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Raja's Mom · 07-17-2007, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Ozzie'sperson

The hyperactivity will dissipate -- in 7 or 8 years!

Seriously, these guys ARE hyper for the most part. There are exceptions as in all breeds, but they're generally very active little ones.

Most of them DO like to be snuggled though. But it does depend on the dog. My boy has ALWAYS liked to lay on me. And if he is on the sofa or in a chair, he will be RIGHT beside me. And he will crawl up in my lap sometimes.

I agree with this 100%. Not all yorkies are going to fit the same description, but for the most part they are known for being energetic. They're terriers after all, which means most of them have the need to run & chase a lot. My boy is very loyal & sweet but also extremely hyper - the polar opposite of a lap dog. I just let him be himself and not expect to change his personality to suit my need for cuddling - that's what my 2 cats are for

YorkieTime07 · 07-17-2007, 02:15 PM

Nathan has his days!!!!

at 8 1/2 months there are days when he will want to lay on my lap ..there is a catch though!!! Its usually to chew on my tee shirt or night gown!!!

he does like to stay close and will lay on the couch next to me or on me!!

Other days he wants no part of my lap,,he likes to be mr independent!!!

ellie81 · 07-17-2007, 02:34 PM

My Bengi is not a lap dog. When he was a puppy he would never sit on my lap. Now at a year old he sits on my lap or by my side only after playing playing and playing. He did got less hyper, but still he's not a "lap dog". Truly "lap dogs" are usually like that since they are pups. a hyper dog might get a little less active but not that much.
My mom has a mini pin and he's active with my yorkie, but doesn't like to play with people like Bengi does. He doesn't play fetch and he's not as smart as Bengi is. Also, yorkies are much more gentle.

LoveMyJake · 07-17-2007, 02:39 PM

Jake loves to sit on my lap and loves cuddling most of the time, but there are other times when he wants to just run and play. It all depends on the personality of the dog.

shadream · 07-17-2007, 02:46 PM

Mine was not a lap dog till after he turned a year old, then it was like someone flipped a switch and he can't get enough of lap sitting, so maybe your little one will change, I hope so.

143munchkin · 07-17-2007, 02:49 PM

As most people are saying, it just depends on the nature of your dog. Some Yorkies love being in your lap and held, while some are more independent. Our Yorkie, Munchkin, couldn't sit still when we first got her. Now, she can fall asleep in our lap anytime. But she's also zippy and hyper at times.

afrye06 · 07-17-2007, 03:44 PM

roman doesnt usually sleep im my lap....its kinda ironic i found this post right now because now is one of the few times he been on my lap. hes asleep though...he would never sit anywhere let alone on my lap for that long when he was awake lol

crb · 07-17-2007, 05:02 PM

I have 5 yorkies, 2 girls and 3 boys, and only one is a true lap dog...my Prissie, I believe she is a lap dog because she is my only momma dog, so she is very calm...all others will sit next to me when I sit down but they are usually chewing on something or playing with a toy, they don't necessarily want to be on my lap unless they want to take a nap, then they all fight for my lap. I always tell people if you want a lap dog, don't buy a yorkie.

MissSophie · 07-17-2007, 05:15 PM

I thought they were lap dogs too, but mine really is not. She is not real hyper anymore at age 6, but she will sit with us for a short time but prefers to sleep on the pillows somewhere or near us. She loves to give kisses, but she is more like a cat, on her own terms. She always wants to know what is in it for her. I love cats, so it really isn't an issue, but where is my "lap dog"?

(I do love my Yorkie!!!

)

Mom2Zachary · 07-17-2007, 05:30 PM

Zachary will be 15 weeks tomorrow and I wish he would like sitting on my lap more too. He has to be where he can see me all the time and lay at my feet but doesn't like to be held that much. He does lay by me on the sofa once and a while. He is better though than he was a couple of weeks ago. So, maybe in time, he will be less hyper. He is going to get neutered at six months so maybe that will help. Wishing you luck with your's.

paulapoo · 07-17-2007, 05:36 PM

Otis went through a phase where he layed by himself most of the time, but now he's 3, and he's much more lovey. I sit in my chair when I'm on yorkie talk with a blankie beside me. It fills the hole between my leg and the arm of the chair and he snoozes.

