Home for Yorkie

[DesertChildAZ]

"Sadness"?? Why? Chloe found a good home. Just because it wasn't done through a rescue organization - which I fully and financially support even though they often make it impossible for loving people who are willing to adopt their dogs - doesn't mean that the home she found wasn't a good one.

[daisy mae06]

Originally Posted by DesertChildAZ

"Sadness"?? Why? Chloe found a good home. Just because it wasn't done through a rescue organization - which I fully and financially support even though they often make it impossible for loving people who are willing to adopt their dogs - doesn't mean that the home she found wasn't a good one.

Great post

[ladyjane]

Did I say it was because she found a good home? No, I think not.

[DesertChildAZ]

Then clarify what about this thread is making you "sad"...

[red98vett]

I agree ...why so negative ?? She IS in a good home - I kept in touch and checked on her a few times and she was doing wonderful ! What could be sad about that ?

[ilovelouie]

Originally Posted by red98vett

I agree ...why so negative ?? She IS in a good home - I kept in touch and checked on her a few times and she was doing wonderful ! What could be sad about that ?

Just read through the whole thread (Awsome Job V)!! and I dont get this posters "sad thing" either????

[DesertChildAZ]

I suspect that if one hasn't had a background check, given blood and submitted their bank records, they haven't been thoroughly screened as a qualified yorkie owner. Thus, this doggie is doomed. I think that's what she's suggesting. However, what does that say about the hundreds of thousands of yorkie lovers and parents here and around the world who are obviously devoted to their furkids YET obtained their little kids by purchasing them through breeders or otherwise and DIDN'T go through a rescue service or, consequently, the full medical exam ??? Are we unqualified? Are our furkids doomed?

Tell Tahoe (or Johnny Cash) that when I'm dancing him around the house, singing songs for him that I made up myself just for him, cleaning out his eyes when they're clearly irritated and runny, picking up his diarrhea, giving him his medicine daily, taking him to the vet when he has a mild cold or when he LOOKS like his arthritis is acting up, picking the burrs out of his coat and rocks out from between his paw pads when he's limping, or when I'm WALKING him at 5AM, taking him on trips with me because I couldn't possibly leave him in a kennel, taking him with me on camping trips so I don't have to leave him with someone...or weeding out my boyfriends based on whether or not my yorkies get along with him.

No one did a background check on me. I guess I'm not qualified and everyone should feel sad for my poor poor kids.

: rolls eyes :

[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by DesertChildAZ

"Sadness"?? Why? Chloe found a good home. Just because it wasn't done through a rescue organization - which I fully and financially support even though they often make it impossible for loving people who are willing to adopt their dogs - doesn't mean that the home she found wasn't a good one.

Interesting perspective....I wonder if you would say the same thing if the owner had told you that she put her baby in the closet because her yorkie was allergic to him/her.

No one is trying to make it impossible for *loving people* to adopt out their dogs. I simply offered another option for help in the future...just in case a dog is not placed. Many of these poor things end up in shelters and in TX they have five days prior to euthanization; and if you think that yorkies are not euthanized, think again.

I just think more people need to think long and hard and read about dogs (particularly the breed they are interested in) before bringing one into their home. I have a feeling that most of you have absolutely no idea how many people tell the same stories day in and day out and how many yorkies are homeless for those very same stories.

I think it is wonderful that this one found a great home...my concern was never about that.

Everyone seems to say that their dogs are like children, yet seem to not have a concern when someone wants to dump their yorkie because it is too big, someone in the house does not like him, barks too much, vet bills are too much, child is allergic, dog is not housebroken, dog chews on things....oh please..the list is endless. Might be one in how many who are really sincere?!?!?

I was not going to post again on this thread...but I think I need to just to set the record straight about where I stand...although I have a strong feeling it will fall on deaf ears. I hope not. The story about that dog to me was tragic..not the ending..but the fact that the poor thing was tossed outside. If the child was indeed allergic, why not at least board the poor thing until finding a home.

I say that people need to take some responsibility!

[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by DesertChildAZ

I suspect that if one hasn't had a background check, given blood and submitted their bank records, they haven't been thoroughly screened as a qualified yorkie owner. Thus, this doggie is doomed. I think that's what she's suggesting. However, what does that say about the hundreds of thousands of yorkie lovers and parents here and around the world who are obviously devoted to their furkids YET obtained their little kids by purchasing them through breeders or otherwise and DIDN'T go through a rescue service or, consequently, the full medical exam ??? Are we unqualified? Are our furkids doomed?

