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Lady of Yorkies · 08-04-2005, 02:49 AM

To Yorkies? What made you love them so much? Not a specific Yorkie but as a breed? Why did you want your first one? Or if you only have one, why did you pick a Yorkie over the other breeds?

For me I think it was the hair and the color of the first one I ever saw. I don't know what sex it was but I saw it in a magazine. LOL, you know I don't even remember what the ad was for, just the Yorkie. I was a teen then, about 35 years ago. Finally got one last year, now I have 5. I couldn't be happier. Sylvia

MeganS · 08-04-2005, 03:00 AM

My brother had wanted a yorkie FOREVER! i didn't really like them. we went to a pet store (before we knew all the things we know now) and they told us he was from a breeder. he was just soooooo cute!! we already knew we wanted a small breed, because my choc. lab is afraid of big breeds. so my dad asked to take him out. the guy took him out and handed him to my dad. he just did this thing where he put his head on your chest and licked your chin. he did that with my dad and he just fell in love with him. then my mom turned around and said no not that one, it looks like a rat. then she took it and held him and he did the same cuddling thing to her. then we all fell in love. he's what got us turned on to yorkies. we did a lot of research and learned soooo much from being on here when we got bandit. then after he died, we knew we needed another one. we found a breeder in old bridge. we went to visit and narrowed it down to 2 yorkies. the first one was a bigger one. i loved him he was soo playful!! my mom fell in love with the one who now is tucker. i thought he was too mellow now that he's home, i've been proven wrong. the breeder ended up keeping the one i wanted and named him duewy. he's now smaller than tucker. so sorry to ramble on and on but thats how we came to love the breed.

alaskayorkie · 08-04-2005, 03:02 AM

I take no credit for choosing a Yorkie. My wife researched small breeds and settled on a Yorkie because they're cute. I just fell in love with him. I originally thought it was because he was tiny and I had an instinct to protect. But we had a 3-pound chihuahua that I didn't get along with at all. I think it's the Yorkie spirit. They're big dogs in a little dog's skin. Eddie wants to play all the time. And when he looks at me with those big, dark eyes, I just can't say no.

jennifermcb · 08-04-2005, 04:06 AM

My sister has had a Yorkie for 1.5 years. We spent a lot of time together during my father's illness and passing and I noticed (and she said) how much comfort her puppy gave her during those months. Not to mention how beautiful and playful her puppy is! So we took the plunge in March, and again last Sunday!

JUDY's2yorkies · 08-04-2005, 04:31 AM

I already told everyone about my first exposure to a yorkie, after my daughter died my friend a vet asked me to help care for a yorkie who needed extra help,well I fell for it hook line and sinker,found out after the fact that she was there to help me,not as the original plan was in the beggening,after her,many years later when she went to the rainbow bridge I just had to have another one, because by this time there was no living without a yorkie, now I have 2 and wll always have at the least 2,we admit we are suckers for the breed

Luvmypupster · 08-04-2005, 04:33 AM

their cute appearance is what attracted me to the breed. Everything from the color & texture of their hair to the size.

Deegan's mom · 08-04-2005, 04:42 AM

For me their cutie pie faces were a huge factor, of course.

But also the fact that they were small enough to be portable almost anywhere was a huge plus because I love to have a pet as a constant companion, and that means pretty much going with me everywhere.

Their frisky and fiesty demeanor too. I love to be active going for long walks, bike rides, playing catch on the beach and they are able to keep up with me because they love the exercise. But they also love to be loved, and cuddled when we have down time and are relaxing. So many good points about them!

Brutus'mama · 08-04-2005, 04:47 AM

Actually a yorkie wasn't our first choice. We wanted either a Boxer, German Shepherd or Old English Mastiff. BUT after considering all the pros and cons we decided on a small dog. I figured if I couldn't have the biggest dog I'd have the smallest!

Plus I love that we don't have to walk him.

