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chewysmom · 06-27-2005, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Hannah

I used to put Jackson in one of those zippered Bali carriers. There is a little tether with a clip for his harness. One time he had somehow flipped in it and the harness twisted around his neck. I couldn't tell because the carrier was totally shut. I opened the flap where they stick their heads out and saw him. If I hadn't, I don't want to think about it!

I have this carrier and have never considered this. I think I am going to sew the open part together. Thanks.

brosie1823 · 06-27-2005, 07:18 PM

Especially during the summer, I always take a cold bottle of water with me everywhere when we are out running errands. Even if they just stay in the car with one of us while the other goes in, the car gets hot when not moving. And if you take them in, the car gets hot very quickly when you are inside. I try to give them just a little water (don't let the slurp) when we get back in to cool them off faster. Especially in the south where it is just too hot, it's just better to me to keep them cool all of the time. And I definately second the Nutrical...I don't know what would have happened to Linus when he had his episode if we wouldn't have had that.

StewiesMom · 06-27-2005, 07:30 PM

I think it needs to be said that dogs the same size as our Yorkies are just as likely to "attack" or do harm; I am weary of any dog of any size nearing Stewie, unless it is a dog I know and trust.

kindness_001 · 06-27-2005, 07:33 PM

Now that it's hot weather never never leave your baby in a car with the windows up. always have plenty of fresh water for them to drink. and don't take in grand kids that leave your front gate open. One of mine did today and they thought my precious poodle Hope got out. They better thank God she didn't.

Lady of Yorkies · 06-27-2005, 08:27 PM

Diego, can't you make a police report on that person? So that if it happens to someone else and their dogs aren't so lucky there's a filed report and they have a background to base a lawsuit on? Your friend should have kicked the man where it hurts.

This is good to get it all in one place so that when something new happens everyone can read about it and learn from it.

The only hint I can give at this time is *IF YOU FEEL SOMETHING IS WRONG OR MISSING CHECK IT OUT* I know this one is hard to do, I really know, but Matty might still be alive if I had gone looking for her.

Shanatink · 06-27-2005, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by teri88

And purses! Keep them off of the floor. The little rascals can get into all kinds of trouble chewing what they find in your purse.

This is a good one that you dont think of. My sister in law had her purse on the floor with a whole pack of cigarettes in it and my Min Pin ate the entire pack( and SHE was mad at MY dog!!

). Somehow it didnt phase him but I am sure it would be devasting to a small yorkie!

Shanatink · 06-27-2005, 08:32 PM

Did we mention house plants? Most indoor plants are poisonous to dogs. My Min Pin also ate one of my house plants and he vomited and diarheaed blood. He got over it in a few hours but again he was a bigger and not as delicate as a yorkie. Now I make sure all house plants are out of reach

Shanatink · 06-27-2005, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Diego

When walking your Yorkie , take them in your arms when a big dog is approaching . Yesterday I almost lost Zsa Zsa and Jade when a guy said attack to his big dog .

That is disgusting of that man! SOmeone should kick his butt!

iheartyorkies · 06-27-2005, 09:05 PM

This is such an excellent thread, thanks Pat! The only thing I can think to add is to be careful of the toys that you allow your pup to have. Bo loves Beanie Babies and any stuffed animal. But they have eyes that could be chewed off and cause choking and are stuffed with who knows what. Only give your baby toys that are made for dogs and don't buy one unless it passes your safety inspection. Also keep watch for squeekers that may come out and throw them away.
And isn't there a warning about antifreeze and what about rock salt? Wrong time of year, but while we're on the subject I thought I'd mention it.

CC's · 06-28-2005, 12:24 AM

Great tips for safety all.

One thing I always show people is how to hold a pup with out letting them get a push off place with their back feet.

A 2 pound pup that quickly twists and leaps from 5.5 feet can easily get injured. I know I learned the hard way how fast it happens. Luckily for us both she hit a pillow before the floor. I swear they think they are flying squirrels or something.

Diego · 06-28-2005, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Lady of Yorkies

Diego, can't you make a police report on that person? So that if it happens to someone else and their dogs aren't so lucky there's a filed report and they have a background to base a lawsuit on? Your friend should have kicked the man where it hurts.

