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red98vett · 08-05-2007, 06:10 AM

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Originally Posted by daso

having bows in their hair has nothing to do with "the standard" when it comes to a yorkie nore does any other accessory on any other dog for that matter, these are material things you all choose to put in your dogs hair and yes thats your choice. I dont like bows on boys or girls. The funny thing is most of you preach the word that your dogs are like your children yet I bet you would never stick a bow in your little sons hair and grow his hair long to make him look like a little girl.....right? Im just throwing this out in light of alot of IMO dumb comparisons i have read on this site in my time here.

Wow - I just saw this after I posted - you do know this site is for fun right ???

most of us love our pets just like we love our kids - I don't see it as a dumb comparasion to compare them to our children - our pets ARE part of the family. It has nothing to do with bows or not wearing bows - we're just passionate about them and there's nothing dumb or wrong with that

RMKC · 08-05-2007, 08:03 AM

My Daughter and SIL allways gives me crap because Apollos long hair and i put it up in a scrunchi, they say he looks stupid ! I tell them i realy dont care what they think, he is my Dog ! I think he is Handsome ! They dont say anything about Rosi and she wears it the same way !

red98vett · 08-05-2007, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by RMKC

My Daughter and SIL allways gives me crap because Apollos long hair and i put it up in a scrunchi, they say he looks stupid ! I tell them i realy dont care what they think, he is my Dog ! I think he is Handsome ! They dont say anything about Rosi and she wears it the same way !

He looks gorgeous - he does NOT look stupid

I don't understand why anyone would have a problem with a boy dog with long hair - yorkies are known for their hair - male AND female ....I always laugh when people say something about my girls having such long hair - I just tell them it's the kind of hair I WISH I had LOL ....

red98vett · 08-05-2007, 08:10 AM

and ps RMKC - I used to dress my huge tomcat 'Bruce' in Dollclothes - now THAT was stupid - he was such a good sport though

need I mention - I was NINE when I did this ????

Graleyne · 08-05-2007, 08:16 AM

I do not have a male yorkie, but if I did you bet he'd be wearing ribbons, bows, and clothes. Now, I may not put him in pink, but he would definitely be dressed.

In response to the "its dumb" comment, there are some practical reasons to have them in clothes. I have a chi named Harley. He is seven years old and has seizures which the vet has determined is stress/anxiety related (not completely 100% sold on that as I think that is the term vets and ppl doctors use when they can't explain something). He also has severe separation anxiety. This has nothing to do with lack of training, etc (we've tried different classes and methods). The one thing that we have found that helps him more than anything is a t-shirt. It makes him feel more secure and he is a totally different dog with his t-shirt on. With his t-shirt on I don't have to hold him, I can walk out of the room, I can even leave the house and he is OK. He is a happier, healthier dog with his shirt on.

red98vett · 08-05-2007, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Graleyne

I do not have a male yorkie, but if I did you bet he'd be wearing ribbons, bows, and clothes. Now, I may not put him in pink, but he would definitely be dressed.

In response to the "its dumb" comment, there are some practical reasons to have them in clothes. I have a chi named Harley. He is seven years old and has seizures which the vet has determined is stress/anxiety related (not completely 100% sold on that as I think that is the term vets and ppl doctors use when they can't explain something). He also has severe separation anxiety. This has nothing to do with lack of training, etc (we've tried different classes and methods). The one thing that we have found that helps him more than anything is a t-shirt. It makes him feel more secure and he is a totally different dog with his t-shirt on. With his t-shirt on I don't have to hold him, I can walk out of the room, I can even leave the house and he is OK. He is a happier, healthier dog with his shirt on.

that's so awesome that an article of clothing can make him more relaxed - poor baby - they really get so attached to us that anything that works must be a blessing - I'm sorry he has seizures but if wearing a shirt helps then good for you finding something that works - besides - That's really cute bless his heart -

jacky · 08-05-2007, 08:23 AM

my male dog has a collection of jerseys, and bandanas. i dont do bows because hes a bichon and his hair isnt made for it lol :P but its just as fun with the bandanas, shirts, and collar charms

Graleyne · 08-05-2007, 08:32 AM

He LOVES his shirts! He loves clothes period. Even when I'm trying to put dresses on the girls he comes running up and tries poking his head in between the dress and the girl. LOL

I first heard about it in a training book I bought. It's called Tellington Touch (or T-Touch). It involves extremely light massage that is very calming. Having their tummies surrounded by fabric has an extremely calming effect on some dogs. Luckily my Harley is one of them!

daso · 08-05-2007, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by red98vett

why take this all to another level ? - I saw the point Diva Pup made - thought it was right on and pretty funny too

I take it you forgot to read the post of mine that you quoted. Something tells me that "lets not argue" isnt "taking it to another level"

RMKC · 08-05-2007, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by red98vett

and ps RMKC - I used to dress my huge tomcat 'Bruce' in Dollclothes - now THAT was stupid - he was such a good sport though

need I mention - I was NINE when I did this ????

