Getting a chorkie? Any advice - YorkieTalk.com Forums

heather85 · 04-17-2008, 05:40 AM

First of let me start by introducing myself. My name is Heather and I am 22 years old will be 23 in June. I have been married for almost 3 years and we have a almost 2 year old. I started off by looking for a cat because my husband said absolutly not about a dog ( we have a brand new house and he is worried about accidents on the carpet. But his mom said she had saw in the paper that alot of yorkies come litter trained. So I told him this and he was ok with getting one.

I have found someone local that sells yorkies but he also had chorkies available and we ended up wanting one of those instead, just curious to see if anyone had any advice that most dont know but that I need to know?

He is so little he weighs like a half pound at 6 weeks. Is that going to be a small dog?

Thanks in advance for any advice!

nikkinack · 04-17-2008, 07:04 AM

I hope it is ok if I am honest, in the end do what you think is best. The people who breed both yorkies and mixes are probably not the best breeders and do not do proper health testing, which in the end means huge vet bills for you. Also when they say litter trained that is an a maybe

when you bring the pup home it takes a period of time to adjust to its new environment a few weeks where it will go potty on your floor. As far as size, this is going to be a small dog so you need to think about the pup and your child, a dog of this size takes time and dedication, more than likely it will need nutra cal for(hypoglycemia) common in small dogs and special food it will probably not like so you will have to take the time to hand feed. Also he/she will be very fragile so if your baby even hits it or steps on it once the pup could suffer serious injury or death. There have been members dogs who have passed from being dropped and stepped on, so don’t say it can’t happen it is easier than you think. Now saying that I have a mix and lover her to death, I would not trade her for the world. I am 23 and also married and my husband is in grad school, we have spent every penny of our savings and vacation money on Lily’s health and hypoglycemia thousands and thousands of dollars not to mention the time off work. This is not true for all mixes and also happens to well breed dog. Just food for thought, if you want to talk more you can also PM me, Good luck in your decision.

Erin · 04-17-2008, 07:49 AM

Hi! I'm going to be honest with you because I think your expectations are too high. Puppies do not come housetrained. They will still pee on your carpets. Mine were both over 1 year old before they were fully housetrained and it was like a full time job getting them to that point. They will still get sick and puke on your carpet - it's inevitable.

We often have people post about how their husband demands the dog be housetrained by 6 months old or whatever the case and it could take longer than that by no fault of the dog! Either the owner is not consistent with the training or their bodies are not mature enough to be fully trained.

There are plenty of chorkies, puggles, maltipoos, yorkiepoos, etc in the shelters that need homes so please look there first! If you are so concerned with housetraining, it might be best to get an adult who is already trained anyway! Otherwise I guarantee you will be stepping in puddles for months!

I second nikkinack on the expense too. Please be sure that you and your husband both understand the expenses. Loki is 3 and Sammy is 2. I've never added it all up exactly but we have spent at least $5000 on medical expenses for both of them. Sammy had LP surgery and was spayed. Loki was neutered and was a pretty sick puppy with digestive issues that thankfully have cleared but vet visits and meds are pricey. Loki had multiple UTI's and other issues too. He is now on a medication for life that is $130 a month. It sounds like your husband isn't being very supportive so we just want to make sure that you won't be put into a difficult position, that's all.

Lynn WDW · 04-17-2008, 07:50 AM

The puppy is definitely going to "go" on your carpet unless you keep it off of it. Completely off of it at all times. I don't know what a chorkie is but my yorkie now and my pom before both went on the carpet. If you are worried about that don't get one. It will only frustrate you and the dog.

yml · 04-17-2008, 07:56 AM

a Chorkie?

Jeri Cunningham · 04-17-2008, 07:57 AM

Welcome to Yorkie talk and good luck!

I agree with everyone else, there is no way you can get a puppy fully potty trained. Your new house will be 'broke' in before the puppy is fully trained. Also a puppy is alot of work so make sure you are up for it.

If you have really thought this thru and are sure a puppy will work for you get lots of references before buying the puppy and get a health guarantee

Tytainea · 04-17-2008, 08:02 AM

I believe a chorkie ia a yorkie Chihuahua mix.

diggy4 · 04-17-2008, 08:03 AM

my best advice is lots of kisses and enjoy!!!!

