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Mary4 · 01-26-2012, 03:42 PM

After a lot of thought and with a heavy heart, I realize I need to rehome my yorkie, Charlie. I'm hoping maybe someone here can advise me on the best way to do this. I live in a suburb not far from Boston. I just want to make sure he goes to a good home.

My circumstances have changed tremendously and as much as I want to keep him, it's selfish of me to do that. There area few reasons I think it's best for Charlie. I've been ill since late summer and I just am not able to give Charlie what he really deserves. He's fairly content just lying on my bed with me or in my room but I know he deserves a couple of walks a day and someone who can play with him a lot.

He just turned two and while he does have a couple of bad habits/quirks, he is a really great dog. I'm worried about doing this as he is VERY attached to me. He follows me everywhere. Even if I just go to the bathroom, he has to come with me.

I never got him fully trained and he does occasionally have accidents. He also seems to dislike men/boys. He is fine with my two boys but he seems to have some fear aggression with boys. My dad lives with me and he's 83 and Charlie only tolerates him. He does bark and chase teenage boys and men when they come in. He has snapped at their feet or nipped their leg, though he's never broken the skin. This worries me and what I usually do is just keep him with me when the kids have friends over. He never has a problem when my girls have their friends over.

When I got him, I didn't know anything about buying dogs at pet stores, puppy mills or backyard breeders. My cousin in NY mentioned they had a friend who was a breeder but "due to the economy" weren't able to sell him. (I know, I know ... Now I see all the red flags there were but at the time I didn't have a clue.) My guess is the real story is something like this: someone thought they could make some money by breeding yorkies and got together with a friend and then found out that without papers, etc., they weren't going to make any money.

I was very lucky as Charlie has really been a gem and very healthy. I was told he was a purebred yorkie, but the truth is, I have no clue. He's about 10 pounds and he's a beautiful looking dog with a gorgeous coat. Due to the way he acts around boys and men, I have to wonder if he wasn't abused by a male owner.

I also know that due to being sick and realizing that I will not be returning to work, the fact is that I know if something came up with him health-wise, I couldn't afford it.

One of his bad habits also makes me nervous ... he tends to get a bit hyped up if someone is going up or down the stairs. I was pretty weak and having some trouble on the stairs and he was running up and down and through my legs. I'm very aware of him doing it and am really careful but my dad is very unsteady on his feet and I'm afraid he'll trip over Charlie and get hurt.

He also seems to be a little possessive of me. If I'm trying to talk to my dad or one of my kids, he will just bark over me. It's impossible for me to have a conversation (in person) with anyone without him acting up. He does this with no one else. My kids keep telling me it's because he wants me all to himself. In general, he's not a barker. Other dogs don't set him off. He will bark if he hears someone at the door or if someone comes in (that doesn't live here) to let us know.

I think he'd do great with either a woman or a woman with female children. I'm not sure he'd be a good fit for anyone that had men or boys in their house. I imagine it's something that could be fixed with the right training.

My heart is broken over this. I really love him and have become so attached to him. But in fairness to him, I think he deserves to be with someone who can give him the kind of attention he really needs and who can afford him ... He has had no health issues but our first dog had very high vet bills on several occasions. At the time it wasn't an issue as I was working and was able to pay for whatever care was needed. I know I can't do that right now and I don't see that changing in the near future.

Does anyone have any suggestions on how to handle this? My kids are so sad over this, too. But they're teenagers and between school, sports, friends, activities, they're hardly ever here.

TwoforFun · 01-26-2012, 08:21 PM

I don't really have any suggestions. I am so sorry you need to rehome him. I know it must be difficult to have to decide this. I hope you do find him a good home.

ladyjane · 01-26-2012, 08:28 PM

Have you thought of surrendering him to a rescue? There is one by you: Yorkies, Inc. They would make sure he had a wonderful furever home!

Yorkies Inc. Placement Service

Tessa327 · 01-26-2012, 09:13 PM

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Mary4 · 01-27-2012, 04:01 AM

I'll look into the rescue. Thank you. I just want to make sure that Charlie is happy and with the right family. Even though I know this is best for him, I am still heartbroken over this. Never did I ever think I would love him like I do. He's a member of the family. But he just isn't getting what I know he deserves.