This is good to get it all in one place so that when something new happens everyone can read about it and learn from it.

The only hint I can give at this time is *IF YOU FEEL SOMETHING IS WRONG OR MISSING CHECK IT OUT* I know this one is hard to do, I really know, but Matty might still be alive if I had gone looking for her.

Yes , I reported the guy to the police .

06-27-2005, 07:18 PM	#47
brosie1823 Linus - Master & Commander Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Norman, OK Posts: 917	Especially during the summer, I always take a cold bottle of water with me everywhere when we are out running errands. Even if they just stay in the car with one of us while the other goes in, the car gets hot when not moving. And if you take them in, the car gets hot very quickly when you are inside. I try to give them just a little water (don't let the slurp) when we get back in to cool them off faster. Especially in the south where it is just too hot, it's just better to me to keep them cool all of the time. And I definately second the Nutrical...I don't know what would have happened to Linus when he had his episode if we wouldn't have had that. __________________ Linus on Dogsterhttp://www.dogster.com/?150058 Lucy on Dogster http://www.dogster.com/?150061 Check out our bows! www.littledogbows.com

06-27-2005, 07:30 PM	#48
StewiesMom Stewie Rox the Sox Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Chicago Posts: 6,306	I think it needs to be said that dogs the same size as our Yorkies are just as likely to "attack" or do harm; I am weary of any dog of any size nearing Stewie, unless it is a dog I know and trust. __________________ Kristy & Stewie

06-27-2005, 07:33 PM	#49
kindness_001 Yorkies LUV never grows old Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Owensville,In.47665 Posts: 889	Now that it's hot weather never never leave your baby in a car with the windows up. always have plenty of fresh water for them to drink. and don't take in grand kids that leave your front gate open. One of mine did today and they thought my precious poodle Hope got out. They better thank God she didn't. __________________ Megan, Killer, Cocoa Latte, and Ebony Lousie

06-27-2005, 08:32 PM	#52
Shanatink Mommy to 3 Princesses Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 11,030	House PLants Did we mention house plants? Most indoor plants are poisonous to dogs. My Min Pin also ate one of my house plants and he vomited and diarheaed blood. He got over it in a few hours but again he was a bigger and not as delicate as a yorkie. Now I make sure all house plants are out of reach __________________ Custom Dog Clothing Boutique www.TinkerbellsCloset.com

06-27-2005, 09:05 PM	#54
iheartyorkies Boppin' Bo! Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Indiana Posts: 2,719	This is such an excellent thread, thanks Pat! The only thing I can think to add is to be careful of the toys that you allow your pup to have. Bo loves Beanie Babies and any stuffed animal. But they have eyes that could be chewed off and cause choking and are stuffed with who knows what. Only give your baby toys that are made for dogs and don't buy one unless it passes your safety inspection. Also keep watch for squeekers that may come out and throw them away. And isn't there a warning about antifreeze and what about rock salt? Wrong time of year, but while we're on the subject I thought I'd mention it. __________________ ~~~ i yorkies ~~~ Cynthia Turbo and Suri!

06-27-2005, 08:27 PM	#50
Lady of Yorkies YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,562	Diego, can't you make a police report on that person? So that if it happens to someone else and their dogs aren't so lucky there's a filed report and they have a background to base a lawsuit on? Your friend should have kicked the man where it hurts. This is good to get it all in one place so that when something new happens everyone can read about it and learn from it. The only hint I can give at this time is IF YOU FEEL SOMETHING IS WRONG OR MISSING CHECK IT OUT I know this one is hard to do, I really know, but Matty might still be alive if I had gone looking for her.

06-28-2005, 12:24 AM	#55
CC's YT Addict Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 402	Great tips for safety all. One thing I always show people is how to hold a pup with out letting them get a push off place with their back feet. A 2 pound pup that quickly twists and leaps from 5.5 feet can easily get injured. I know I learned the hard way how fast it happens. Luckily for us both she hit a pillow before the floor. I swear they think they are flying squirrels or something.