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chloeandj · 04-13-2005, 09:29 PM

I just wanted to post this. I know of someone who gave away their beautiful akc male dog because they were not educated enough or willing to apply themselves enough to their dog. This was a male dog that was not neutered and it was peeing all over the house. The family bought a new house and didn't want the dog stinking up their new home. So they just gave him away to anyone that would take him. At two years old and not neutered there weren't a lot of volunteers. Anyway I just wanted to post this because I would hate for you to be talked into something and have unreal expectations and then give up on your yorkie puppy. Read up on crate training and make sure you are able to devote the time and energy to potty training. If you have never potty trained a dog you might be in for a suprise. Also you have to realize even though there are a lot of people having problems on the training forum, the ones that are having success don't need to be asking for advice, right? There's probably more people having success than not. Also realize they are not puppies forever. And yes some can be defiant (terrier personality kicking in there), it's very important to give proper discipline and training right from the moment they come into your home.
Like I said, yorkies are so worth all of the work! Would we all go through this if not?

amyhinmn · 04-14-2005, 08:54 AM

That is a sad story. The people sound completely ignorant for not having a nonbreeding dog neutered, what did they expect? I can devote time and energy if I know it will likely pay off. And I have a doctorate in clinical psychology, so I damn well better have the basics of reinforcement down. The breeder I am buying from does not advertise in the paper, and seems very ethical (I have done the research on finding a breeder). She will give me a pedigree, and although the champions in the line are far back, she said she breeds more for temperament that show-dog potential. So, hopefully this little girl will not be overly stubborn. We get to pick between two. Any good ideas on how to evaluate which one might end up more laid back?

chloeandj · 04-14-2005, 09:23 AM

I just wanted to recommend the book Yorkies For Dummies. It has a lot of good info on picking out a dog, training that terrier personality and potty training.

Personally I picked the most shy and largest one in the litter because I have kids and wanted one that would be more laid back. But she's not laid back, she's a yorkie! HA! Ha! She just didn't know me and sort of sat back and watched us, while her silly brothers rough and tumbled all over the place and didn't care at all that anyone was there. I think she's just smart and was assessing the situation. She even shaked a little when I picked her up. She was only 8 weeks at the time. Most people would say you shouldn't pick a puppy like that. I think this is a good example of why you should wait to take a puppy home until 12 weeks. They have more confidence in the world. But boy did she liven up the next day and loves everything and everybody now. So I would say, as a stranger to the puppy you will not be able to see their true personality from your assessment alone. You should trust the breeder you are buying her from what personalities each puppy has. And take her opinion on it. I have been told that boys tend to be a little more laid back but but not always the case. Plus I think most yorkie puppies are atleast a little defiant! Mine constantly reminds me of a 2 year old child. Temper tantrums and all!

amyhinmn · 04-14-2005, 10:17 AM

thanks again for the replies! My breeder said she could assess which one she thinks I would fit best with. I don't think she wants to keep them until 12 weeks, I know it is suggested, but should I have her try to keep them as long as she will? Some breeders say there is no need past 8 weeks b/c they don't even hang with mom anymore, and sometimes the puppies start fighting?

amyhinmn · 04-14-2005, 10:22 AM

oh yeah! I wanted to show everyone this woman's hand made dog clothes. They are so cute I can hardly stand it. And priced very reasonably. I am putting the link to the one I bought specifically, but there is a link from that page to see her available stuff. I received the dress and I can't stand how cute it is! I got the XS and it is very small! My yorkie will max out around 4 lbs.