Joyce Adams · 01-27-2012, 04:39 AM

I know you will do what is right and I pray that your health improves.

Rasthespaz · 01-27-2012, 05:56 AM

Maybe one of your kids could take him on walks for you?

Donnainohio63 · 01-27-2012, 07:08 AM

The best advice has already been given, call the rescue. This way you know he will end up in a good home with great people.

Teresa Ford · 01-27-2012, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by ladyjane

Have you thought of surrendering him to a rescue? There is one by you: Yorkies, Inc. They would make sure he had a wonderful furever home!

Yorkies Inc. Placement Service

sounds like the right answer to me. Hugs and prayers for you.

RustysMom · 01-27-2012, 08:42 PM

I know this is heartbreaking, but turning him over to a reputable YORKIE rescue is the best way to go! It really, really is!
Blessings,

Loving Furgie · 01-27-2012, 08:57 PM

This is another rescue you could look into as well... United Yorkie Rescue - A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Yorkshire Terrier Rescue Organization Take care and good luck, I know this must be very difficult for you. Take care...

AbbysMom08 · 01-27-2012, 10:42 PM

I'm so sorry you have to rehome your little guy.
This really has to be heartbreaking.
Keeping you and him in my prayers.

mom2two · 01-28-2012, 06:46 AM

It sounds like he loves you very much and you love him... just really think about this before you do anything...because you are not feeling well now you may not be thinking clearly.. he sounds like he is happy just to be with you, his companionship is probably important to you too right now,why not see if you can pay one of your kids to walk him every day,just a short walk..other than that I dont see how he could be any happier with someone else,also you could try to section him off from the main area your dad is in or away from the stairs..just a few thoughts,as I think you and he are good for each other

01-26-2012, 03:42 PM	#1
Mary4 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Norwood, MA Posts: 139	Rehoming :( After a lot of thought and with a heavy heart, I realize I need to rehome my yorkie, Charlie. I'm hoping maybe someone here can advise me on the best way to do this. I live in a suburb not far from Boston. I just want to make sure he goes to a good home. My circumstances have changed tremendously and as much as I want to keep him, it's selfish of me to do that. There area few reasons I think it's best for Charlie. I've been ill since late summer and I just am not able to give Charlie what he really deserves. He's fairly content just lying on my bed with me or in my room but I know he deserves a couple of walks a day and someone who can play with him a lot. He just turned two and while he does have a couple of bad habits/quirks, he is a really great dog. I'm worried about doing this as he is VERY attached to me. He follows me everywhere. Even if I just go to the bathroom, he has to come with me. I never got him fully trained and he does occasionally have accidents. He also seems to dislike men/boys. He is fine with my two boys but he seems to have some fear aggression with boys. My dad lives with me and he's 83 and Charlie only tolerates him. He does bark and chase teenage boys and men when they come in. He has snapped at their feet or nipped their leg, though he's never broken the skin. This worries me and what I usually do is just keep him with me when the kids have friends over. He never has a problem when my girls have their friends over. When I got him, I didn't know anything about buying dogs at pet stores, puppy mills or backyard breeders. My cousin in NY mentioned they had a friend who was a breeder but "due to the economy" weren't able to sell him. (I know, I know ... Now I see all the red flags there were but at the time I didn't have a clue.) My guess is the real story is something like this: someone thought they could make some money by breeding yorkies and got together with a friend and then found out that without papers, etc., they weren't going to make any money. I was very lucky as Charlie has really been a gem and very healthy. I was told he was a purebred yorkie, but the truth is, I have no clue. He's about 10 pounds and he's a beautiful looking dog with a gorgeous coat. Due to the way he acts around boys and men, I have to wonder if he wasn't abused by a male owner. I also know that due to being sick and realizing that I will not be returning to work, the fact is that I know if something came up with him health-wise, I couldn't afford it. One of his bad habits also makes me nervous ... he tends to get a bit hyped up if someone is going up or down the stairs. I was pretty weak and having some trouble on the stairs and he was running up and down and through my legs. I'm very aware of him doing it and am really careful but my dad is very unsteady on his feet and I'm afraid he'll trip over Charlie and get hurt. He also seems to be a little possessive of me. If I'm trying to talk to my dad or one of my kids, he will just bark over me. It's impossible for me to have a conversation (in person) with anyone without him acting up. He does this with no one else. My kids keep telling me it's because he wants me all to himself. In general, he's not a barker. Other dogs don't set him off. He will bark if he hears someone at the door or if someone comes in (that doesn't live here) to let us know. I think he'd do great with either a woman or a woman with female children. I'm not sure he'd be a good fit for anyone that had men or boys in their house. I imagine it's something that could be fixed with the right training. My heart is broken over this. I really love him and have become so attached to him. But in fairness to him, I think he deserves to be with someone who can give him the kind of attention he really needs and who can afford him ... He has had no health issues but our first dog had very high vet bills on several occasions. At the time it wasn't an issue as I was working and was able to pay for whatever care was needed. I know I can't do that right now and I don't see that changing in the near future. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to handle this? My kids are so sad over this, too. But they're teenagers and between school, sports, friends, activities, they're hardly ever here.

