Originally Posted by Mee-sha (Post 4624187)

I was in for a suprise when i got my first yorkie fur baby, i thought they'd be a little lap dog, who would cuddle while i watched tv, ohhhh boy was i in for a suprise with her, she was all terrier, hyper as can be, didn't like cuddling until she got a bit older.. and she needed consant attention and things to keep her active mentally and physically,she hated walks since i got her, so i had to play with her constantly to get all that yorkie energy out, she was also very picky and kept me very very busy, although she was a ton of work, especially trying to train the basics(i had to out stubbron her all the time), i grew to love her more than anything i have ever loved before. but oh my she had such a big personality... a hyper, stong, saucy, outgoing and bossy personality oh and she loved to bark at everything,but could also be silly and quirky. Now my boy yorkie(same mother and father as her but from a different litter) you would never even know he was here, he is lazy, quiet, food driven, was easier to train, he is shy, will just lay around like a lump, he rarley barks, likes to play with his toys and loves his walks,sweet sensitive little boy. 2 yorkies, same parents, 2 completley opposite personalities. So i think personality matters just as much as the breed...a terrier is a terrier though..they're little dogs with a big personality.

Originally Posted by KairaPup (Post 4624193)

With living things, nothing ever is. They're little beings with their own intelligence, their own souls- not cookie cutters. All dogs are different, even within breeds.

Originally Posted by Mee-sha (Post 4624194)

if you are specifically looking for a mellow, chill dog, maybe skip the puppy stage and that way you can tell what thier adult personality will be like, and maybe find one who has been trained, no matter what type of dog you get it will be a lot of work and change your life , but it's all worth it with the love you recieve in return, yorkies are like tiny children with fur.they need lots of attention.

Originally Posted by lovestiny (Post 4624208)

All of my human children and fur children have been/are extremely affectionate and I am getting another yorkie next month...I suppose it is always a gamble but worth the risk :)

Originally Posted by FinnTheHuman (Post 4624346)

Well what if it happens that dog wants nothing to do with you? :c

Originally Posted by canana (Post 4624351)

It's not possible for anyone to guarantee a type of relationship between you and a dog. But, I do think that any responsible pet owner should continually make an effort to care, love, and train their dog if they decided to bring a dog into their lives, regardless of whether it wants to cuddle or wants nothing to do with you.

I just say this because with so many dogs abandoned, those who are interested in getting a new dog should be accepting and open minded regardless of what the dog's personality becomes and shouldn't be hard set on a certain way. Yes, you can pick a breed, but as others mentioned that within the same breeds, there can still be varying personalities and energy levels.

So 'what happens is', you should be prepared to accept your dog whatever their personality develops into :) . Basic dog training courses will help you set up the right path to make sure your dog bonds with you.

Originally Posted by Yorkie 5 (Post 4624357)

Dont over analogize this.
A puppy is a wonderful thing. The bonding and falling in love is like no other.
Your puppy will love you if you take care of it, love it, feed it, play, spoil, teach it , set boundaries and so on. You will also find that the love you have for a Yorkie can be as strong as one would have for there own child. Just like a child you love them unconditionally. You will find your heart melts and you love them for who they are and what you make of them. Sounds like you have plenty of time and love to devote to a fur baby of your own and are financially able to purchase and care for one. Don't be scared of the Yorkie. Follow your heart because a Yorkie will steal yours if you get one.
I have 4 and they are all different, and I love them ALL and they ALL love me. They are a true blessing.
:-)

Originally Posted by yorkiefan_ (Post 4624363)

I think the most important thing is to always pick the breeder first. That way you can get someone who knows what she is doing in breeding the pups. You get to know about the parents. The breeder will know her pups personalities and may be able to give a decent guess as to which pups from her litters might fit your lifestyle. Search for someone with a strong health guarantee and lots of good references. Someone you can be confident you're likely to get a healthy puppy from. Someone who won't keep breeding dogs with genetic defects. You wouldn't believe how many people come here and tell horror stories about buying dogs through bad breeders who breed pups with debilitating handicaps like AAI or liver shunts, because the breeder either doesn't test the parents or just doesn't care and wants that quick dollar.

If you don't pick your breeder first you'll probably just fall in love with the first or second yorkie you see. I know I would have, which is why I'm grateful to this site for teaching me to find my breeder first.

Originally Posted by yorkiefan_ (Post 4624367)

And you'll want a breeder who is going to grill you a bit. E.g., do you have a good vet you go to and can afford to when something goes wrong? Is everyone in your house going to love your pup and treat him/her well? Are you willing to sign a contract saying you will get your dog spayed or neutered, and not breed them? Are you willing to dedicate the time it takes to give your dog a happy life? E.g., you come home and see them most days after work instead of going out to the bar every night? Are you going to buy good quality food and not garbage like Kibbles and Bits? Are you willing to puppy proof your house and yard? Because a good breeder isn't about that quick dollar, they want a happy and healthy life for these puppies they have poured their heart and soul into raising.