Thanks, enjoy!
Amy

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...95067&tc=photo

Hickey007 · 04-14-2005, 12:58 PM

Well my pup isn't completely housebroken and is 6 months but I'm probably one of the few that will take full resposibity for their pup not being housebroken. She knows she isn't supposed to go inside(and this isn't just something I say when she peed on the floor and I'm getting on to her, she really knows she isn't). I don't yell at her or anything, I know I just mad eit sound like I did. A firm no and sometimes I'll put her in her pen for just a few minutes(by the way does anyone recommend this or not recommend this, putting her in her crate for a "timeout"). The only time she goes on the floor is when I forget to take her out or lose track of time. She isn't the best at letting me know she wants out, unless its to go chase a cat or something, and we're working on that. I think if it weren't for me and my memoryloss she would be doing great.
I do know too many people that have ended up getting rid of a puppy b/c they don't get them housebroken soon enough or don't like their chewing or the dog won't quit barking so I just recommend preparing yourself for the worse just in case you do get it.

whispersmom2 · 04-14-2005, 04:39 PM

I have one BIG suggestion that I tell all neq puppy owners and that is "Your Yorkie will train you before yo train them!!" Take a week off work and really work with that new baby. AND, yes, it isimportant for that breeder to keep that baby til it is 12 weeks old. It might not be hangin' with its mom, but she is very busy training that baby what its place is. It really worries me when a breeder says it doesn't make any difference. I begin to think either they don't know this breed very well or that they don't give a rat's patoot about the real socialization of that baby. The responsible breeders I know keep the puppies with mom and siblings til they are at least 10 weeks old..I am not saying your breeder is irresponsible, but I would strongly urge you to ask her to keep your baby longer. What do you think, Yorkie Rose??

Yorkie Owned · 04-14-2005, 06:25 PM

I have heard many times about how much harder it is to housebreak a small breed dog compared to a big dog. I have had both and I do not think it is any harder to train a small dog- with any dog it takes dedication on your part. It takes time and patience, and then some more time and patience. But if you stay with it you will see results! My advice is take your puppy out A LOT- in the beginning every 20-30 minutes or so. Eventually you will begin to see results and you will not have to take your puppy out as often.

04-13-2005, 09:29 PM	#16
chloeandj Tinkerbell, My Little Flutterpup Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Beautiful California! Posts: 6,112	I just wanted to post this. I know of someone who gave away their beautiful akc male dog because they were not educated enough or willing to apply themselves enough to their dog. This was a male dog that was not neutered and it was peeing all over the house. The family bought a new house and didn't want the dog stinking up their new home. So they just gave him away to anyone that would take him. At two years old and not neutered there weren't a lot of volunteers. Anyway I just wanted to post this because I would hate for you to be talked into something and have unreal expectations and then give up on your yorkie puppy. Read up on crate training and make sure you are able to devote the time and energy to potty training. If you have never potty trained a dog you might be in for a suprise. Also you have to realize even though there are a lot of people having problems on the training forum, the ones that are having success don't need to be asking for advice, right? There's probably more people having success than not. Also realize they are not puppies forever. And yes some can be defiant (terrier personality kicking in there), it's very important to give proper discipline and training right from the moment they come into your home. Like I said, yorkies are so worth all of the work! Would we all go through this if not? Last edited by chloeandj; 04-13-2005 at 09:32 PM.

04-14-2005, 08:54 AM	#17
amyhinmn Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 41	Sad story That is a sad story. The people sound completely ignorant for not having a nonbreeding dog neutered, what did they expect? I can devote time and energy if I know it will likely pay off. And I have a doctorate in clinical psychology, so I damn well better have the basics of reinforcement down. The breeder I am buying from does not advertise in the paper, and seems very ethical (I have done the research on finding a breeder). She will give me a pedigree, and although the champions in the line are far back, she said she breeds more for temperament that show-dog potential. So, hopefully this little girl will not be overly stubborn. We get to pick between two. Any good ideas on how to evaluate which one might end up more laid back?

04-14-2005, 10:17 AM	#19
amyhinmn Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 41	picking a pup thanks again for the replies! My breeder said she could assess which one she thinks I would fit best with. I don't think she wants to keep them until 12 weeks, I know it is suggested, but should I have her try to keep them as long as she will? Some breeders say there is no need past 8 weeks b/c they don't even hang with mom anymore, and sometimes the puppies start fighting?

