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Multiple yorkies?? Pros and Cons I need everybodys help please. My boss made the comment that Jeter looked depressed and lonely. Sooo, I said he needs a little brother or sister to which he asked how did I think 2 would get along. That is where you all come in. He told me to get some feedback from multiple owners because once I commit there is no going back. Also, better for a male or female to go with my Jeter? Thanks for your help. |
mine are a year apart and love each other very much. they are always together. every evening they get a wild hair and play like crazy. i love to watch them together. i say get another |
Mine are 1 month apart in age. They are male and female. They get along wonderfullyand one would be lost without the other one. I would get a girl. I dont know about two males together. I would be worried about marking and dominance problems |
I love having two, they keep each other company. I would highly recommend it. I have a male and female. |
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Okay, so I'll be in the minority here and say that I prefer one "inside dog" at a time but that's only MY preference. Not to say Tatum wouldn't like to have a buddy to play with (although she DOES have Stormie, our Aust. Shep. to play with outside - which she does all the time) but I personally prefer to give all my lovin' to one lapdog at a time. I don't know.... just the way I feel. I previously had a toy poodle for 15 years (he also had outside dog sisters and brothers over the years). I like to lay on the couch holding Tatum, give her all my attention (which also gets shared by my daughters and husband) and just overall lavish all doggie attention on one at a time. Stormie gets all of my husband's attention because she (and he) practically live outside in his workshop! I do wholeheartedly agree with all the comments regarding have multiples but in my own personal case, I feel better with one. So there's the minority opinion! ;) Just wanted you to hear both sides! |
Thanks for all the input. On a sidenote, is there much barking that goes on when there are 2? Jeter rarely barks except when he is tryting to get someones attention to either go out or play or when his water bowl is empty. Do 2 tend to bark at each other? Thanks again. |
When one of Mine barks usually the other one does too |
Teddy Bear is my barker. He perches on the back of the sofa and watches the street for any people or dogs walking by. Daisy doesn't usually bark except sometimes when there is a squirrel in the yard and she is chasing it. Once in awhile when they play together outside they face each other and bark and bark at each other. I don't know why they do this, I guess it is a game. |
I have two a month apart. They are the best of friends. And I absolutely recommend it. It can be expensive.. it's been hard updating them on the rabies shots, buying 2 car seats, carriers, dog treats, dog food, dog dishes (because they cant seem to eat out of each one) liscensing, spaying / nuetuering them. But I absolutely love my TED AND THERESA. Love love them!! The best part if waking up to them lying in the bed right next to me. You won't regret it! Ashley |
Like most of the others, I HIGHLY recommend more than one dog. They keep each other company, especially when you aren't home and they just seem happier. Biscuit was 1 1/2 when I got Muffin and he loves her to death. They are best buddies and now I can't imagine not having the two of them. And on January 27th there will be third one in the mix!! As far as barking, Biscuit is a barker and always has been. I'm afraid that he can get Muffin going too with the barking and lord only knows what it will like with three. But truly the rewards FAR outweigh any negatives. Best of luck with your decision. |
Two are twice the love, twice the fun, twice the work, and twice the expense. But I wouldn't have it any other way. Having two only makes me want three. Can never have enough of such a good thing! :thumbup: |
What about boy or girl? Pro or con with another boy who is 1 1/2 yrs old and 9 pounds. Thanks in advance. |
Mine are about 2 years apart and they are night and day! Bella I think would be best suited for a older woman who lives by herself, she is content being an only child with someone who is a homebody, she really doesnt like men or children, other pets and loves to sit in your lap and guard you. Daisy on the other hand loves to meet other dogs, loves car rides, being out and about and loves kids who give her loads of attention and she just adores my hubby (her daddy..lol). I kept Daisy to keep Bella company since I work 12 hr days 2 days a week, she had someone other than my hubby to be with, since she really doesnt like guys. I think if I had 2 Daisy's I would be in heaven, I have been trying to convince my hubby to another yorkie, the more the merrier!! |
So let me ask this question. If I get a small male, and lets say at some point he has to live with Remi, who is a 2.5 year male, not neutered, well mannered but very active little dog. Would they have problems with each other? If i get a female, I would have to spay her, or neuter Remi? I dont want them humping all over the place. And are two males generaly a problem?? |