Haha V, thats funny

I dont pay any attention to my kids

been tempted to cut him short for the summer, but i just couldn do it, mabe next summer, we will see

not for my kids benefit, but he had a wee bit of a skin problem this summer that i havent been able to figure out, i think it was flea bites (never saw any though) both are on Frontline plus.
Apollo is my big beautiful sweatheart !

red98vett · 08-05-2007, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by daso

I take it you forgot to read the post of mine that you quoted. Something tells me that "lets not argue" isnt "taking it to another level"

LOL - I didn't mean it in a bad way !

daso · 08-05-2007, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by red98vett

LOL - I didn't mean it in a bad way !

I know and no harm done. It seems that on this board that once a different opinion rises about yorkies the majority ban together, anyway im used to it on here cause most if not all of the people here do not share my opinions

red98vett · 08-05-2007, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by daso

I know and no harm done. It seems that on this board that once a different opinion rises about yorkies the majority ban together, anyway im used to it on here cause most if not all of the people here do not share my opinions

oh no !! I totally respect those who don't 'bow' their pets - it's a personal choice all the way but your opinion IS respected !! We don't have to agree from a personal standpoint but I can see where you're coming from - when I posted - I was really kidding around - it's a light subject and been interesting but in no way did I mean it to sound like your opinion or feelings don't count - they DO - Sorry if I sounded like that....

nutkitty · 08-05-2007, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by daso

I know and no harm done. It seems that on this board that once a different opinion rises about yorkies the majority ban together, anyway im used to it on here cause most if not all of the people here do not share my opinions

I don't mind if people don't want to put bows on their dogs, I agree - personal opinion.

Just don't make it sound like people who do want bows are doing a bad thing.

daso · 08-05-2007, 09:11 AM

i dont think its bad at all and no need for any apologies. Its hard to show what tone someone is using over a webboard so if I came across as a jerk please know that was not my intention

08-05-2007, 08:03 AM	#62
RMKC Rosi & Poli's Mom Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Washington State Posts: 5,428	My Daughter and SIL allways gives me crap because Apollos long hair and i put it up in a scrunchi, they say he looks stupid ! I tell them i realy dont care what they think, he is my Dog ! I think he is Handsome ! They dont say anything about Rosi and she wears it the same way ! Attached Thumbnails __________________ ROSI & POLI Love my Babies

08-05-2007, 08:10 AM	#64
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08-05-2007, 08:16 AM	#65
Graleyne Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 2,563	I do not have a male yorkie, but if I did you bet he'd be wearing ribbons, bows, and clothes. Now, I may not put him in pink, but he would definitely be dressed. In response to the "its dumb" comment, there are some practical reasons to have them in clothes. I have a chi named Harley. He is seven years old and has seizures which the vet has determined is stress/anxiety related (not completely 100% sold on that as I think that is the term vets and ppl doctors use when they can't explain something). He also has severe separation anxiety. This has nothing to do with lack of training, etc (we've tried different classes and methods). The one thing that we have found that helps him more than anything is a t-shirt. It makes him feel more secure and he is a totally different dog with his t-shirt on. With his t-shirt on I don't have to hold him, I can walk out of the room, I can even leave the house and he is OK. He is a happier, healthier dog with his shirt on. __________________ Aerrica, and Norman RIP my sweet Poopanut

08-05-2007, 08:23 AM	#67
jacky YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Miami Posts: 308	my male dog has a collection of jerseys, and bandanas. i dont do bows because hes a bichon and his hair isnt made for it lol :P but its just as fun with the bandanas, shirts, and collar charms __________________ Still looking for my perfect puppy My myspace <3

08-05-2007, 08:32 AM	#68
Graleyne Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 2,563	He LOVES his shirts! He loves clothes period. Even when I'm trying to put dresses on the girls he comes running up and tries poking his head in between the dress and the girl. LOL I first heard about it in a training book I bought. It's called Tellington Touch (or T-Touch). It involves extremely light massage that is very calming. Having their tummies surrounded by fabric has an extremely calming effect on some dogs. Luckily my Harley is one of them! __________________ Aerrica, and Norman RIP my sweet Poopanut

08-05-2007, 09:11 AM	#75
daso Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2007 Location: Beverly Hills Posts: 105	i dont think its bad at all and no need for any apologies. Its hard to show what tone someone is using over a webboard so if I came across as a jerk please know that was not my intention