01-26-2012, 08:21 PM	#2
TwoforFun YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: TX Posts: 646	I don't really have any suggestions. I am so sorry you need to rehome him. I know it must be difficult to have to decide this. I hope you do find him a good home. __________________ XOXO JiJi , JiJa Lil' Man and Mommy

01-26-2012, 08:28 PM	#3
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,471	Have you thought of surrendering him to a rescue? There is one by you: Yorkies, Inc. They would make sure he had a wonderful furever home! Yorkies Inc. Placement Service __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP

01-27-2012, 04:39 AM	#6
Joyce Adams Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,995	I know you will do what is right and I pray that your health improves. __________________ Have a great day... Mommy to Yoshi and Miss Priss

01-27-2012, 05:56 AM	#7
Rasthespaz Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Dfw Posts: 149	Maybe one of your kids could take him on walks for you? __________________ Ashley & Rascal

01-26-2012, 09:13 PM	#4
Tessa327 No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 3,692	I have nothing to add except for

01-27-2012, 04:01 AM	#5
Mary4 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Norwood, MA Posts: 139	I'll look into the rescue. Thank you. I just want to make sure that Charlie is happy and with the right family. Even though I know this is best for him, I am still heartbroken over this. Never did I ever think I would love him like I do. He's a member of the family. But he just isn't getting what I know he deserves.

01-27-2012, 07:08 AM	#8
Donnainohio63 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Lorain Ohio Posts: 1,882	The best advice has already been given, call the rescue. This way you know he will end up in a good home with great people. __________________ http://thelittleyorkierescue.weebly.com/

01-27-2012, 08:42 PM	#10
RustysMom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Trinity, North Carolina Posts: 1,149	I know this is heartbreaking, but turning him over to a reputable YORKIE rescue is the best way to go! It really, really is! Blessings, __________________ : *Rusty, Cheyenne, Bubbles, Chewie, Macayla, Samantha* *Every day is so much fun!*

01-27-2012, 08:57 PM	#11
Loving Furgie Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Tucson, AZ, USA Posts: 217	This is another rescue you could look into as well... United Yorkie Rescue - A 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Yorkshire Terrier Rescue Organization Take care and good luck, I know this must be very difficult for you. Take care... __________________ Mindy and Furgie

01-27-2012, 10:42 PM	#12
AbbysMom08 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Illinois Posts: 2,268	I'm so sorry you have to rehome your little guy. This really has to be heartbreaking. Keeping you and him in my prayers. __________________ Jan, Mommy to Abby

01-28-2012, 06:46 AM	#13
mom2two Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ma. US Posts: 111	It sounds like he loves you very much and you love him... just really think about this before you do anything...because you are not feeling well now you may not be thinking clearly.. he sounds like he is happy just to be with you, his companionship is probably important to you too right now,why not see if you can pay one of your kids to walk him every day,just a short walk..other than that I dont see how he could be any happier with someone else,also you could try to section him off from the main area your dad is in or away from the stairs..just a few thoughts,as I think you and he are good for each other __________________ Patrick and Vienna are home!