Able to open my heart to another little girl ...
 

This message is to let people know that I am able to take in a female Yorkie (either rescued or from a family looking for a good home). I am self employed and work from home, so the dog will rarely be left alone at any time.

My tragic story about the 10-year-old Yorkie, Annie, I rescued is chronicled here: http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=106677

Unfortunately my beloved little Annie was suffering from terminal cancer (among many other things) and was in so much pain it would have been selfish to keep her alive. Euthanizing Annie was the most painful thing I ever had to do in my life (I have tears in my eyes as I'm writing this), but she had to be put to sleep because of the incredible amount of pain she was in.

So here I am with a hole in my heart and every supply a Yorkie could possibly need thanks to having Annie (i.e. kennel, bed, blankets, toys, baby gate, food, treats, puppy bads, dishes, a harness, leashes, collars, shampoo, doggie perfume, a house with a fenced in back yard and much more).

I am in a unique situation in that I can receive unlimited veterinary care and medicine because my business belongs to a barter exchange where businesses trade services with each other (without spending cash). So as an example, I build websites for $5,000 each - which gives me $5,000 in credit to spend with any other business that belongs to the exchange (there is a vet and a pet store that belong to my the barter exchange).

My cash situation as a single mother is moderate, but I am very blessed to have this barter arrangement set up for veterinary care and pet supplies. I do not have hundreds or thousands of dollars to spend on purchasing a Yorkie, but would be able to take in rescued puppy or one where the previous owner is not looking to make money, but just the peace of mind that their dog is going to an excellent home. I live in Winnipeg, Canada and could pay the costs of shipping the right Yorkie to my city.

I have a sweet, gentle 6-year-old daughter named Hannah, who loves Yorkies just as much as I do. We own a house with a fairly large, fenced-in back yard. We treated our previous Yorkie, Annie, like a member of the family and she travelled in our car with us on excursions regularly.

We have a ton of love to give and everything ready to provide a home to the Yorkie that God blesses us with. I can provide references and answer any other questions you may have. My email address is jamiesaari@yahoo.com.

Warm Regards,

Jamie

p.s. Here are some photographs of our beloved former Yorkie, Annie.

I'm sorry about the loss of your baby :( I hope you're able to find a sweet little rescue to bring into your family.

I just re-read my previous posting and when I say "puppy" I mean a dog of almost any age. My preference is to have a dog under the age of 10-years-old because losing Annie so quickly was one of the most painful experiences I have ever gone through. I'm not sure I could bear the pain of only having another Yorkie for a short period of time again.

I always referred to 10-year-old Annie as my "puppy" and I am open to a female Yorkie of any age.

Warm Regards,

Jamie

jamie, i am so sorry about annie - she was beautiful and obviously meant so much to you and your daughter :(

i pray you find the perfect yorkie soon to fill that hole in your heart that annies passing left :( your post made me teary too!

GOOD LUCK! there are wonderful members on here and hopefully someone has a yorkie that is looking for a loving home! :)

Oh Jamie, I am so very sorry about Annie. I, too, lost a rescue after only 48 hours due to cancer. Proof positive that it only takes a few minutes for these little angels to crawl into your heart and make a home. My heart aches for you.

Please spend time on Petfinder and other rescue sites. I got my Chloe for free and my Harry for only $25.00 from a shelter. It's time consuming, but well worth it. But, first of all, pray. God knows what's in your heart and will supply your needs. Trust Him to bring the perfect little furkid into your home and it will happen.

Hugs and prayers headed your way!
Jacki

I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope and pray you will be able to find a baby to help fill the whole in your heart.

I'm sorry for your loss. I do hope you find the perfect new furbaby to love!

I am so very sorry for your loss .. I hope you find a new baby to love soon.

Hi,
Sent you an e-mail on a possibility. :)

Where in Canada are you??? Have yoiu checked with the Canadian Yorkshire Terrier rescue

I just wanted to extend an huge thank you to Omega for contacting me privately with an opportunity for a beautiful female Yorkie. The beautiful little girl we talked about wasn't right for me, but I know she will be perfect for another lucky family.

In memory of Annie, it is becoming clear the type of little girl I would like to bring into my home. I'm normally not this open about my finances but revealing this information helps readers understand what I can offer to a rescued Yorkie.

Because of my business barter/trade situation I currently have $15,000 in barter credit (from designing three websites at $5,000 each) I could decide to spend on veterinary care or at a pet store. In my personal account I have less than $1,000 cash after paying my mortgage, buying groceries, buying Christmas gifts etc. My preference is to keep my cash in my savings account for an emergency because it is the responsible thing to do.

The ideal Yorkie for me would be a little girl who is 10 years old or younger. She would be in excellent to moderate health. Providing ongoing vet care is easy for me because of my ability to spend the $15,000 I have in barter credit with an excellent vet.

I can pay for the expense of bringing the little girl to my home by plane or bus, but don't have the extra cash revenue to pay a lump sum to purchase a Yorkie. I hope this makes sense and I know that this is what Annie would want, if she were able to communicate with me.

Hi 3CrazyYorkies,

I live in Winnipeg, Manitoba - which is within easy driving distance of North Dakota or Minneapolis.

I have submitted an application to the Canadian Yorkie Rescue and am hoping for a response. My downfall is that I am unable to provide a cash donation, but have proposed the idea of immediately taking a Yorkie that needs vet care and providing her with the care she needs - instead of the rescue organizationg having to pay cash for the vet fees and then raising funds to cover it afterwards

I hope this makes sense.