NIKITA & LILO · 07-17-2007, 05:58 PM

buahahahahaha

the title just made me laugh sooo much !!!
my yorkie is like a energizer bunny that never runs low on power !!!
If I got a 1$ bill for every time she jumps, I would become milionare in about a month LOL

TootiesMom · 07-17-2007, 06:01 PM

I have enough "lapdog" to share... Hope doesnt think she should have to walk, much less sit by herself.. LOL... she follows me like a lost soul if I get up and is ALWAYS BY me, she doesnt like to actually be IN my lap, just next to me, touching bootie I call it... she is sooo spoiled, my daughter fusses about how bad it is but I love every second!
Now Tootie.. welllll, yea, no way! at night he wont sleep unless he is touching but all other times he is everywhere!!!
love my babies!
d

ChampsMom · 07-17-2007, 06:59 PM

I know what you are going through. My Yorkie is a 1 year and 3 months old and he is still not a lap dog. I think he hates for me to hold him. He likes for me to play with him, but that's it. He likes my husband better and will sit next to him and nap. Your baby is still young so he still may become that lap dog, you would like.

Lorraine · 07-17-2007, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Frecklesonme

Benji is 13 weeks old now and I do my best to keep him on my lap but he is so hyper he tries to jump off every time. Is this normal puppy behavior? He allows me to hold him for longer lengths of time when I put him on my arm and bring him close to my body (where he likes to nestle near my elbow)....but no luck with the lap thus far. Has anyone had a puppy like this that turned into a more affectionate lap dog later? I would really appreciate any responses.

They are terriers first, companion dogs second.
You can read about them, or my opinion anyway on this page on my new website.
This link takes you to the page about buying a puppy
http://loribenyorkys.com/Puppy%20Inguires.htm

07-17-2007, 02:15 PM	#17
YorkieTime07 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: atlanta, ga Posts: 920	Nathan has his days!!!! at 8 1/2 months there are days when he will want to lay on my lap ..there is a catch though!!! Its usually to chew on my tee shirt or night gown!!! he does like to stay close and will lay on the couch next to me or on me!! Other days he wants no part of my lap,,he likes to be mr independent!!! __________________ Nathan has a crush on Tatum!!!! The Gentlemens' Club is on the Run!! We're gonna Rock YT with some Fun!!!

07-17-2007, 02:34 PM	#18
ellie81 Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Florida Posts: 5,314 Blog Entries: 1	Some are lap dogs, some are not My Bengi is not a lap dog. When he was a puppy he would never sit on my lap. Now at a year old he sits on my lap or by my side only after playing playing and playing. He did got less hyper, but still he's not a "lap dog". Truly "lap dogs" are usually like that since they are pups. a hyper dog might get a little less active but not that much. My mom has a mini pin and he's active with my yorkie, but doesn't like to play with people like Bengi does. He doesn't play fetch and he's not as smart as Bengi is. Also, yorkies are much more gentle. __________________ Ellie and Bengi Bengi Is Home!!! - http://youtu.be/8OKv35pk5Pk

07-17-2007, 02:39 PM	#19
LoveMyJake I love Jackson too! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 2,905	Jake loves to sit on my lap and loves cuddling most of the time, but there are other times when he wants to just run and play. It all depends on the personality of the dog. __________________ Selina, mommy to Jake and Jackson. RIP baby Lily Coming soon: Gracie

07-17-2007, 02:46 PM	#20
shadream Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: michigan Posts: 189	Mine was not a lap dog till after he turned a year old, then it was like someone flipped a switch and he can't get enough of lap sitting, so maybe your little one will change, I hope so. __________________ Lil Cheeky Charlie's mom

07-17-2007, 03:44 PM	#22
afrye06 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 238	roman doesnt usually sleep im my lap....its kinda ironic i found this post right now because now is one of the few times he been on my lap. hes asleep though...he would never sit anywhere let alone on my lap for that long when he was awake lol __________________ Amy- Roman and Mallie's Mama There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face

07-17-2007, 02:49 PM	#21
143munchkin Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: san diego Posts: 89	As most people are saying, it just depends on the nature of your dog. Some Yorkies love being in your lap and held, while some are more independent. Our Yorkie, Munchkin, couldn't sit still when we first got her. Now, she can fall asleep in our lap anytime. But she's also zippy and hyper at times.

