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08-07-2008, 02:37 PM | #1 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Tucson, Arizona, USA
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| Yorkie wanted in Tucson, AZ: Preliminaries Hi all - I'm new to the forum. I joined a few days after I started caring for Jack, a sweet boy who ended up in my care through a series of unfortunate events. I've wanted a Yorkie for several years now. I even rescued a much larger dog in 2006 (35 lb mix, likely American Bull dog and something smaller) from a shelter, thinking it'd be more responsible to rescue a dog in need than to buy a new puppy. And I wouldn't change that decision for the world - I love Baby with everything I have, and she's gotten me through some really tough spots. No other dog could ever replace her. (you can see pics of my sweet girl here.) BUT, I still have plenty of love and room left over, and I never did stop wanting a Yorkie. And, of course, I recently met Jack. Jack has been in my care for the past month (getting along just fine with Baby, which I was worried about because of the size difference). But Jack's previous owner may be coming to get him back, and there isn't anything I can do. It's not 100% decided yet. I'm going to try to talk to him when he comes to get him - but he's had Jack for 11 years, and I don't expect that I'll have too much luck. And I've decided that if I can't keep Jack I really do want a Yorkie of my own. I've also already filled out an application to rescue an adult yorkie if a suitable match for my living situation can be found, and I'd be happy to consider that as well from any responses here. Sooo... I'm posting this now. Because I'm sure it will take some time to find the right breeder and the right puppy. Might as well start looking now, because I'd say there's a better than 80% chance Jack will be leaving me by the end of August. I'm not sure what a breeder would want to know, so here are some things I can think of off the top of my head: - I am a 30 year old professional with a full time job, and steady in come. - I can provide a loving, stable, responsible home. Baby is my proof. She's very well taken care of, and a very happy girl. - My Yorkie will need to get along well with Baby, and with children. Besides my niece (4) and nephew (1), there are also my significant other's children (6 and 9), and my dogs will be exposed to all of them regularly. - Work keeps me away from home about 10 hours a day (9 hours + commute). I know Yorkies need to have constant companionship, and that's where I'm hoping Baby will be suitable. Jack seems to be doing perfectly fine staying home with Baby, and Baby is a much happier girl having a companion around too. - Baby is 2 years old. I've had her since she was 4 months. She has NEVER shown any dog or human aggression. She's a big love bug. You can ask Jack. - I can provide personal references, as well as references from people who can attest to how well I care for my dog (vet's, day-care and boarding providers, etc.). Please PM me if you think you can help in the event that Jack is taken away from me! Best to you all! And thanks in advance for your help! |
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08-08-2008, 08:26 PM | #2 |
Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator | WELCOME and good luck with your search! It sounds like you've put a lot of thought into this and I hope it all works out. A couple things to consider is whether or not to get a small puppy - 1) since you have a larger dog (could be dangerous, no fault of the larger dog who might try to play) - 2) since you're out of the home 10 hrs a day (yorkie puppies often need to eat, depending on the puppy, 3-4 times a day at first; plus there is potty training) - and 3) a puppy could never be alone with the 1 & 4 yr old (you'd have to be present at all times). Still, it's possible - others have done it safely - just takes a lot of planning and thought. Keep us posted on all the excitement!
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08-08-2008, 08:30 PM | #3 |
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08-08-2008, 09:02 PM | #5 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Tucson, Arizona, USA
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| good points to consider... Hi! Thank you so much for responding! I was beginning to think no-one was paying any attention! :-) You bring up some good points, which I've definitely considered. First, we found out tonight that Jack's owner definitely intends to take him back. So, we've at least established that if I really do want a Yorkie (which I do), I can begin to look in earnest. Second, I am very aware that young yorkies will need to be fed more frequently than I am home to handle. This is one of the reasons why I am not adverse to adopting an older yorkie, even an adult. As I mentioned, i have already filled out applications to rescue facilities. But I have yet to be contacted regarding a suitable match. I KNOW that my situation will require JUST the RIGHT dog, and I am willing to wait for that. Baby is still a puppy herself (granted, an older puppy - at 2 years old). I am very familiar with her play style (and yes, she unequivocally loves to play). I also am familiar with just how fragile Yorkie puppies ARE. I know you have to be careful with them wanting to jump off of furniture because they think they are so much bigger than they are, etc. I do not intend to leave Baby and any puppy alone together unsupervised - whether that requires separate x-pens for them during the day, or crating one or both of them, etc. I also have no problem employing the help of others - doggie day care facilities, dog walkers, etc. In short, I know there will be challenges and I'm willing to work on it, because I know eventually, with enough time and dedication, everything will can work itself out - especially once the puppy is older. As I mentioned, Baby gets along just fine with Jack, my 11 year old Yorkie foster. If she gets uppity, he has no trouble putting her in her place. She is a super submissive dog... As for the younger children, perhaps I should clarify. They will definitely be in my Yorkie's life, and so I have avoided adoptions where they have stated clearly NO YOUNG CHILDREN. But I never intend to leave my Yorkie unattended or unsupervised around them. I don't even do that with Baby - and maybe it's awful of me, but it's because I don't trust them. It's not that they are bad children - NOT EVEN CLOSE... I'm just that protective of Baby. Also, at the moment, and for the last several months, very little time has been spent in that house-hold, and my current living arrangements may become even more permanent. In any case, if I'm not home Baby is either with me (90% of the time) or shut in my room where the two young children cannot access her. The Yorkie would be no exception. Thanks again for your responses! It's good to know people are listening! |
08-09-2008, 05:50 AM | #6 |
Furbutts = LOVE Donating Member Moderator | Well, sounds to me like the perfect home for a soon-to-be spoiled ROTTEN yorkie, as far as I can tell! You completely "get it", in terms of all the vulnerabilities of a yorkie and clearly know exactly what it all entails - so now, I'm just rubbing my hands together in hopes that you find a perfect match. There are rescues available sometimes (weeding out scams, occasionally) - have you checked out the "Rescue" section here? Can't wait to hear of what happens in your search!
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