My uncle has two yorkies and I always thought they were so adorable so after a lot of research that was the dog for us. I do think they are the most beautiful breed and I love terriers.

I'll never have a different breed now. I'm totally hooked!

joy606 · 08-04-2005, 04:58 AM

Six years ago when I got my first minature dachshund, I considered a yorkie, but after having a poodle, I did not want any kind of dog that had to be groomed on a regular basis. Then I got another dachshund, why I don't know, except that I love puppies. I considered a yorkie again but passed. Then one day I just got a yen for a yorkie, they are so cute and small (mine weighs 12 pounds, but that is another story). I was obsessed until I got one and now I would not consider any other breed. They are so loving, lively, sweet and do require grooming, but he is worth it all and he gets along great with my doxies.

sshaw · 08-04-2005, 05:10 AM

When I was about 5 years old I saw a puppy in a tea cup, and my heart just soared. That was what I wanted, but in my minds eye, I saw one with long hair and bows. I did not know they truly existed till fate put me in the hand of a breeder, for which my sole purpose was to try to get back a refund for an employee that was unable to pick up a dog she had put money down on. We got to talking and he brought out my first dream girl “Tiki” who still brings tears to my eyes.

I have had 3 beautiful girls, and now my first boy. To me they are like children and my life would be barren and empty without them. That’s one thing I love about this site, everyone here pretty much agrees they are our kids. I will forever morn my little angels that I can no longer love, protect, and cuddle with, and I know I will always gather up the strength to bring up another one because I can’t imagine living without them in my life!

They are my life.

Sue

MeganS · 08-04-2005, 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by MeganS

My brother had wanted a yorkie FOREVER! i didn't really like them. we went to a pet store (before we knew all the things we know now) and they told us he was from a breeder. he was just soooooo cute!! we already knew we wanted a small breed, because my choc. lab is afraid of big breeds. so my dad asked to take him out. the guy took him out and handed him to my dad. he just did this thing where he put his head on your chest and licked your chin. he did that with my dad and he just fell in love with him. then my mom turned around and said no not that one, it looks like a rat. then she took it and held him and he did the same cuddling thing to her. then we all fell in love. he's what got us turned on to yorkies. we did a lot of research and learned soooo much from being on here when we got bandit. then after he died, we knew we needed another one. we found a breeder in old bridge. we went to visit and narrowed it down to 2 yorkies. the first one was a bigger one. i loved him he was soo playful!! my mom fell in love with the one who now is tucker. i thought he was too mellow now that he's home, i've been proven wrong. the breeder ended up keeping the one i wanted and named him duewy. he's now smaller than tucker. so sorry to ramble on and on but thats how we came to love the breed.

just wanted to add, we didn't want a yorkie. we were on our way to the puppy barn to get a cockapoo. it had been bitten by its mom so its lip was messed up. the guy said to call him on the way there, and my dad couldn't get ahold of him. after he finally got him , 45 minutes later the guy said some people came in and they were selling him now. needless to say i was upset. now i'm glad!

minniemn · 08-04-2005, 05:39 AM

I had always wanted a yorkie, and my husband always wanted a big dog. Every year we would go to the state fair and where they have the dogs, and I would be in awe over the yorkies... When we got a book on dogs and read up on them, we decided that a big dog was best for us at the time. Then my kids got older, and I was going through a rough medical time, I decided to get my dog I always wanted. So I did, and she has been a blessing.