4gracealone · 04-17-2008, 08:22 AM

Ugh, I do not know how to say this in a 'nice' way...

You should NOT get a dog at all. Your husband is more concerned with things than with people/pets and that is a recipie for disaster.

Your pet will end up having accidents/messes and will result in your husband being resentful of the pet and in the end he will resent you for getting the pet.

Yorkies CAN be trained to go on pads/in litter boxes... BUT, they will still mark areas, have nervous piddles or just out of an attitude poo somewhere when they get in a mood. (it happens!)

It is sad that your husband is so focused on THINGS, but you most likely will not change him.

katelin · 04-17-2008, 08:26 AM

I'd have to agree about the potty training advice above. Further, I'd be more than a little worried about such a tiny fragile dog in a home with a 2 yr old. They can't help tripping or stepping on the little dogs, and it can be very frustrating trying to teach a child to love a little puppy and keep the puppy safe at the same time. I'd re-think the breed of dog for these reasons. What we call "teapot" yorkies are larger, sturdier examples of a Yorkie and might make a better choice for you -- or go even larger if you could stand the larger messes.

Checking out other threads here may help you as well in your decision making.

Priscilla80 · 04-17-2008, 08:45 AM

I dont know what a chorkie is,. but it sounds SMALL lol

Have you ever had a dog before???
I think its not smart to take a dog and think they come potty trained..
All dogs especially puppys will pee when they want they love the soft underground like carpet. When they say potty trained it means that they know where to do it and that the puppy does most of the time good with his brothers and sisters. I think its a sellers trick.. and when you would say he is not doing potty on the pads.. they will say: Oh i think he needs to get adjust or he is stressed.. or with us he always did it good.

Puppies they have accidents too .. cause a puppy cant hold his pee he dont have control yet. (they are like babys) he can have diarrhea when he needs his pills or pasta for his worms.. so then you really have a problem.. especially when you have carpet.
Also I agree when the dog is small ...with a 2 -year old is not really handy.. cause they are very fragile.

I wanted a small dog.. but im really lucky mine is bigger at the end.. cause i have 2 other dogs too.
Also my friend got a small yorkie and it needs a lot more attention medical wise then a bigger one in my opinion. cause they are not that strong as a bigger yorkie is...

In my Opinion i wouldnt take a Cat or a Dog..
when you decide to have a pet for home.. a cat or dog there is always a chance also with cats that they pee inside and have accidents..
My sister has a cat and he is soooo sweet.. he does everything where he must go,. but even he is fixed he still pee's inside sometimes.. on the carpet and on her books.. and wherever he wants too. especially when she cleaned the house..
some cats are just like that.
And with dogs its the same .... they can have accidents and they sometimes puke.. because they ate something from the garden or whatever...

Good luck anyways
love Priscilla and Snickers

PrincessDiana · 04-17-2008, 09:06 AM

I wanted to wish you good luck with your search. You've definitely come to right place to find answers.

While it maybe a bit abrasive, the advice you have been given is good advice. I would highly recommend you listen to it. These people have first hand experience, as do I, and they are right.

Of course the choice is ultimately up to you. Good luck in whatever you decide to do.

And welcome to YT.

Lynn WDW · 04-17-2008, 09:26 AM

I forgot to mention the chewing. Baxter chews on everything!! Including the bottom of doors!! Our house is not very old and this has been somewhat frustrating. And he chewed a hole in a throw rug. And he chewed his name tag that was on him! I love him to death and I don't have any children so he is my baby. I just want you to be prepared. He is full-time. And has to be taken out to pee in the middle of the night. I don't mean to be discouraging I just think you already have a lot with a two year old.

aerialla · 04-17-2008, 10:53 AM

It's not my job to tell someone whether or not they should get a dog, that is something that has to be discussed inside the home so I won't give you that kind of advice.

Puppies though will be puppies, they will have accidents on the floor, they will chew, they will bite even in play and can hurt a small child if bitten too hard, they will whine, they will cry, and they will bark.

They are in a sense a toddler, much like you already have a home. A human child can literally love a puppy to death, often times squeezed to hard or suffocated with cuddling. This is worse when it is a very small dog involved.

