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12-30-2014, 02:18 PM | #1 |
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| Cant seem to justify cost of Yorkie First and foremost I'm ready to spend the money with ease to add one of these fun loving animals to our family but I'm having a very difficult time justifying the cost to my wife. Obviously I'm in the middle of split opinions when it comes to this benefits of this breed or purchasing a pet in general and I'm curious if anyone else had to get over this hurdle? We've owned dogs in the past but only adopted and although the thought of a dog that doesn't shed is absolute music to my wife's ears, especially with our 4 year olds allergy complications, the $700-$1000+ price tag doesn't outweigh the benefits in her eyes. As much as I want to simply make the purchase and surprise her with hopes that she'll fall in love with it the responsible side of me doesn't want to risk having to rehome the pup......and myself! Obviously no one wins in that scenario. I guess I'm venting at this point but would like to hear if anyone else experienced this in the beginning. Help me sell my wife on the idea!! |
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12-30-2014, 02:32 PM | #2 | |
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A typical yorkie from a reputable breeder $1000-$1200 depending on sex. You know yorkies generally live a long time, right...like ~15 years, so that is less than $100 a year! What a bargain! That's about a quarter a day! You can't even buy a cheapo cup of coffee at your local gas station for that! Technology minded? A yorkie is cheaper than an imac! As much as I love my apple products, I doubt they'll still be working well ten years from now, but the yorkie you'll still have! Or what about those fancy 3d BIG screen tvs??? Cost way more than a yorkie and you know they 'll be obsolete in five years! See? A yorkie is a freeekin bargain! All that love and adorability in a little hairy package. So cheap!
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12-30-2014, 02:46 PM | #3 | |
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I might add, there are many many benefits of finding a reputable breeder when it comes to spending the money. A reputable breeder is vested in the quality of their puppies ensuring a healthy, happy puppy as well as being there for you to answer with questions and assist when needed. Money spent that you don't get from pet stores, or taking your chances on a lesser priced puppy through sources like craigslist, the internet, etc. Good luck!
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12-30-2014, 02:52 PM | #4 |
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| My family was like yours -- we always adopted dogs for free or a very small fee. When we started looking at buying a puppy from a breeder, we had a hard time thinking about the price tag. We ended up buying 2 Yorkies from the same breeder and the joy they have brought us is priceless. In addition to purchase price, have you and your wife considered the personality and needs of a Yorkie and whether it is a good fit for your family? Being terriers, they tend to be high energy and need lots of physical exercise and mental stimulation. While they do not shed like a dog with an undercoat, they do require a fair amount of grooming. Of all the dogs my family has had, our Yorkies require the most time and energy to take care of. Just something to consider, taking your lifestyle into account. Best wishes in making your decision!
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12-30-2014, 02:53 PM | #5 |
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| my husband was the logical one on our purchase of Winnie...he was totally not excited about it...but I'm spoiled and he knew how long I had been waiting....so he let me. The day i brought her home he fell in love. He was the first one to let her sleep in our bed...and she has him wrapped around her hairy little foot!!! He also saw no justification in spending that amount of money on a dog....but she is way more than that!!! by far the best purchase we have ever made!!! like others have said....quite the bargain!!!! I hope you are able to convince your wife!!!! |
12-30-2014, 02:55 PM | #6 | |
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12-30-2014, 03:09 PM | #7 |
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| Have you thought about getting a rescue? It cost less than a pup.
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12-30-2014, 03:15 PM | #8 | |
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LMBO gotta love this you go girl!