WOW talk about taking things to a whole different level! So...what this all boils down to..is how dare someone mention that rescue could help a dog in need. How sad...yes, I did say that three letter word again and let me please extend it to pathetic!
Sounds to me like you think there is no place for rescue. Perhaps you got turned down or did not want anyone to check out what kind of home they were placing a dog in? Or did you assume these things?? Let me tell you that any breeder who is reputable would check out who they are selling to...it is not just rescues who do checks. And no one asks for bank statements that I know of. Good grief!
Oh and as for giving blood...how hilarious. Not to mention totally uncalled for. You say that you support rescue financially and yet this venom? I would venture to guess not.
I challenge each and every one of you who think there is no place for rescue and for thorough checks of where these dogs are going...both by reputable breeders and rescues to please go visit a shelter and get a good look at what reality is.

[DesertChildAZ]

Originally Posted by ladyjane

WOW talk about taking things to a whole different level! So...what this all boils down to..is how dare someone mention that rescue could help a dog in need. How sad...yes, I did say that three letter word again and let me please extend it to pathetic!
Sounds to me like you think there is no place for rescue. Perhaps you got turned down or did not want anyone to check out what kind of home they were placing a dog in? Or did you assume these things?? Let me tell you that any breeder who is reputable would check out who they are selling to...it is not just rescues who do checks. And no one asks for bank statements that I know of. Good grief!
Oh and as for giving blood...how hilarious. Not to mention totally uncalled for. You say that you support rescue financially and yet this venom? I would venture to guess not.
I challenge each and every one of you who think there is no place for rescue and for thorough checks of where these dogs are going...both by reputable breeders and rescues to please go visit a shelter and get a good look at what reality is.

Ladyjane, first and foremost, your response was vague (and came across a little snide) and when I asked for clarification, you avoided it. What I am saying is that your response (to the enthusiastic congratulations for the PLACEMENT of a dog through these avenues) suggested that it was "sad". When I asked for clarification, you did not say "the fact that this dog is being given away is sad". That would be a warranted response. If this was your first response to the post, I could see that being your explanation. Instead, you posted it was "sad" only after you offered the rescues services - an offer that was generous - that ended up being UNNECESSARY in this situation. There is a place for rescue...for dogs that can't find homes or that are homeless due to special circumstances. This dog found a home.

As a rescue organization, the fact that this person offered this dog through this message board (full of yorkie lovers) and found her a home, as opposed to taking her to the local shelter where she could be euthanized, should be appreciated, not criticized.

This person is not throwing her dog away because she can't manage her or that she can't give the yorkie the attention it needs. She's doing it because HER CHILD'S HEALTH DEPENDS ON IT. She couldn't send a memo to the uterus saying "no allergies please". Believe me, as one yorkie lover to another, she would have if she could.

I know all about RESCUE. I've participated in animal rights events and I've donated by automatic deduction on a monthly basis to puppymillrescue.com for 4 years now. I also adopted Tahoe at 10 years old (he's now 14), albeit not from a rescue organization. I was also approved for a rescue (after several applications to various organizations, for which many never even acknowledged my application). After meeting the 4 year old rescue dog and insisting that Tahoe meet him as well before adopting him, I concluded that they weren't a good match BEFORE agreeing to take him home. (Tahoe did not seem the least bit interested.) So, I know all about rescue. You can get off your high horse. You aren't the know-all here. Plenty of people who come here read, on a daily basis, all the stories and situations you're talking about. And it sickens us too, but when things turn out good, and in this case it seems that she found a home with a family who loves her, why bring it down simply because you've seen cases where it didn't. The dog has been in her new home for a year now. I'm not about to judge someone for doing the right thing in their situation or following the happy placement of a dog to a good home - a placement that avoided her having to go through the fostering system and the repeated shuffling from home to home and person to person. I go to the Maricopa County Animal Shelter occassionally just to pet the lonely dogs and cats and show them love. I know the realities. Don't act as if you know my experiences. You don't. You also don't know that I cry every time I leave that place. And the day when I see someone find a home for a dog and not have them put their dog in a euthanizing shelter, I'm happy.

This dog is happy in its new home and it's loved. What's the problem?