You made the best choice in coming here for advice and information, but your homework is not done and even once the pet is home will never be done. Talk not only to the knowledgeable people here but also to a vet and most importantly to your spouse. Make it something that you can both learn about together and then decide if a puppy is the right choice for your family.

Good Luck!

heather85 · 04-17-2008, 11:03 AM

I would never believe that a dog would come fully trained, I just liked the fact that alot of what I have read is that after the hard time of training they do end up being one of the best dogs you could have inside. And this dog will absolutley NOT be on my carpet until he is fully trained!! He will be shut off from all the carpet, we have hard floors in the kitchen, hallway, breezeway and dining room. My husband feeling the way he does in my opinion is not bad its a good thing no one wants pee on the carpet of a brand new house, but when you do want a dog inside you can make it work. We have read about the belly bands or diapers for the dog and we will probably do that IF he is ever on the carpet.

I want to go ahead and get a dog now while my son is young so he can grow up with him, I only want 1 kid so this will have to be his sibling so to speak.
And if you would ever meet my son you would be amazed by how gentle he is with any animals or babies. Of course he will be supervised until the dog is older and I know he can trip over the dog or whatever but he has been around my dads jack russell puppies for almost 2 months now and I would not worry about him with them at all. He understands they are little and you have to be careful.

04-17-2008, 05:40 AM	#1
heather85 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: North Carolina Posts: 11	Getting a chorkie? Any advice First of let me start by introducing myself. My name is Heather and I am 22 years old will be 23 in June. I have been married for almost 3 years and we have a almost 2 year old. I started off by looking for a cat because my husband said absolutly not about a dog ( we have a brand new house and he is worried about accidents on the carpet. But his mom said she had saw in the paper that alot of yorkies come litter trained. So I told him this and he was ok with getting one. I have found someone local that sells yorkies but he also had chorkies available and we ended up wanting one of those instead, just curious to see if anyone had any advice that most dont know but that I need to know? He is so little he weighs like a half pound at 6 weeks. Is that going to be a small dog? Thanks in advance for any advice!

04-17-2008, 07:04 AM	#2
nikkinack YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Mid Michigan Posts: 1,510	I hope it is ok if I am honest, in the end do what you think is best. The people who breed both yorkies and mixes are probably not the best breeders and do not do proper health testing, which in the end means huge vet bills for you. Also when they say litter trained that is an a maybe when you bring the pup home it takes a period of time to adjust to its new environment a few weeks where it will go potty on your floor. As far as size, this is going to be a small dog so you need to think about the pup and your child, a dog of this size takes time and dedication, more than likely it will need nutra cal for(hypoglycemia) common in small dogs and special food it will probably not like so you will have to take the time to hand feed. Also he/she will be very fragile so if your baby even hits it or steps on it once the pup could suffer serious injury or death. There have been members dogs who have passed from being dropped and stepped on, so don’t say it can’t happen it is easier than you think. Now saying that I have a mix and lover her to death, I would not trade her for the world. I am 23 and also married and my husband is in grad school, we have spent every penny of our savings and vacation money on Lily’s health and hypoglycemia thousands and thousands of dollars not to mention the time off work. This is not true for all mixes and also happens to well breed dog. Just food for thought, if you want to talk more you can also PM me, Good luck in your decision. __________________ Member of Petite Pups United and Spoiled Rotten Club Proud member of the CrAzYcLuB

04-17-2008, 07:49 AM	#3
Erin Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Chicago Suburbs Posts: 3,306	Hi! I'm going to be honest with you because I think your expectations are too high. Puppies do not come housetrained. They will still pee on your carpets. Mine were both over 1 year old before they were fully housetrained and it was like a full time job getting them to that point. They will still get sick and puke on your carpet - it's inevitable. We often have people post about how their husband demands the dog be housetrained by 6 months old or whatever the case and it could take longer than that by no fault of the dog! Either the owner is not consistent with the training or their bodies are not mature enough to be fully trained. There are plenty of chorkies, puggles, maltipoos, yorkiepoos, etc in the shelters that need homes so please look there first! If you are so concerned with housetraining, it might be best to get an adult who is already trained anyway! Otherwise I guarantee you will be stepping in puddles for months! I second nikkinack on the expense too. Please be sure that you and your husband both understand the expenses. Loki is 3 and Sammy is 2. I've never added it all up exactly but we have spent at least $5000 on medical expenses for both of them. Sammy had LP surgery and was spayed. Loki was neutered and was a pretty sick puppy with digestive issues that thankfully have cleared but vet visits and meds are pricey. Loki had multiple UTI's and other issues too. He is now on a medication for life that is $130 a month. It sounds like your husband isn't being very supportive so we just want to make sure that you won't be put into a difficult position, that's all. __________________ Erin, Sammy & Loki Sewing patterns and tutorials @ www.dogundermydesk.com Last edited by Erin; 04-17-2008 at 07:53 AM.