centralnewyorki · 08-04-2005, 10:33 AM

It's been so long that I've wanted a yorkie that I can't remember the first time I saw one or what initially made the breed stand out to me. I've grown up around dogs, but they've always been larger dogs. They're well bahaved, but do typical "dog things" like jump when they're excited. What I love about yorkies is their size. Olivia gets excited and jumps and isn't in my face and doesn't almost knock me down. I HATE dog hair. Don't get me wrong- I've loved every dog we've owned, but can't stand dog hair. It always bothered me growing up and even more so when I started to have to wear professional clothes for work. I like that I can sit on the couch or the floor in anything I want and not get up covered in hair. I love the yorkie coloring. Yorkies are also beautiful dogs- they're such a delicate, beautiful breed. When I began to research yorkies, I fell more and more in love with the breed after seeing so many beautiful puppies. Yorkie puppies look like little cuddly teddy bears! I like the "neediness" of the breed and the fact that they crave attention- I wanted a dog that would rather be around me than sitting in the other room alone. I like that they're a portable breed. I always hated to bring our dogs to the kennel when we went away. A dog that is under 10 lbs is much easier to take with you than the 70 lb. lab my mom has! Olivia is my first yorkie. Now that I have her, I love her fresh personality. If I say something to her, she talks back. (But she doesn't get out of line- she realizes the difference between being a bad dog and barking at me and playing with me.) I also love that she could probably spend all day, every day just giving kisses to everyone! (She is quite the frech kisser!) She only kisses me on the mouth, but to everyone else she goes right in for the up-the-nose brain-probe! She'll stand on your chest or face and go at it as long as you'll let her! I've never had a dog before that required so much grooming, but it's those few minutes when it's just me and her that I cherish- no cat, no daddy, no toys- just us. I can't say enough for her- she is truely everything I was looking for in a dog.

chachi · 08-04-2005, 10:36 AM

For me it was that they are the cutest puppy. I like the way they look as adults also. They are a well rounded dog. I don't regret my decision. They are part of the family.

taje · 08-04-2005, 11:14 AM

I think I must've owned one in a former life, cuz one day I decided I just NEEDED a Yorkie, about 5 years ago I just had to have one and it has taken this long to get hubby to agree to it.

This is odd for me cuz I am such a Humane Soceity/Rescue advocate, not that I have anything against purebreds I just am one to go for the underdog so to speak..

Not so with my Yorkie, she had to be a Yorkie only, and 4-5 pounds . I have no clue why. She has been great for me and I imagine she'll be an important part of my life for a long time.

08-04-2005, 02:49 AM	#1
Lady of Yorkies YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,562	What drew you... To Yorkies? What made you love them so much? Not a specific Yorkie but as a breed? Why did you want your first one? Or if you only have one, why did you pick a Yorkie over the other breeds? For me I think it was the hair and the color of the first one I ever saw. I don't know what sex it was but I saw it in a magazine. LOL, you know I don't even remember what the ad was for, just the Yorkie. I was a teen then, about 35 years ago. Finally got one last year, now I have 5. I couldn't be happier. Sylvia

08-04-2005, 03:00 AM	#2
MeganS Donating YT 7000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: New Jersey Posts: 12,016 Blog Entries: 1	My brother had wanted a yorkie FOREVER! i didn't really like them. we went to a pet store (before we knew all the things we know now) and they told us he was from a breeder. he was just soooooo cute!! we already knew we wanted a small breed, because my choc. lab is afraid of big breeds. so my dad asked to take him out. the guy took him out and handed him to my dad. he just did this thing where he put his head on your chest and licked your chin. he did that with my dad and he just fell in love with him. then my mom turned around and said no not that one, it looks like a rat. then she took it and held him and he did the same cuddling thing to her. then we all fell in love. he's what got us turned on to yorkies. we did a lot of research and learned soooo much from being on here when we got bandit. then after he died, we knew we needed another one. we found a breeder in old bridge. we went to visit and narrowed it down to 2 yorkies. the first one was a bigger one. i loved him he was soo playful!! my mom fell in love with the one who now is tucker. i thought he was too mellow now that he's home, i've been proven wrong. the breeder ended up keeping the one i wanted and named him duewy. he's now smaller than tucker. so sorry to ramble on and on but thats how we came to love the breed. __________________ Megan "I have my dreams, I have made plans." - The Pirate Queen All Gave Some; Some Gave All

