My Love for Yorkies is Fading (fast)

[jp4m2]

First of I wanted to welcome you to Y.T.....I'm sure this was hard to admit out loud to a group of people knowing it was not going to be received well....

It has been a whole year that you have been trying to form some kind of bond with this pet...by your own post it clearly has not worked out as you had hoped or anticipated....clearly your not happy, and I would wager a bet this pup would rather be with someone else also.....

It should be explained to the children that this situation is just not right or fair for the pup and it would be selfish and cruel to keep him and they need to do what's right for him ... he needs a home where he would be happier....you could tell them you'll find a pet that is more suited for you guys....

If your major concern is for what you'll be "out" of by rehoming this pet then I need to say your priorties need an adjustment.....cut your losses now, everyday that pup remains in your home is another day you live with resentment and regrets, a yorkie is not for everyone, they are a lot of work, they can be a high maintenance pet, I hope you keep this in mind and find him a more suitable home soon for everyones sake ...Good luck....

[Yorkiekids]

I'm sorry but you really need to rehome him. If your really hitting him with a belt stop. That's horrible. I have a pit that doesn't always listen, and I wouldn't even hit him with a belt. You need to take into advice what everyone has told you, and if you can't comply or work it out. Let him go.

[ButterflyYorkie]

We don't "think" these dogs are so lovely...we KNOW they are. We also realize that having patience and compassion goes along with owning any pet.
It infuriated me to see the words "the darn thing","cornered" and "facing a leather belt". If I were the breeder of your puppy I'd see to it he was returned and taken away from that treatment. I also hope you are not teaching your children to threaten animals with belts and I certainly hope you are not actually striking him with it.
I guess this was my oppotunity to vent.

[AngelWorks]

I am in Wallkill---Hi neighbor!-------I would be more than happy to help you train your little guy as well as you so that you can feel the love. I have been working with dogs since High School--(nearly 30 years ago)--raised Eyes for the Blind pups.

Seriously-----most "dog" training is more about the "owner" understanding dog behaviour and learning how to work them.

The chewing thing can be as basic as boredom. He needs exercise and some "work." Training and then the continued working of the basic commends gives them brain exercise. Of course the right toys and chews will help too.

Don't give up and don't run from this forum because you feel like you're being called out by people who are concerned for the dog (rightly so).

Please PM me if you'd like help. This can have a happy turn around.

[Superstarkba]

To get a good trained dog it takes time, and YOU have to be working with him. Potty traiing is something that will take time, if you are not watching him 24-7. You need to take him to an obedience class, and then you need to be the one in charge not him.

[pepe mint]

Originally Posted by jp4m2

First of I wanted to welcome you to Y.T.....I'm sure this was hard to admit out loud to a group of people knowing it was not going to be received well....

It has been a whole year that you have been trying to form some kind of bond with this pet...by your own post it clearly has not worked out as you had hoped or anticipated....clearly your not happy, and I would wager a bet this pup would rather be with someone else also.....

It should be explained to the children that this situation is just not right or fair for the pup and it would be selfish and cruel to keep him and they need to do what's right for him ... he needs a home where he would be happier....you could tell them you'll find a pet that is more suited for you guys....

If your major concern is for what you'll be "out" of by rehoming this pet then I need to say your priorties need an adjustment.....cut your losses now, everyday that pup remains in your home is another day you live with resentment and regrets, a yorkie is not for everyone, they are a lot of work, they can be a high maintenance pet, I hope you keep this in mind and find him a more suitable home soon for everyones sake ...Good luck....

[Shadow]

I just joined the forum and I guess this was just my opportunity to vent to people who think these dogs are so lovely.
[/QUOTE]
Sorry, you didn't change our minds. If you are itting this dog with a belt , you need to rehome him now. He probably already will have lifetime issues because of that.Shame on you!

[pepe mint]

this is a very nice offer

Originally Posted by AngelWorks

I am in Wallkill---Hi neighbor!-------I would be more than happy to help you train your little guy as well as you so that you can feel the love. I have been working with dogs since High School--(nearly 30 years ago)--raised Eyes for the Blind pups.