[MissSophie]

I agree with those who wonder why this is sad. I understand that everyone wants these little Yorkies to be in the best possible homes. But I think about when we adopted Sophie. We got her from a family that were not professional breeders. They took our best offer. We looked them over and felt that they really loved their dogs (mom and dad and the pups), but they did not ask us questions. I am sure that all of you would feel this was wrong. In fact, they said that they had a call from an 80 year old man who had just lost his dog and wanted a female (so did we), so we took her then and there. (It was just her and her brother) Three weeks later she went into kidney failure. I am not sure if it was congenital or if she was poisoned in our home (plant?) or what. But we could have put her down. But we stuck with it for two years with weekly fluids, food, etc. Today, she is a healthy nearly six-year old. My husband still says that he is glad we got her. Maybe someone else would not have kept her alive. I am glad too. No one could have predicted what we would have done, no breeder or all the questions in the world. But she is alive, and we love her to pieces. So, for the people who are sad, try to be happy that the person who placed her is checking on her.

[JiggityJig]

Everyone seems to say that their dogs are like children, yet seem to not have a concern when someone wants to dump their yorkie because it is too big, someone in the house does not like him, barks too much, vet bills are too much, child is allergic, dog is not housebroken, dog chews on things....oh please..the list is endless.

Boy, if you think that noone here ever questions rehoming situations, you sure haven't read many threads!

We have two dogs that were rehomed with us from other families, and I can honestly tell you that these dogs are in HEAVEN now...completely pampered, adored, and cared for! Giving needy animals better homes is SO where our hearts are. And yet, we've been repeatedly turned down by rescue organizations due to over-vigorous screening processes that adhere to inflexible rules, and fail to consider each home situation individually.

ANYway....so glad to hear that Chloe, also, has found her deserved little corner of heaven on earth!!!

[TeddyandTiffy]

Originally Posted by chlodog

I have a 3 year old Yorkie named Chloe who needs a good home. My husband and I had a baby 6 months ago who is highly allergic so we have had to move chloe outside. With the baby and her being outside, she just doesn't get the time and attention she deserves. At this point, we are looking to give her away. We have her papers and there is nothing wrong with her. We can also get current vet records. We are just looking for a good loving home for her. Does anyone have any ideas on how we can go about finding her a home?

We are located in Houston, Texas.

Thank You!

Are U sure it's U're Yorkie U're baby is allerigic to? My 11.5 year old daughter has been on allergy shots since she was 13 months old and been tested and we have 3 Yorkies and she's is NEVER sick around them. Maybe U should have her tested for it before U give U're Yorkie away really, I would think twice. My daughter is on all kind of meds and still get the shots now to this day. She is highly allergic to cats, never tested for dogs, allergic to all grasses and trees, mold, dust and dust mites, some meds too and coconut. Just a thought. I'd hate to see U give U're Yorkie up and then years later find out it was something else and then U're wishing U had her back for a pet for U're little one. Hugs, Lee and babies

[MissSophie]

Originally Posted by TeddyandTiffy

Are U sure it's U're Yorkie U're baby is allerigic to? My 11.5 year old daughter has been on allergy shots since she was 13 months old and been tested and we have 3 Yorkies and she's is NEVER sick around them. Maybe U should have her tested for it before U give U're Yorkie away really, I would think twice. My daughter is on all kind of meds and still get the shots now to this day. She is highly allergic to cats, never tested for dogs, allergic to all grasses and trees, mold, dust and dust mites, some meds too and coconut. Just a thought. I'd hate to see U give U're Yorkie up and then years later find out it was something else and then U're wishing U had her back for a pet for U're little one. Hugs, Lee and babies

I agree. In fact may people choose Yorkies because they are not as likely to cause allergies. Yorkies, Poodles, and some other small dogs are less likely to create allergy problems. My thought is to find out if it is something else. I realize that you may not be able to test a tiny infant, but at least do some elimination testing. Or do you really just not have enough time for the dog now that you have a baby? Be honest.

[yougetthesmiles]

My Baby Bear came to me from a family who could no longer keep her, they were going to take her to the pound, now she has a truly loving forever home and she will NEVER see the inside of any pound!!! No Yorkie in my home town will ever see a pound if I have any say in it! I will take 50 if I have to!

We are a Yorkie Community here, we all stick together and will do what it takes to make sure a yorkie finds the best home they deserve! We have lots of friends here who are willing to open up there home and take in a older yorkie if needed!

Why take them to yorkie rescue if we don't have to?? All it takes is a post and we have people jumping on the yorkie train! Good honest people who love yorkies forever!!!