04-17-2008, 07:56 AM	#5
yml Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 450	What Is~ a Chorkie? __________________ Yvonne, Charlie, and Henry

04-17-2008, 07:57 AM	#6
Jeri Cunningham Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Hercules,CA Posts: 2,057 Blog Entries: 1	Welcome to Yorkie talk and good luck! I agree with everyone else, there is no way you can get a puppy fully potty trained. Your new house will be 'broke' in before the puppy is fully trained. Also a puppy is alot of work so make sure you are up for it. If you have really thought this thru and are sure a puppy will work for you get lots of references before buying the puppy and get a health guarantee __________________ Mandy & Krissy & Teddy & Chelsey & Kayla Non-Yorkie: Rusty & Biewers: Darla & Spanky The Little Rascals

04-17-2008, 07:50 AM	#4
Lynn WDW YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Georgia Posts: 397	The puppy is definitely going to "go" on your carpet unless you keep it off of it. Completely off of it at all times. I don't know what a chorkie is but my yorkie now and my pom before both went on the carpet. If you are worried about that don't get one. It will only frustrate you and the dog.

04-17-2008, 08:02 AM	#7
Tytainea Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 215	I believe a chorkie ia a yorkie Chihuahua mix. __________________ http://www.dogster.com/dogs/514142 Hope Springs In Turtles!

04-17-2008, 08:03 AM	#8
diggy4 Bella Boo & Diggy Too! Donating GS Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Detroit Posts: 6,156 Blog Entries: 5	my best advice is lots of kisses and enjoy!!!! __________________ ALL DOGS GO TO HEAVEN

04-17-2008, 08:22 AM	#9
4gracealone Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Arizona Posts: 248	Ugh, I do not know how to say this in a 'nice' way... You should NOT get a dog at all. Your husband is more concerned with things than with people/pets and that is a recipie for disaster. Your pet will end up having accidents/messes and will result in your husband being resentful of the pet and in the end he will resent you for getting the pet. Yorkies CAN be trained to go on pads/in litter boxes... BUT, they will still mark areas, have nervous piddles or just out of an attitude poo somewhere when they get in a mood. (it happens!) It is sad that your husband is so focused on THINGS, but you most likely will not change him. __________________ Kimberley mom of 4 humans Jordan '88, Jared '90, Jaina '96, Justus '01 and 2 yorkie babies Zoe and Zorak '07(littermates).RNzfoster on myspace

04-17-2008, 08:26 AM	#10
katelin YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: California Posts: 1,778	I'd have to agree about the potty training advice above. Further, I'd be more than a little worried about such a tiny fragile dog in a home with a 2 yr old. They can't help tripping or stepping on the little dogs, and it can be very frustrating trying to teach a child to love a little puppy and keep the puppy safe at the same time. I'd re-think the breed of dog for these reasons. What we call "teapot" yorkies are larger, sturdier examples of a Yorkie and might make a better choice for you -- or go even larger if you could stand the larger messes. Checking out other threads here may help you as well in your decision making. __________________ *LaVail Yorkshire Terriers*