08-04-2005, 03:02 AM	#3
alaskayorkie Banning Thread Dictator Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Anchorage Posts: 30,843 Blog Entries: 57	I take no credit for choosing a Yorkie. My wife researched small breeds and settled on a Yorkie because they're cute. I just fell in love with him. I originally thought it was because he was tiny and I had an instinct to protect. But we had a 3-pound chihuahua that I didn't get along with at all. I think it's the Yorkie spirit. They're big dogs in a little dog's skin. Eddie wants to play all the time. And when he looks at me with those big, dark eyes, I just can't say no. __________________ Mike ~ Doting Dad to Jillie, Harper, Molly, Cooper, Eddie (RIP), Lucy (RIP), Rusty (RIP) and Jack (RIP). Check us out on YouTube

08-04-2005, 04:33 AM	#6
Luvmypupster YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: tx Posts: 624	their cute appearance is what attracted me to the breed. Everything from the color & texture of their hair to the size. __________________ Emme & Faith R.I.P. Mia & Bentley

08-04-2005, 04:42 AM	#7
Deegan's mom YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Windsor, ON Posts: 1,271	For me their cutie pie faces were a huge factor, of course. But also the fact that they were small enough to be portable almost anywhere was a huge plus because I love to have a pet as a constant companion, and that means pretty much going with me everywhere. Their frisky and fiesty demeanor too. I love to be active going for long walks, bike rides, playing catch on the beach and they are able to keep up with me because they love the exercise. But they also love to be loved, and cuddled when we have down time and are relaxing. So many good points about them! __________________ Jayde, Deegan & Trooper ~Be the change you wish to see in the world - Adopt a rescue pet~

08-04-2005, 04:06 AM	#4
jennifermcb Charmed by Sophie & Daisy Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: North Alabama Posts: 593	My sister has had a Yorkie for 1.5 years. We spent a lot of time together during my father's illness and passing and I noticed (and she said) how much comfort her puppy gave her during those months. Not to mention how beautiful and playful her puppy is! So we took the plunge in March, and again last Sunday!

08-04-2005, 04:31 AM	#5
JUDY's2yorkies YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Logan Utah Posts: 280	I already told everyone about my first exposure to a yorkie, after my daughter died my friend a vet asked me to help care for a yorkie who needed extra help,well I fell for it hook line and sinker,found out after the fact that she was there to help me,not as the original plan was in the beggening,after her,many years later when she went to the rainbow bridge I just had to have another one, because by this time there was no living without a yorkie, now I have 2 and wll always have at the least 2,we admit we are suckers for the breed

08-04-2005, 04:47 AM	#8
Brutus'mama YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: NJ Posts: 1,767	Actually a yorkie wasn't our first choice. We wanted either a Boxer, German Shepherd or Old English Mastiff. BUT after considering all the pros and cons we decided on a small dog. I figured if I couldn't have the biggest dog I'd have the smallest! Plus I love that we don't have to walk him. My uncle has two yorkies and I always thought they were so adorable so after a lot of research that was the dog for us. I do think they are the most beautiful breed and I love terriers. I'll never have a different breed now. I'm totally hooked! __________________ ~Carolyn~ Brutus' Video Montage

08-04-2005, 04:58 AM	#9
joy606 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 65	Six years ago when I got my first minature dachshund, I considered a yorkie, but after having a poodle, I did not want any kind of dog that had to be groomed on a regular basis. Then I got another dachshund, why I don't know, except that I love puppies. I considered a yorkie again but passed. Then one day I just got a yen for a yorkie, they are so cute and small (mine weighs 12 pounds, but that is another story). I was obsessed until I got one and now I would not consider any other breed. They are so loving, lively, sweet and do require grooming, but he is worth it all and he gets along great with my doxies.

