her job done sold her for $800 with no papers and a very suspicious innoculation certificate. How these hateful people can do this to a little creature is completely alien to my nature! It's possible to gain the former owner's details from beneath a label sticker with the aid of an LED lamp. From this revelation my friends are contacting the person shown, to try and get more details. She has settled really well and her new mum & dad are just as doting as we are with Crystal, if not worse!

We introduced the girls twice. The 1st time was in two year old 'Molly's' new home. Crystal was behooded within her bomber fleece jacket resembling 'Rocky' on steroids, in comparative physique to the meek and demure occupant in residence. Crystal is a real 'bovver - girl' tomboy type and was keen to affirm her establishment upon the scene. Following a frenetic chase, little Molly successfully escaped to her dad's arms, where she proceeded to remonstrate this foreign invader with her dulcet tones, which had us all falling about with laughter as she yodels rather than barks! Our friends report she made the bed first night in and also has a delightful little 'eyrie' by the window where she enjoys a little yelp at everyone who passes by.

We got the girls together again yesterday in our local pub (bar), where they this time united to admonish a lugubrious Lurcher who came a bit too close for a sniff! Clearly Molly can't believe her change in fortune from a horribly divisive, grabbing family of chavs (dumbo's) to the luxury of two adoring pensioners, with a cottage in the country, a motorhome and a 67ft barge to help while away her days in isolate adoration! I was completely taken with her, but then I love all Yorks anyway! I did advise Molly however that it was Crystal who'd created this chain of love and discovery that had originated her wonderful change of circumstance. I got as big a lick as this tiny girl could give, so clearly she's on the ball!

lol how cute, so happy to see crystal has a little play pal.