04-17-2008, 08:45 AM	#11
Priscilla80 BANNED! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: The Hague(Den Haag)The Netherlands Posts: 370	I dont know what a chorkie is,. but it sounds SMALL lol Have you ever had a dog before??? I think its not smart to take a dog and think they come potty trained.. All dogs especially puppys will pee when they want they love the soft underground like carpet. When they say potty trained it means that they know where to do it and that the puppy does most of the time good with his brothers and sisters. I think its a sellers trick.. and when you would say he is not doing potty on the pads.. they will say: Oh i think he needs to get adjust or he is stressed.. or with us he always did it good. Puppies they have accidents too .. cause a puppy cant hold his pee he dont have control yet. (they are like babys) he can have diarrhea when he needs his pills or pasta for his worms.. so then you really have a problem.. especially when you have carpet. Also I agree when the dog is small ...with a 2 -year old is not really handy.. cause they are very fragile. I wanted a small dog.. but im really lucky mine is bigger at the end.. cause i have 2 other dogs too. Also my friend got a small yorkie and it needs a lot more attention medical wise then a bigger one in my opinion. cause they are not that strong as a bigger yorkie is... In my Opinion i wouldnt take a Cat or a Dog.. when you decide to have a pet for home.. a cat or dog there is always a chance also with cats that they pee inside and have accidents.. My sister has a cat and he is soooo sweet.. he does everything where he must go,. but even he is fixed he still pee's inside sometimes.. on the carpet and on her books.. and wherever he wants too. especially when she cleaned the house.. some cats are just like that. And with dogs its the same .... they can have accidents and they sometimes puke.. because they ate something from the garden or whatever... Good luck anyways love Priscilla and Snickers

04-17-2008, 09:06 AM	#12
PrincessDiana I ♥ Franklin & Maggie Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,068	I wanted to wish you good luck with your search. You've definitely come to right place to find answers. While it maybe a bit abrasive, the advice you have been given is good advice. I would highly recommend you listen to it. These people have first hand experience, as do I, and they are right. Of course the choice is ultimately up to you. Good luck in whatever you decide to do. And welcome to YT. __________________ Diana , Mommy to Franklin, Maggie, Oliver, and Millie - RIP Piper

04-17-2008, 09:26 AM	#13
Lynn WDW YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Georgia Posts: 397	I forgot to mention the chewing. Baxter chews on everything!! Including the bottom of doors!! Our house is not very old and this has been somewhat frustrating. And he chewed a hole in a throw rug. And he chewed his name tag that was on him! I love him to death and I don't have any children so he is my baby. I just want you to be prepared. He is full-time. And has to be taken out to pee in the middle of the night. I don't mean to be discouraging I just think you already have a lot with a two year old.

04-17-2008, 10:53 AM	#14
aerialla Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Lima, Ohio Posts: 86	It's not my job to tell someone whether or not they should get a dog, that is something that has to be discussed inside the home so I won't give you that kind of advice. Puppies though will be puppies, they will have accidents on the floor, they will chew, they will bite even in play and can hurt a small child if bitten too hard, they will whine, they will cry, and they will bark. They are in a sense a toddler, much like you already have a home. A human child can literally love a puppy to death, often times squeezed to hard or suffocated with cuddling. This is worse when it is a very small dog involved. You made the best choice in coming here for advice and information, but your homework is not done and even once the pet is home will never be done. Talk not only to the knowledgeable people here but also to a vet and most importantly to your spouse. Make it something that you can both learn about together and then decide if a puppy is the right choice for your family. Good Luck! __________________ Proud Mama of Wednesday!!!

04-17-2008, 11:03 AM	#15
heather85 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: North Carolina Posts: 11	I would never believe that a dog would come fully trained, I just liked the fact that alot of what I have read is that after the hard time of training they do end up being one of the best dogs you could have inside. And this dog will absolutley NOT be on my carpet until he is fully trained!! He will be shut off from all the carpet, we have hard floors in the kitchen, hallway, breezeway and dining room. My husband feeling the way he does in my opinion is not bad its a good thing no one wants pee on the carpet of a brand new house, but when you do want a dog inside you can make it work. We have read about the belly bands or diapers for the dog and we will probably do that IF he is ever on the carpet. I want to go ahead and get a dog now while my son is young so he can grow up with him, I only want 1 kid so this will have to be his sibling so to speak. And if you would ever meet my son you would be amazed by how gentle he is with any animals or babies. Of course he will be supervised until the dog is older and I know he can trip over the dog or whatever but he has been around my dads jack russell puppies for almost 2 months now and I would not worry about him with them at all. He understands they are little and you have to be careful.