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Chisholma27 · 03-09-2011, 11:38 AM

Hello everyone, I purchased a very very very timid yorkie at a puppy
store about 5 months ago. We named her Duchess shes 4.2lbs, she was at the puppy store for I'm guessing her entire life (11 months when we got her), She has slowly came around and is no longer scared of noises or car rides/people. She seems to love dogs her size and not really care for large ones or ones that are high energy, I would love to get her a sister.
She is a very picky eater, I went though every flavor Natural Balance and it seemed we had a winner with the duck flavor then she stopped eating it.

My question is I am currently feeding her Royal canine minis with Beneful wet food, she loves the Lamb one in the green container. Is Beneful wet food bad? She loves it and her poos are solid with the mix of the foods.

My 2nd question: She gets lonely/mad my wife and I are gone at work, she flips her pee pad and pees where it would normally be. We have thought about getting a 2nd little one for her so she can can company and someone to play with but cant afford most dogs...so I walk into the groomers today and I see the cutest little Blonde/Brown yorkie about 3.5lbs in the gromming room and I ask about her situation, come to find out
her owners moved back to China and gaver her to the groomer about a week ago. Shes 2 year old and healthy and $150.00 because they just want to find her a good home. Do you think this is some sort of sign? lol

Thanks so much!

Alex

Bentleys Momma · 03-09-2011, 01:17 PM

Welcome to YT! There is a GREAT thread on here that talks about kibble that you could be very helpful for you. I don't know how to link to it so hopefully someone will help me out

As far as a "sign" for getting a second yorkie, my only advice is to remember that the purchase price is such a small portion of the costs by the time you start adding in vet bills, etc.

We wish you the best on your decision!

chachi · 03-09-2011, 01:20 PM

That yorkie wont be there long for $150 thats a steal for a yorkie

Nancy1999 · 03-09-2011, 01:28 PM

Hi, and welcome to Yorkietalk. Joey use to only want to use the pee pad one time, and he'd flip it over when he was done. He hated a dirty pee pad. Could this be what's happening with your girl? I switched to washable pee pads, and he has matured enough so he's not as fussy about using a used pee pad. If you are going to be gone much of the day, another yorkie could be a great companion, but as other have said, don't forget all the extra expenses.

Patti · 03-09-2011, 01:44 PM

Welcome. If you can financially swing a 2nd yorkie I would go for it. It sounds like a sign to me. Could you bring Dutchess to meet her to see how they get along? My 3 girls get along great and are great company for each other. A little older dog sounds like it might be best for Dutchess. Please keep us posted.

Rhetts_mama · 03-09-2011, 01:48 PM

It's twice the grooming, vetting and food, but far more than twice the mischief

. Honestly, I think they do better in multiples. If you can afford it, I say give it a go.

As for the food, Beneful is a pretty junkie food, so I would try and see if you could substitute a higher quality one to avoid tummy troubles later on.

Maximo · 03-09-2011, 01:51 PM

Welcome to YorkieTalk Alex.

My older boy was the same as Nancy's Joey with piddle pads. He wanted them changed after each use, but he eventually grew out of it. Sometimes he would play with the piddle pad when I left him in the house alone. You could try putting a second one down for awhile, so that she has two to choose from.

I agree about the cost of raising two dogs. The most important thing to remember is that you have to plan for the possibility of a costly medical emergency. With 2, the risk increases. I was worried that my first boy was lonely, and he does enjoy his brother, but I think both of my boys would be fine as only children. As long as Duchess has loads of attention from you when you are home, she will be fine.

Chisholma27 · 03-09-2011, 02:11 PM

Thanks for the advice, I went back to pick up Duchess and I took both dogs in a side room and let them feel eachother out. The 2 year old is now the timid one and Duchess is going nuts with excitement.

Soooo I offered $100.00 and they said ok, Oh my goodness I have Duchess and Coco now lol

Brought them back to my office and Duchess is in love, wont leave Coco alone (coco is her original name) duchess is doing the rolling around low stance trying to entice Coco to play...it is soo cute, she never does this.

Coco is of course hesitant of everything going on, I know that they can act a bit off for the first few weeks getting to know and new environment but she is doing pretty well.

1 Awesome thing about Coco she is not a picky eater... it might show Duchess to eat what is infront of you (survival of the fittest) type of thing...which is awesome... I got duchess to eat her first piece of Broccoli because she saw Coco wolf it down...