07-17-2007, 05:02 PM	#23
crb Luvin' 6 Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Bryan/College Station, TX Posts: 1,606	I have 5 yorkies, 2 girls and 3 boys, and only one is a true lap dog...my Prissie, I believe she is a lap dog because she is my only momma dog, so she is very calm...all others will sit next to me when I sit down but they are usually chewing on something or playing with a toy, they don't necessarily want to be on my lap unless they want to take a nap, then they all fight for my lap. I always tell people if you want a lap dog, don't buy a yorkie.

07-17-2007, 05:15 PM	#24
MissSophie YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Lincoln, Nebraska Posts: 807 Blog Entries: 1	I thought they were lap dogs too, but mine really is not. She is not real hyper anymore at age 6, but she will sit with us for a short time but prefers to sleep on the pillows somewhere or near us. She loves to give kisses, but she is more like a cat, on her own terms. She always wants to know what is in it for her. I love cats, so it really isn't an issue, but where is my "lap dog"? (I do love my Yorkie!!!) __________________ Sophie's Mom :

07-17-2007, 05:30 PM	#25
Mom2Zachary Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Missouri Posts: 60	Hoping For More Lap Time Too! Zachary will be 15 weeks tomorrow and I wish he would like sitting on my lap more too. He has to be where he can see me all the time and lay at my feet but doesn't like to be held that much. He does lay by me on the sofa once and a while. He is better though than he was a couple of weeks ago. So, maybe in time, he will be less hyper. He is going to get neutered at six months so maybe that will help. Wishing you luck with your's.

07-17-2007, 05:36 PM	#26
paulapoo Blessed by Otis & Ollie Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Plainfield, Indiana Posts: 2,884	Otis went through a phase where he layed by himself most of the time, but now he's 3, and he's much more lovey. I sit in my chair when I'm on yorkie talk with a blankie beside me. It fills the hole between my leg and the arm of the chair and he snoozes. __________________ ~Paula~ proud mommy of ~Otis (yorkie) & Oliver (shih-poo)

07-17-2007, 05:58 PM	#27
NIKITA & LILO Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: McLean , VA Posts: 458	buahahahahaha the title just made me laugh sooo much !!! my yorkie is like a energizer bunny that never runs low on power !!! If I got a 1$ bill for every time she jumps, I would become milionare in about a month LOL __________________ NIKITA & LILO If my little girl is a PRINCESS, does it make me a QUEEN?

07-17-2007, 06:01 PM	#28
TootiesMom and Hopeys Mom Too Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Louisiana Posts: 4,109	I have enough "lapdog" to share... Hope doesnt think she should have to walk, much less sit by herself.. LOL... she follows me like a lost soul if I get up and is ALWAYS BY me, she doesnt like to actually be IN my lap, just next to me, touching bootie I call it... she is sooo spoiled, my daughter fusses about how bad it is but I love every second! Now Tootie.. welllll, yea, no way! at night he wont sleep unless he is touching but all other times he is everywhere!!! love my babies! d __________________ Donna's little herd.... Tooties Dogster http://www.dogster.com/?271687 Hopeys Dogster http://www.dogster.com/?448723 and Tinker, TBone(RIP) Laci .. OH, and Me-Kitty(RIP)

07-17-2007, 06:59 PM	#29
ChampsMom Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: wv Posts: 31	I know what you are going through. My Yorkie is a 1 year and 3 months old and he is still not a lap dog. I think he hates for me to hold him. He likes for me to play with him, but that's it. He likes my husband better and will sit next to him and nap. Your baby is still young so he still may become that lap dog, you would like.