Have you seen this fella? I know you said you were looking for a female, but this little guy really needs a good home :(

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...d.php?t=105052

Hi TLC,

I have read the thread you referred me to and will be contacting the owner to ask for more information.

I could open up my home to a little boy - although he would be wearing a lot of pink and sleeping in a pink bed ... LOL. Silly me, I bought Annie the most feminine, pink and purple toys, outfits and other stuff thinking I would have her for at least another five years.

I'll update you on how things go.

Warm Regards,

Jamie

I am so glad you are gonna find out about him :) His owner has been looking for a home for him for quite a while now and he won't give up until he finds him the *perfect* home. I do believe he really cares about his well being - which is really great in an owner looking to rehome a Yorkie.

I have a boy and he is the BEST! He is the lovey dovey one. He LOVES kisses and to be held and cuddled :p - Girls are great too, but there's something about a boy, I have just found them to be more affectionate :D

Best of Luck!

I am so sorry for your loss.Wishing you every success in finding your special
little Yorkie!:) :) :)

Hi,

Below is a cut and paste of the incredible miracle that happened to me today. I also posted this in my other two threads.

Warm Regards,

Jamie

Something truly unbelievable has happened and I'm still feeling like I need to give my head a shake as my wishes and dreams rarely come true in such an instant for me. Maybe it's Christmas magic ...

I received an email from the operations manager of the Humane Society in Thief River Falls, Minnesota saying that she thought I would have the perfect home for a female Yorkie she had recently rescued. The four-year-old little girl was seized from a neglectful home in the area and was suffering a horrible infestation of fleas. The humane society treated her and she no longer has fleas, but has dry skin and a bit of dandruff from the aggressive treatment they needed to give her.

She is four years old, very tiny (less than 4 pounds) and looked very cute in the photograph she sent me. My daughter and I decided to take the drive (three hours there and three hours back) today and we instantly fell in love with her. She has the most beautiful little face and a cute little overbite. We have decided to name her "Tika" (as we loved the name of Omega's Yorky named "Tinka").

Tika's personality is very much like Annie , except Tika has more confidence and curiosity like a puppy. She is very afraid of new people, but warms up much quicker than Annie did. She does not like my mother's Pug, "T-Bone", but I'm sure she will warm up to him down the road.

It is the most amazing thing, but this little girl is definitely the right one for our family. She instantly took a liking to Annie's cushion bed and is laying in her bed next to me in the same way Annie did. Both Tika and Annie tremble like crazy when they are in new situations or meeting new people.

I hope this doesn't sound strange, but I believe Annie is smiling down on us. I am so thankful Annie came into my life because she awakened my love for dogs again. There was something so special about Annie and I will continue to love her for the rest of my life. Rescuing "wounded souls" is truly my calling. I'd like to devote a month or two to fully training Tika to use her "pee pad" and adjust to our home. I may take in another Yorkie down the road, but will limit myself to no more than two dogs.

I plan to follow the story of the 8 1/2-year-old male in New York City and if he is available after Tika has settled in, I may welcome him into my home as well (if his owner agrees to rehome him with me, of course).

Here are some pictures of my new little girl. Although she looks like a puppy, she is really four years old.

aww she is beautiful! Congratulations!

Jamie,
She's absolutely beautiful! What did I tell you! God truly does answer prayers, as I did pray for you!

I hope you have many, many wonderful years with Tika.
Jacki

Tika is a little sweetheart!!!....It's so wonderful how some things are meant to be....thank goodness you two crossed paths.....

oh wow! she is so precious and beautiful!! i am sure annie is very happy and smiling down on you ;)

congratulations!!!

I have been following your story and was so happy to read this! She is such a beautiful baby :) Congratulations and I look forward to watching her bloom here on YT!

Congratulations! I am so happy that you found your new puppy!

I'm so happy for you
 

Hello
Your story just warmed my heart. I truly do think that Annie had a part in bringing this new puppy to you. Although you will never forget Annie, the happiness that the new puppy will bring you will help to heal that pain.
Best of luck to you.
Janelles
Tootsie & Teddy's Mom

:D I'm so happy you rescued this adorable little girl! Congratulations to you and your daughter!!

She is PRECIOUS!!!! Just precious!!!!

I know what you mean about feeling called to rescue. I would definitely want to do more of it if finances permitted. What a unique opportunity for blessing you have!!

Congrats!! She's beautiful and I'm so happy for you and Hannah. Good luck with your new "puppy". :)

Wow How Great for you and this sweet little girl.... I am sure she will be so very happy with you and your Daughter..
Congrats To you and Her :)

Jamie I posted before I read through. I am so happy you found your little girl. Congrats. I also meant to to tell you that I am sorry about your Annie. I lost my 10 yr. old Newman about four months ago. Like your girl Newman had cancer and we had to put him out of his misery. Lilly, is the little girl that came to us like it was fate. Best of luck with your girl. Elaine

Just wanted to let anyone who is reading this thread know that I am still open to adopting another Yorkie (male or female) of any age (young or old).

If you are looking for an excellent home that can provide virtually unlimited medical care, please drop me a line.

I cannot afford to pay a large lump sum to purchase a rescued dog, but have the ability to provide excellent regular vet care and an extremely loving home.

Continued contact, updates and even visits would be available.