04-14-2005, 10:22 AM	#20
amyhinmn Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 41	The Cutest oh yeah! I wanted to show everyone this woman's hand made dog clothes. They are so cute I can hardly stand it. And priced very reasonably. I am putting the link to the one I bought specifically, but there is a link from that page to see her available stuff. I received the dress and I can't stand how cute it is! I got the XS and it is very small! My yorkie will max out around 4 lbs. Thanks, enjoy! Amy http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...95067&tc=photo

04-14-2005, 12:58 PM	#21
Hickey007 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 789	Well my pup isn't completely housebroken and is 6 months but I'm probably one of the few that will take full resposibity for their pup not being housebroken. She knows she isn't supposed to go inside(and this isn't just something I say when she peed on the floor and I'm getting on to her, she really knows she isn't). I don't yell at her or anything, I know I just mad eit sound like I did. A firm no and sometimes I'll put her in her pen for just a few minutes(by the way does anyone recommend this or not recommend this, putting her in her crate for a "timeout"). The only time she goes on the floor is when I forget to take her out or lose track of time. She isn't the best at letting me know she wants out, unless its to go chase a cat or something, and we're working on that. I think if it weren't for me and my memoryloss she would be doing great. I do know too many people that have ended up getting rid of a puppy b/c they don't get them housebroken soon enough or don't like their chewing or the dog won't quit barking so I just recommend preparing yourself for the worse just in case you do get it. __________________ Courtney

04-14-2005, 09:23 AM	#18
chloeandj Tinkerbell, My Little Flutterpup Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Beautiful California! Posts: 6,112	I just wanted to recommend the book Yorkies For Dummies. It has a lot of good info on picking out a dog, training that terrier personality and potty training. Personally I picked the most shy and largest one in the litter because I have kids and wanted one that would be more laid back. But she's not laid back, she's a yorkie! HA! Ha! She just didn't know me and sort of sat back and watched us, while her silly brothers rough and tumbled all over the place and didn't care at all that anyone was there. I think she's just smart and was assessing the situation. She even shaked a little when I picked her up. She was only 8 weeks at the time. Most people would say you shouldn't pick a puppy like that. I think this is a good example of why you should wait to take a puppy home until 12 weeks. They have more confidence in the world. But boy did she liven up the next day and loves everything and everybody now. So I would say, as a stranger to the puppy you will not be able to see their true personality from your assessment alone. You should trust the breeder you are buying her from what personalities each puppy has. And take her opinion on it. I have been told that boys tend to be a little more laid back but but not always the case. Plus I think most yorkie puppies are atleast a little defiant! Mine constantly reminds me of a 2 year old child. Temper tantrums and all!

04-14-2005, 04:39 PM	#22
whispersmom2 Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MD Posts: 2,985	I have one BIG suggestion that I tell all neq puppy owners and that is "Your Yorkie will train you before yo train them!!" Take a week off work and really work with that new baby. AND, yes, it isimportant for that breeder to keep that baby til it is 12 weeks old. It might not be hangin' with its mom, but she is very busy training that baby what its place is. It really worries me when a breeder says it doesn't make any difference. I begin to think either they don't know this breed very well or that they don't give a rat's patoot about the real socialization of that baby. The responsible breeders I know keep the puppies with mom and siblings til they are at least 10 weeks old..I am not saying your breeder is irresponsible, but I would strongly urge you to ask her to keep your baby longer. What do you think, Yorkie Rose??

04-14-2005, 06:25 PM	#23
Yorkie Owned YT Addict Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Indiana Posts: 277	I have heard many times about how much harder it is to housebreak a small breed dog compared to a big dog. I have had both and I do not think it is any harder to train a small dog- with any dog it takes dedication on your part. It takes time and patience, and then some more time and patience. But if you stay with it you will see results! My advice is take your puppy out A LOT- in the beginning every 20-30 minutes or so. Eventually you will begin to see results and you will not have to take your puppy out as often.