July 12, 2008
I want a yorkie puppy but first i need to convince my mom i can handle it does any one have an idea?
also i am responsible i have one dog already who is the family dog but i have been taking on a lot of responsibility with her and i have been watch ing my little brother.And Does any one know somewhere other than a shelter where i can find a yorkie puppy and have it shipped to me at a low cost?
the only place you can have a puppy shipped to you at a low price is from over the internet where the pups come from a puppy mill (not a good idea these pups arent socialized, generally not healthy and will cost more in the long run)
instead
go to petfinder.com
a yorkie rescue
or a reputable breeder near you
heres info on how too convince your parents to get a dog:
How to Persuade Your Parents to Get a Dog
You've decided that you want a dog, but you're not sure what your parents will say. Want to convince them that a dog will be a good addition to the family? Read on.
Steps [edit]
You need someone to play catch with, don't you? Mr. Rover here also needs a buddy!Let them know that you are definitely old enough to handle the responsibility of owning a pet. Be ready to demonstrate that by volunteering to be tested. Have your parents give you something to take care of for a set amount of time. It can be an egg with a mark on it (don't let it break!) a sack of flour, a plant, a virtual pet or even a friend's pet. Doing well on this test run may help show your parents that you're responsible and serious about wanting a dog.
Do chores around the house to prove you are responsible. Offer to help with the extra housecleaning and vacuuming. Dogs can be messy, especially before they're housebroken. Most dogs will shed. Since it is you who wants a dog, you should make the extra effort. You should explain to your parents that you are willing to do this before the dog gets there to prove your sincerity.
Do your research! Find the particular type of dog you want and find out all about them. This will make your parents belive that you really are serious
Make a presentation, and show it to your parents. Make sure to include a list of the things that you will do so that the dog gets taken care of, supplies the dog will need, average prices the supplies will cost, and maybe even find a dog that matches the breed that you want at a local breeder or animal shelter.
List the benefits of having a dog:
The dog will help you to be responsible.
The dog can become a companion for the whole family.
Walking a dog can help you get more exercise.
Dogs can sometimes be trained to perform useful tasks, such as warning you of intruders or fetching objects.
Dogs can be therapeutic, especially during sad or lonely times. A dog is a friend that will always be there to cheer you up!
Learn how to house-train a dog so that it will not poop in the house. Books on the subject can be found and borrowed free from your local library. Learn as much as you can about dogs, not just about basic care. Read books about breeds, dog-related sports, common diseases, cute tricks, nutrition, etc. This will show that you are willing go the extra mile for your future dog.
Take a friend or relative's dog for a weekend as a "test run" to show your parents that you are ready for the responsibility.
Offer to help pay for the dog food by doing extra chores or contributing some of your pocket money.
Give them time to think about it. Pestering them will only undo your earlier work showing them that you are mature and responsible.
If your parents eventually let you have a dog, follow through on your promises. You can even sign a contract with them before you get your dog listing your new responsibilities.
Tips [edit]If your parents, after all you have done to convince them that you are responsible enough to have a dog and really take care of it, still decide that they don't want to or cannot have a dog, here are some more things you can do:
You can find out where the animal shelters are in your neighborhood and go volunteer there to help take care of some homeless dogs.
You can find out if there are elderly neighbors who have dogs and cannot walk them regularly. You could volunteer to walk their dogs for them.
Dogs, especially puppies, need a lot of things to chew on while they are developing their teeth. You can also find suggestions on how to keep your dog from chewing your shoes and clothes. You must be prepared to get them appropriate toys to chew.
Dogs need regular exercise. You will have to sacrifice some of your personal time with friends or hobbies to walk your dog. It may help to convince your parents that you are willing to do this if you tell them you are going to go for a walk daily prior to getting the dog. You will have to do this regularly once the dog gets there, and more than once a day.
Dogs cannot be left behind while the family goes on vacation. If you leave for a family vacation, you must either find a friend to take care of your dog while you are gone or take the dog to a kennel. You should find a friend whose parents are willing to do this, or you should find a kennel. Find out how much it costs to board your dog and prepare to save up some money so you can be responsible for your dog's care.
Offer to pay for the dog yourself. This will show that you want one enough to spend your own money on it, and that you won't think of it as just another toy to play with until you get bored.
When your parents say that you cannot have a dog, don't shout at them or get angry, this will make them even more determined to stop you. Be nice and smile, but keep persevering.
Warnings [edit]A dog is for life, not just for Christmas. You must be able to care for a dog, it is a living thing like you and me. If you do get a dog, you must care for it, or else your parents might give it to a dog home. It sounds fine saying that you will walk it every day, but it becomes hard when it is wet or cold outside, or you just feel lazy. Remember this before you get a dog.
Maybe your parents cannot afford a dog but don't want to tell you. If so, don't persevere as this will make them feel guilty and upset.