08-04-2005, 05:10 AM	#10
sshaw YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: vestal Posts: 1,289	When I was about 5 years old I saw a puppy in a tea cup, and my heart just soared. That was what I wanted, but in my minds eye, I saw one with long hair and bows. I did not know they truly existed till fate put me in the hand of a breeder, for which my sole purpose was to try to get back a refund for an employee that was unable to pick up a dog she had put money down on. We got to talking and he brought out my first dream girl “Tiki” who still brings tears to my eyes. I have had 3 beautiful girls, and now my first boy. To me they are like children and my life would be barren and empty without them. That’s one thing I love about this site, everyone here pretty much agrees they are our kids. I will forever morn my little angels that I can no longer love, protect, and cuddle with, and I know I will always gather up the strength to bring up another one because I can’t imagine living without them in my life! They are my life. Sue

08-04-2005, 05:39 AM	#12
minniemn YT Addict Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 364	I had always wanted a yorkie, and my husband always wanted a big dog. Every year we would go to the state fair and where they have the dogs, and I would be in awe over the yorkies... When we got a book on dogs and read up on them, we decided that a big dog was best for us at the time. Then my kids got older, and I was going through a rough medical time, I decided to get my dog I always wanted. So I did, and she has been a blessing.

08-04-2005, 10:33 AM	#13
centralnewyorki YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Central NY state Posts: 1,741	It's been so long that I've wanted a yorkie that I can't remember the first time I saw one or what initially made the breed stand out to me. I've grown up around dogs, but they've always been larger dogs. They're well bahaved, but do typical "dog things" like jump when they're excited. What I love about yorkies is their size. Olivia gets excited and jumps and isn't in my face and doesn't almost knock me down. I HATE dog hair. Don't get me wrong- I've loved every dog we've owned, but can't stand dog hair. It always bothered me growing up and even more so when I started to have to wear professional clothes for work. I like that I can sit on the couch or the floor in anything I want and not get up covered in hair. I love the yorkie coloring. Yorkies are also beautiful dogs- they're such a delicate, beautiful breed. When I began to research yorkies, I fell more and more in love with the breed after seeing so many beautiful puppies. Yorkie puppies look like little cuddly teddy bears! I like the "neediness" of the breed and the fact that they crave attention- I wanted a dog that would rather be around me than sitting in the other room alone. I like that they're a portable breed. I always hated to bring our dogs to the kennel when we went away. A dog that is under 10 lbs is much easier to take with you than the 70 lb. lab my mom has! Olivia is my first yorkie. Now that I have her, I love her fresh personality. If I say something to her, she talks back. (But she doesn't get out of line- she realizes the difference between being a bad dog and barking at me and playing with me.) I also love that she could probably spend all day, every day just giving kisses to everyone! (She is quite the frech kisser!) She only kisses me on the mouth, but to everyone else she goes right in for the up-the-nose brain-probe! She'll stand on your chest or face and go at it as long as you'll let her! I've never had a dog before that required so much grooming, but it's those few minutes when it's just me and her that I cherish- no cat, no daddy, no toys- just us. I can't say enough for her- she is truely everything I was looking for in a dog. __________________ Susan & Olivia Visit Olivia's Dogster Page!

08-04-2005, 10:36 AM	#14
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	For me it was that they are the cutest puppy. I like the way they look as adults also. They are a well rounded dog. I don't regret my decision. They are part of the family. __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

08-04-2005, 11:14 AM	#15
taje Pita Power!! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Port St Lucie, FL Posts: 982	I think I must've owned one in a former life, cuz one day I decided I just NEEDED a Yorkie, about 5 years ago I just had to have one and it has taken this long to get hubby to agree to it. This is odd for me cuz I am such a Humane Soceity/Rescue advocate, not that I have anything against purebreds I just am one to go for the underdog so to speak.. Not so with my Yorkie, she had to be a Yorkie only, and 4-5 pounds . I have no clue why. She has been great for me and I imagine she'll be an important part of my life for a long time.