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01-20-2015, 02:56 PM | #1 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! | Introduction to Buttons and Silver Teacup Hi, I am so happy to have found this forum. We have a 3.72 pound yorkie mix. We rescued Buttons (so named because we thought he was cute as a button) in late January of 2012. He weighed in at exactly two pounds. He was covered in fleas, was definitely undernourished and had dental issues. We later learned he had been tied to a bush outside in the cold weather. We don't know how long a period of time he was in this position. I am happy to say he is a smart, happy dog who delights us every day with his ability to tell us his wishes. We had two cats when we got Buttons. The older smaller cat would chase Buttons and Buttons would chase him. The younger cat did not and still does not want to play with him. Unfortunately, we lost the older cat a few months ago and I feel Buttons definitely misses that kind of interaction. We live in a condo that is relatively soundproof and Buttons isn't a barking dog. I think he would be happier with a playmate but my friend doesn't think so. I would be interested in thoughts any of you may have about introducing a new dog into this scene. Buttons is pee-pad trained and because he is so little he doesn't go outside much. He does go to a groomer. Also when we first got him, he wouldn't eat any dog food so his diet is all regular food. We are working with a nutritionist to be certain he has a healthy diet. I don't know if a new dog was brought up on dog food, how this would affect both dogs. Buttons can be shy with new people but warms up fairly rapidly if they are soft spoken and we are with him. |
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01-20-2015, 04:11 PM | #2 |
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| Hi Welcome to YT...introducing a new pup comes with new rules and regiments, I think most pups enjoy a playmate, but just remember it is a lot of work for the first several months....now who is Silver Teacup?
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01-20-2015, 04:19 PM | #3 |
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| I wouldn't get Buttons a "pet" just yet...very cute name, by the way. He sounds very bright and will be able to adjust to the changes; maybe just spend extra time doing new things, or purchase a new toy or two, and the like. My Piper spends 5 nights a week alone, but she has my full attention every other minute...which suits her just fine!! Isn't it remarkable that these tiny little Yorkies are able to overcome such big hurts---and then to thrive with love and care?! Amazing, amazing little miracles, they are! How blessed you are to have found one another!! |
01-21-2015, 07:14 AM | #6 |
Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator | I think many dogs do just wonderfully with a companion, even if they aren't best buddies. Do you have a friend who has a dog where you can see how he reacts to another dog...or what about a dog park? Another thing to consider, the shelter at where I volunteer allows what we call "slumber parties" so that potential owners can have a potential adoptee come sleep over at their house so they can see how it goes/feels...keeping in mind that the shelter dog will be in "adjustment mode" since they're not used to that new enviro. Maybe there is a shelter near you that has a similar program?
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01-21-2015, 12:43 PM | #7 |
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| The 'slumber party' idea is brilliant! |
01-21-2015, 03:00 PM | #9 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! | Buttons Thank you al for such good ideas. We don't have any friends with dogs. Buttons certainly has no fear trying to interact with the older cat and did win him over to chase each other in playful interaction. He does go to the groomers but because he is so much smaller than the other dogs, our groomer tends to protect him from close interaction. We thought about checking with PetSmart to see if they have any classes with just small dogs but the last time I checked their classes had dogs of all sizes. I will check into the slumber party idea. Thanks to everyone. |
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