I'm pretty excited =)

miabellaamoure · 03-09-2011, 02:19 PM

solution for flipping pee-pads are the pee-pad tray holders!

oops...forgot, welcome to YT and don't forget to post a pic of your babies!

Chisholma27 · 03-09-2011, 02:29 PM

Here's pics from today

jojomima · 03-09-2011, 03:50 PM

Must have been a sign. Best of luck and welcome to YT!

Maximo · 03-09-2011, 04:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chisholma27

Here's pics from today

Absolutely adorable! Congratulations. Duchess and Coco look like a great match. Enjoy!

Patti · 03-09-2011, 04:12 PM

That's great!! It was meant to be. A little competition does wonders for their appetites. It sounds like Duchess needed a canine companion. She will have someone with her all the time now. Congratulations. She is adorable.

kjcmsw · 03-09-2011, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chisholma27

Hello everyone, I purchased a very very very timid yorkie at a puppy
store about 5 months ago. We named her Duchess shes 4.2lbs, she was at the puppy store for I'm guessing her entire life (11 months when we got her), She has slowly came around and is no longer scared of noises or car rides/people. She seems to love dogs her size and not really care for large ones or ones that are high energy, I would love to get her a sister.
She is a very picky eater, I went though every flavor Natural Balance and it seemed we had a winner with the duck flavor then she stopped eating it.

My question is I am currently feeding her Royal canine minis with Beneful wet food, she loves the Lamb one in the green container. Is Beneful wet food bad? She loves it and her poos are solid with the mix of the foods.

My 2nd question: She gets lonely/mad my wife and I are gone at work, she flips her pee pad and pees where it would normally be. We have thought about getting a 2nd little one for her so she can can company and someone to play with but cant afford most dogs...so I walk into the groomers today and I see the cutest little Blonde/Brown yorkie about 3.5lbs in the gromming room and I ask about her situation, come to find out
her owners moved back to China and gaver her to the groomer about a week ago. Shes 2 year old and healthy and $150.00 because they just want to find her a good home. Do you think this is some sort of sign? lol

Thanks so much!

Alex

Yes, take it as a sign and go for it. Though I would have the two spend some time together and make sure they'll get along and I wouldn't leave them home alone untended for a while. Separate one in the bathroom/whatever/while you're gone for a few days. Watch their interaction closely every evening.
Royal Canin is good. I've heard not so good things about Beneful but if it helps them eat it...then that makes it good. I would just use more of the RC (dry) than wet.
Good Luck.

Rhetts_mama · 03-09-2011, 04:19 PM

Congratulations. They are both adorable.

03-09-2011, 11:38 AM	#1
Chisholma27 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fullerton, CA. USA Posts: 11	New to YorkieTalk - Couple Questions - Hello everyone, I purchased a very very very timid yorkie at a puppy store about 5 months ago. We named her Duchess shes 4.2lbs, she was at the puppy store for I'm guessing her entire life (11 months when we got her), She has slowly came around and is no longer scared of noises or car rides/people. She seems to love dogs her size and not really care for large ones or ones that are high energy, I would love to get her a sister. She is a very picky eater, I went though every flavor Natural Balance and it seemed we had a winner with the duck flavor then she stopped eating it. My question is I am currently feeding her Royal canine minis with Beneful wet food, she loves the Lamb one in the green container. Is Beneful wet food bad? She loves it and her poos are solid with the mix of the foods. My 2nd question: She gets lonely/mad my wife and I are gone at work, she flips her pee pad and pees where it would normally be. We have thought about getting a 2nd little one for her so she can can company and someone to play with but cant afford most dogs...so I walk into the groomers today and I see the cutest little Blonde/Brown yorkie about 3.5lbs in the gromming room and I ask about her situation, come to find out her owners moved back to China and gaver her to the groomer about a week ago. Shes 2 year old and healthy and $150.00 because they just want to find her a good home. Do you think this is some sort of sign? lol Thanks so much! Alex

03-09-2011, 01:17 PM	#2
Bentleys Momma YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 793	Welcome to YT! There is a GREAT thread on here that talks about kibble that you could be very helpful for you. I don't know how to link to it so hopefully someone will help me out As far as a "sign" for getting a second yorkie, my only advice is to remember that the purchase price is such a small portion of the costs by the time you start adding in vet bills, etc. We wish you the best on your decision! __________________ "If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went." — Will Rogers Last edited by Bentleys Momma; 03-09-2011 at 01:17 PM. Reason: typo :-)