Sheryl - my opinion would be you are very lucky that Jeter is not a marker or a humper, you might not get so lucky with another boy. If Jeter isn't a barker and you get a pup, the pup will follow what he does. You've been to a couple play dates now and you know how quiet most of the pups have been, so I don't think that barking would be an issue just because there are two. The only reason Sissy barks is because of our other dog who is a major barker. I don't recall Sissy barking at all till about 9 months. Let's go get our new pups together!!!!!! |
I now have three and don't regret it at all. (well ok, maybe early in the morning to go outside potty!) Mine are all females. I would recommed a female if you have a male. Just my opinion. As for barking, right now my little pup barks the most but that is when she is trying to get the 2 older ones to play with her! omega |
ok, so my next question is.......who has a breeder to recommend in and around Michigan? I think I am going to go the female route. Thanks for your help again. |
I now have a pair of clowns :D . At first when I brought Lulu home Lex wasn't all that happy about her. After three or four days he warmed up some. Now they just love each other. It's nice for him to have some doggie company. Lex is a year older than Lulu. Good luck. |
i have 3 yorkies at the moment and at most had 4 all together, i love having more than one. im getting a shih tzu in a couple of weeks which will be my first none yorkie so back up to 4 dogs i go again:) the only thing i would say is get a female as a playmate as if you have 2 males with there man bits you may have a fighting problem or a marking problem. |
I have 2 yorkies who are about a year apart and they get along fine,yes sometimes play rough & fight over toys but that is normal. I don't have any issues with jealousy at all. Its a good idea to get another one so your dog has company. |
I have 2 yorkies who are about a year apart and they get along fine,yes sometimes play rough & fight over toys but that is normal. I don't have any issues with jealousy at all. Its a good idea to get another one so your dog has company. |
If your boy is not aggressive with other dogs, then I'm sure he will have no trouble having a brother or sister to play with. They seem happier when they are not the only *kid*. I got Zada first when she was 3 months old. We played with her all the time, but she seemed a bit lost, so when Zada was 6 months old we went back to the same breeder and got Zada's first cousin, Azrael who was five months old and they acted like long lost friends right from the start. It's been wonderful!! You never see one without the other. |
I got my 2nd pup about 6 months after I got my first (boy first then a girl). I think *I* personally would of preferred just one dog, but my boy has changed for the better because of having another pup in the house. Neither of them freak out when I put them down anymore, my original pup was very timid and shy and is now so much more active and happy. There is a lot more noise now ... they play fight a lot and its crazy at times, but I do believe that my dog is much happier for having a companion. My boy is neutered so having a female pup isn't a problem. (she will be getting spayed as soon as she is old enough). |
The More The Merryier!! Well I don't have more than 1 Yorkie but We do have 4 dogs in total. 1 Bulldog - Maggie, 5years old, 2 Basset Hounds - Kylie & Rumpford, 3 years old (Brother & sister) and then Our Wee Rosie. We were recommended to get a pal for our Bully when she reached about 2 years old, according to our Breeder, Bullies really like companionship of both human & animal kind when socialized well.Then add extra preassure from 3 animal crazy Kids we got the "DEVIL DOG & HER DUMB SIDE KICK". Then this past Christmas after much back & forth about my love of the YORKIE since childhood My dear sweet husband bought me My Wee Rose who is 1 year old and 3 1/2 lbs . The brood all get along and if I knew how to put a picture on here I would show you my recent most picture my Hubby took of "The Rose guarding her big Sis Maggie " on our coach as she sleeps ...lol . So my vote goes with get a 2nd Furbaby and enjoy double the LOVE! |
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Well i guess i can add to this we just got Daisy she is 11 weeks and i have Peeka who is almost 9 months. Peeka loves her already and they have so much fun. It is a little harder to spread the love because Peeka is such a cuddler and want my attention 24-7 but he is adjusting well. I love having 2 and i already want another one. |
I got Lucy in March of '05 at 12 wks and Rebel in Oct of '06 at 6 wks and I love having 2:) I wouldn't trade them for the world. I think it's better to have one of each though. Lucy was jealous of Rebel and I think it was a little easier with him being male. |
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I only have one furbaby. Lexie is used to being my one and only. I think it would be difficult on both of us to get another one. I like being able to devote all of my attention to her. I also can take one with me easier than if I had two. And 2 does mean double the vet bills,ect. Just another perspective. There are plenty of people that have more than one that are as happy as can be. Its a difficult decision! But I am sure you will make the best choice for your family :) |
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