I'm looking for a Yokie. Can you give me advice on male or female and why? And if you know anyone selling these precious pups please let me know. Thanks in advance.

We have male yorkie that we purchased from yorkiepup.com. The little guy is the best dog we've ever had. He's very well tempered and has never been aggresive towards anyone. They make great pets and love attention.

Petfinders

http://www.petfinder.com/pet-search?animal_type=Dog&pet_breed=Yorkshire+Terrier+Yorkie&location=77845&startsearch=Search

This search is for Yorkies, geographically from 77845 out. You can filter for age, gender, etc. Please consider adopting a foster pup via this website. We have had terrific results, even with AKC full bred dogs.

momlaw I went to the website you suggested and unfortunately every post I found posted their location as being in College Station and they are actually out of state wanting to ship the puppy here. No luck with anything physically in town. .

smcqueen.... Contact Becky. She has a Yorkie from a yorkie rescue in Houston. She can probably put you in touch.

bigloco1 how does this work? Did you go to the shelter and pick out your pup or was it delivered? which city did you end up going to get your yorkie? I see there are lots of shelters to choose from.

www.adoptapet.com


RESCUE, please. There are so many purebreds that are being fostered, or are in shelters for one reason or another. We rescued two purebred baby puppies last week after we found them on this site. This site is updated often, so keep checking back.

I agree with the above posts--there are too many yorkies that need rescuing. Please consider this option first.

I am the proud owner of two yorkies. A couple things that you need to know before a yorkie comes to live with you...Yorkies are more difficult to housebreak. (This problem is often what causes them to end up in rescue.) It takes a diligent owner and crate training for many months before they "get it." Don't give up--they will get it eventually, but it is not easy, like some other breeds.

Also, yorkies don't realize their small size. They have big egos. They might pick a fight with a dog 10 times their size. So, proper training and keeping them on a leash when in public is important.

Socialization is crucial for these little dogs. My dogs haven't spent much time around children--so kids make them nervous, and crabby.

Yorkies are loving, loyal, and fun dogs. Food is economical because they eat so little--which has the side benefit of very little poo in the backyard. Yorkies get very attached to their person, and need lots of interaction. Both my yorkies are boys, but I know several females, and they are equally sweet.

TxElsie - Becky?

Transplanted that's some very good advice. If I can find the size I want maybe I'll get two instead of one. Keep it coming because I'm having a very hard time finding them here.

What happened to the animal shelter dogs? They are the ones that need adopted.

The Brazos Animal Shelter allows you to be put on a breed waiting list. Here is more information:
http://www.brazosanimalshelter.org/breedrequest.html

The rescues groups get them quite a but in the area so keep an eye on petfinder.com.

Yorkie/Small Dog Rescue in Houston/Conroe. It looks like they have many.
http://yasdr.org/

Hi again-- Getting two yorkies is a good idea. They are very social little creatures, and enjoy playing together, and really, two is no more trouble than one.

I want to share one thing my vet told me. "Yorkies are not as fragile as they appear." Remember these dogs were bred for hunting rats. But--they LOVE to be treated like babies. They would allow you to carry them everywhere, but they need exercise. Walking is good for them! It is important that they get exercise and don't overfeed them...keep the table scraps to a bare minimum. It is easy for them to gain weight which is very unhealthy on their tiny frames.

By the way, I should mention--the care and upkeep of their coat is not as simple as short-haired dogs. They require regular grooming. It is easier to maintain if kept short. Medium length requires some brushing, and if kept long, show-like length, be prepared to spend time grooming every day.

Are you looking specifically for a puppy?

Transplanted more good advice. I heard they were bred for rodent control. Pretty neat.

Ladylou I'm looking for a yorkie that will be very tiny even as an adult. If I get an adult I would like it to be only a few years old and that's less potty training I will have to do. A pup will also be fine.

Scuttle I went to the BV animal shelter during my lunch hour and all they had were big dogs and one black poodle that has already been adopted. And I did put my name on the list for yorkie adoption. Thanks for the info. I always look locally first.

smcqueen,
My old boss in the City's PR office.... I messaged her for the info; furrypalsrescue.com



[This message has been edited by TxElsie (edited 3/21/2011 6:11p).]

I thought so but couldn't be sure. Hmmm I hope she replies.

Hi Again--I want to caution you against seeking a very small yorkie. The breed standard is 5-7 pounds. Smaller yorkies are more prone to health issues. The breed is more prone to liver issues. Smaller yorkies are more likely than regular sized yorkies. Liver shunt is a congenital disorder that is fatal if not treated, and treatment is very expensive.

In addition, hair quality is better, hearts are stronger and overall, they are in better health if they are within the 5-7 pound breed standard. Females tend to be sightly smaller than the males.

My two male yorkies are both just under 7 pounds. They are sturdy enough to do whatever they want, but still small enough to slide into my purse!

Transplanted I will be taking your advice on my search. Looks like I'll be going to Houston or Conroe for this specific breed. I looked here in town and can't find what I'm looking for and I would prefer to have two instead of one. If any of you can think of anything else please let me know. All of your posts have been very helpful. Yorkies are new to me as I've had poodles in the past. Taking care of mini dogs will surely be a huge change.

Smaller dogs are harder to train than bigger dogs. Some of them are never really housebroken.

We got our Yorkie from a breeder in Madisonville. Just e-mail mac40@aol.com and we can give you the persons name.

Good luck in your search! As you can tell, I love my yorkies. I'm a converted big-dog-person. I agree that it is an adjustment. But, yorkies are great--lots of personality in those little bodies.

If you have any further questions, please email mail me at sidneylou @ aol . com (without the spaces)

Transplanted I have your email address saved.

I also emailed mac40 to see if they had any available. Thanks.

Thank you all for your helpful responses my search is now over. Found a small yorkie and a toy poodle. They are a month apart in age and sooooooooo cute. Thanks again.