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chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	That yorkie wont be there long for $150 thats a steal for a yorkie __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

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Nancy1999 I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 25,396 Blog Entries: 2	Hi, and welcome to Yorkietalk. Joey use to only want to use the pee pad one time, and he'd flip it over when he was done. He hated a dirty pee pad. Could this be what's happening with your girl? I switched to washable pee pads, and he has matured enough so he's not as fussy about using a used pee pad. If you are going to be gone much of the day, another yorkie could be a great companion, but as other have said, don't forget all the extra expenses. __________________ NancyJoey Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB and YAP! ** Just Say No to Puppymills – Join YAP! Yorkshire Terrier Club of America – Breeder Referrals

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Patti Donating YT 30K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 35,509 Blog Entries: 6	Welcome. If you can financially swing a 2nd yorkie I would go for it. It sounds like a sign to me. Could you bring Dutchess to meet her to see how they get along? My 3 girls get along great and are great company for each other. A little older dog sounds like it might be best for Dutchess. Please keep us posted. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : RIP Nikki; RIP Maya;RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

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Rhetts_mama Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,959 Blog Entries: 1	It's twice the grooming, vetting and food, but far more than twice the mischief . Honestly, I think they do better in multiples. If you can afford it, I say give it a go. As for the food, Beneful is a pretty junkie food, so I would try and see if you could substitute a higher quality one to avoid tummy troubles later on. __________________ Don't get your knickers in a knot. Nothing is solved and it just makes you walk funny.

03-09-2011, 01:51 PM	#7
Maximo ♥ Maximo and Teddy Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 25,045	Welcome to YorkieTalk Alex. My older boy was the same as Nancy's Joey with piddle pads. He wanted them changed after each use, but he eventually grew out of it. Sometimes he would play with the piddle pad when I left him in the house alone. You could try putting a second one down for awhile, so that she has two to choose from. I agree about the cost of raising two dogs. The most important thing to remember is that you have to plan for the possibility of a costly medical emergency. With 2, the risk increases. I was worried that my first boy was lonely, and he does enjoy his brother, but I think both of my boys would be fine as only children. As long as Duchess has loads of attention from you when you are home, she will be fine. __________________ Kristin, Max and Teddy

03-09-2011, 02:11 PM	#8
Chisholma27 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fullerton, CA. USA Posts: 11	Thanks for the advice, I went back to pick up Duchess and I took both dogs in a side room and let them feel eachother out. The 2 year old is now the timid one and Duchess is going nuts with excitement. Soooo I offered $100.00 and they said ok, Oh my goodness I have Duchess and Coco now lol Brought them back to my office and Duchess is in love, wont leave Coco alone (coco is her original name) duchess is doing the rolling around low stance trying to entice Coco to play...it is soo cute, she never does this. Coco is of course hesitant of everything going on, I know that they can act a bit off for the first few weeks getting to know and new environment but she is doing pretty well. 1 Awesome thing about Coco she is not a picky eater... it might show Duchess to eat what is infront of you (survival of the fittest) type of thing...which is awesome... I got duchess to eat her first piece of Broccoli because she saw Coco wolf it down... I'm pretty excited =)

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miabellaamoure ♥YORKIERESCUE.com♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Menifee, CA Posts: 8,708	solution for flipping pee-pads are the pee-pad tray holders! oops...forgot, welcome to YT and don't forget to post a pic of your babies! __________________ Jo Ann Abby, Bella , Phoebe & Violette....

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Chisholma27 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Fullerton, CA. USA Posts: 11	Here's pics from today Attached Thumbnails

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jojomima Owned by Shadow Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Medford, NJ, USA Posts: 576	Must have been a sign. Best of luck and welcome to YT!

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Patti Donating YT 30K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 35,509 Blog Entries: 6	That's great!! It was meant to be. A little competition does wonders for their appetites. It sounds like Duchess needed a canine companion. She will have someone with her all the time now. Congratulations. She is adorable. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : RIP Nikki; RIP Maya;RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html Last edited by Patti; 03-09-2011 at 04:13 PM.

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Rhetts_mama Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,959 Blog Entries: 1	Congratulations. They are both adorable. __________________ Don't get your knickers in a knot. Nothing is solved and it just makes you walk funny.