Seriously-----most "dog" training is more about the "owner" understanding dog behaviour and learning how to work them.

The chewing thing can be as basic as boredom. He needs exercise and some "work." Training and then the continued working of the basic commends gives them brain exercise. Of course the right toys and chews will help too.

Don't give up and don't run from this forum because you feel like you're being called out by people who are concerned for the dog (rightly so).

Please PM me if you'd like help. This can have a happy turn around.

[AngelWorks]

Originally Posted by pepe mint

this is a very nice offer

I'd really like to help them.

[Olivier]

How would you like someone hitting you with a belt ? Maybe you'll learn how to behave too .

[Sugar's Mom]

okay folks, here's what I think and you know I speak plain. This dog needs to be removed immediately from this home before he gets angry and kicks it to death. To all those of you telling him to take more time, no, time is not what's needed. This person is abusing an animal by hitting it with a belt and should even be reported to the authorities before he kills it unless he comes to his senses and rehomes it right away. This is animal cruelity. The poor little dog knows how he feels.

[mustangbee]

Originally Posted by MelMan

I have a Yorkie that I got at 4 months old who is now 18 months old. To this day I keep wondering "What did I do?"

This little dog has been everything contrary to my memories of having a dog as a child. Needless to say, I should have done more research on the breed before I bought the dog.

Potty training is still not what it should be.

He chews/eats EVERYTHING. I want to give him time outside but he eats grass, sticks, pine mulch, insects... So... we go inside. You name it, he'll eat or chew it - carpet, drapes, plants, newspaper, potty pads... (might as well add his feces to the list also) So... back in the crate.

Obedience training? You're joking right? The darn thing only responds when cornered or facing a leather belt.

Walking him tires him out somewhat, but it's only for a season.

I read a few posts on the forum saying that they get better as they get older but I don't know if he'll make it that long (at least with me).

I am considering letting him go but I can't just *give* him away after all that has been spent on him.

The kids want him but they're no help when it comes to training, walking, etc.

I just joined the forum and I guess this was just my opportunity to vent to people who think these dogs are so lovely.

OK before you all get upset, lets look at this post.
It was started at 10:30 last night. It's the very 1st post.
RED FLAG!
The darn thing only responds when cornered or facing a leather belt.


Now we all know how big this site is, and some people out there have nothing to do but try and upset others and then sit back and watch. (yep, sad but true).
If this poster really wants help, we have a member who has offered help.
(Very nice of you AngelWorks )
I think we should wait and see if this poster comes back and responds to the help being offered. If not, I guess we will know it's just another nothing to do better poster.

Just trying to save you all from being upset.This is the net, some people like to play games, I'm not one of them.
Hope you all have a wonderful day.

[Tillys_mom]

I agree that rehoming might be a good option for you if you do not want to take training classes. Maybe the chewing is out of attention. I dunno. I would never hit anything with a belt! Human, animal, or even a tree outside. I just wouldn't have it in me. What would happen if you hit your dog with a belt and broke a bone and left a mark. Then you would have to take it to the vet and you would be in a world of trouble then. Sometimes human kids are hard to potty break as well, so that means everytime they have an accident they need hit? I'm sorry to say but not every pet is gonna be a miracle, esp. a puppy, no matter what breed you get. Maybe you should give pets a break for a little while.

[livingdustmops]

Originally Posted by mustangbee

OK before you all get upset, lets look at this post.
It was started at 10:30 last night. It's the very 1st post.
RED FLAG!
The darn thing only responds when cornered or facing a leather belt.


Now we all know how big this site is, and some people out there have nothing to do but try and upset others and then sit back and watch. (yep, sad but true).
If this poster really wants help, we have a member who has offered help.
(Very nice of you AngelWorks )
I think we should wait and see if this poster comes back and responds to the help being offered. If not, I guess we will know it's just another nothing to do better poster.

Just trying to save you all from being upset.This is the net, some people like to play games, I'm not one of them.
Hope you all have a wonderful day.

I agree.

[littlewhip]

This cant be for real Thats all i can say right now I have to go take care of my 4 loving furbabies