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12-30-2014, 03:26 PM | #9 | |
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First my ears picked up on the *allergy of your young 4 yr old*. THat is a hard spot to be in. I would suggest if you can - see if you can have a Yorkie for a weekend either through a shelter or a local rescue agency. I am concerned with your young ones allergies. Second I would advise caution with a young puppy Yorkie and a 4yr old. Does the 4yr old know how to interact *yet with dogs*? I am not expecting a yes answer, but the needs of a young growing Yorkie and a 4 yr old - well are quite high. And safety is paramount for a delicate Yorkie. Now having said that - I am a breeder of large dogs, and I have been so surprised at times, with my younger breeder friends, and their young children. Here was a 6yr old maybe 40lbs, discipling and taking around a strange Blackie!! THis was a 100lb dog, who obeyed her! LOL LOL. But she knew what she was about having been raised in a breeding home. Yorkies you see can have different kinds of coats, and not only that, some allegeries in kids are not to the *dander* but to the saliva. I think Yorkies are wonderfull, after all I have one, but I really think for a number of reasons, babysit a Yorkie for a weekend. See how your child does, and let your wife fall in love with that Yorkie flair!
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12-30-2014, 03:36 PM | #10 |
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| How did you justify the cost of adding her or children to your life? I am only half kidding...LOL...because Yorkies are more child like than dog like. Yes, they will lick their own privates and eat poop, bark at unknown people and sounds, but...and this may sound wrong but is true...Yorkies have the ability to amass huge vocabularies, and they understand the meanings of the words. Yorkies are bred to 'work alone' when hunting rats, so they were bred to be able to think on their feet, change tactics, and make adjustments in their actions without human intervention. This is not to say they are untrainable...just that their intelligence rivals humans in many ways. For example, my Yorkies want to see whatever I have, they listen attentatively to my explanation of what they are looking at, and recognize it again. Brody knows every toy...by name. If you decide to get a Yorkie, you will have the great honor of serving one of the finest breeds of dogs...errr...family members. LOL My hubby had large dogs...sled dogs (Alaska)...and never had small dogs until we got Brody at 14 months old in May, 2011. He now believes Yorkies are 'the perfect dog' because they are so smart, personable, devoted, loving, communicative...they are where we are, because they want to be wherever we are. Maybe you are starting to see what I mean...LOL My opinion, but I love Yorkies!!! Welcome to YT...
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12-30-2014, 03:51 PM | #11 | |
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Your child will need to learn to 'respect' the dog, not too difficult for caring parents to teach their childten. I had a Yorkie/Poo mix many years before I had my first child and never had a problem. Child and dog will need protection from hurting each other, especially when both are babies or very young. Older dogs can also be 'jaded' by 'bad kids'...one boy was very determined to sneak up on Brody and Brody is much more wary of children now because that boy kept jumping out from around a corner at him, then shreiking at him when he was startled and barked. I am very careful with him around children now, but they used to be able to run up to him and hug and kiss him and he loved it...attention, you know. LOL. Def consider the advice from Gemy...
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12-30-2014, 04:00 PM | #12 | |
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12-30-2014, 04:24 PM | #13 |
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| Print that picture of chickensmith's little Winnie, your wife will fall instantly in love with the breed. I agree with members advising getting a little puppy with a 4 y/o child. You must first train the child to be gentle around small tiny little babies. How to convince your wife, take her to PetCo, Pet Smart, Pet Supplies, any place where there may be many dogs. Let her see a yorkie in person, ya just can't help but to just fall in love with them unless she is not a "dog lover". I hope you win, this strikes be as so funny, it's usually the wife trying to convince the DH to get a dog lol. Good luck, please let us know how you make out.
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12-30-2014, 04:38 PM | #14 |
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| Since your into rescuing, you could always adopt a Yorkie from the shelter. It would be much cheaper. I was looking at Petfinder earlier today and shocked to see how many purebred Yorkies are in shelters in Ohio right now.
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12-30-2014, 04:38 PM | #15 |
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| How will she feel about vet or grooming bills? I've spent more on vet bills for my healthy 1.5 year old than I did on her. I think $600 to get her spayed, and a few hundred on shots, vet appointments, and flea drops. Grooming would be at least $60 every few months too, but I do it myself. |
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