If you ask too often, they will shut you out.
If someone in your family is allergic to dogs, you must put their health first. There are some dogs that produce less dander than most dogs and may not bother people with allergies. Check on any potential health concerns well before you bring a dog home.
A dog is a lifetime commitment. Dogs can live to be 17 years old and some live even longer. You and your family should have plans for who will take care of the dog in the future, such as when you go off to college.
There are laws that state that you must pick up the poop from your dog. Decide if you are willing and able to do this
Things You'll Need [edit]A good collar and a leash. A well-trained dog is a safe dog.
You will need the names and phone numbers of veterinarians and kennels in case the dog needs health care or needs to be boarded.
Patience. It takes a lot of patience to train a puppy. You must never get mad at the dog and hit it.
Money. You will need money for dog food, toys and treats
People to take care of your dog while you are away.
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Comments on I want a yorkie puppy but first i need to convince my mom i can handle it does any one have an idea? »
http://www.petfinder.com
I have a yorkie =]
Edit do not buy from a breeder
I have boughten mine from a breeder and she has breathing problems and had gotten bad genes
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uhm dont listen to the first person. you DO need to buy from a breeder, but a REPUTABLE one, not just a cheap one. and you need papers to show that the parents of the dog are healthy.
are u sure you are responsible enougH? does that include all the $$ involved? it is very expensive to own a dog and it is a 10+ yr commitment!!
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Prove to your mom, that you are responsible and that you can look after another dog. Research it to show her you are really interested and rather than moaning too her about it, sit down with her adn tell her how you feel and why you want it etc. But before you talk to her think about what you are going to say and think of reasons why she might so no so that you are ready with a solution. Good luck and hope you get it coz they are sooo cute! =D x
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Just my experience. Yorkie is more stubborn then other dog.
High maintenance dog.
And if you don't want to get from shelter, and want to be cheap, you won't be able to get a healthy one or purebred.
You got what you pay for. You need to get from a reputable breeder, but it won't be cheap.
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the only place you can have a puppy shipped to you at a low price is from over the internet where the pups come from a puppy mill (not a good idea these pups arent socialized, generally not healthy and will cost more in the long run)
instead
go to petfinder.com
a yorkie rescue
or a reputable breeder near you
heres info on how too convince your parents to get a dog:
How to Persuade Your Parents to Get a Dog
You've decided that you want a dog, but you're not sure what your parents will say. Want to convince them that a dog will be a good addition to the family? Read on.
Steps [edit]
You need someone to play catch with, don't you? Mr. Rover here also needs a buddy!Let them know that you are definitely old enough to handle the responsibility of owning a pet. Be ready to demonstrate that by volunteering to be tested. Have your parents give you something to take care of for a set amount of time. It can be an egg with a mark on it (don't let it break!) a sack of flour, a plant, a virtual pet or even a friend's pet. Doing well on this test run may help show your parents that you're responsible and serious about wanting a dog.
Do chores around the house to prove you are responsible. Offer to help with the extra housecleaning and vacuuming. Dogs can be messy, especially before they're housebroken. Most dogs will shed. Since it is you who wants a dog, you should make the extra effort. You should explain to your parents that you are willing to do this before the dog gets there to prove your sincerity.
Do your research! Find the particular type of dog you want and find out all about them. This will make your parents belive that you really are serious
Make a presentation, and show it to your parents. Make sure to include a list of the things that you will do so that the dog gets taken care of, supplies the dog will need, average prices the supplies will cost, and maybe even find a dog that matches the breed that you want at a local breeder or animal shelter.
List the benefits of having a dog:
The dog will help you to be responsible.
The dog can become a companion for the whole family.
Walking a dog can help you get more exercise.
Dogs can sometimes be trained to perform useful tasks, such as warning you of intruders or fetching objects.
Dogs can be therapeutic, especially during sad or lonely times. A dog is a friend that will always be there to cheer you up!
Learn how to house-train a dog so that it will not poop in the house. Books on the subject can be found and borrowed free from your local library. Learn as much as you can about dogs, not just about basic care. Read books about breeds, dog-related sports, common diseases, cute tricks, nutrition, etc. This will show that you are willing go the extra mile for your future dog.
Take a friend or relative's dog for a weekend as a "test run" to show your parents that you are ready for the responsibility.
Offer to help pay for the dog food by doing extra chores or contributing some of your pocket money.
Give them time to think about it. Pestering them will only undo your earlier work showing them that you are mature and responsible.
If your parents eventually let you have a dog, follow through on your promises. You can even sign a contract with them before you get your dog listing your new responsibilities.
Tips [edit]If your parents, after all you have done to convince them that you are responsible enough to have a dog and really take care of it, still decide that they don't want to or cannot have a dog, here are some more things you can do:
You can find out where the animal shelters are in your neighborhood and go volunteer there to help take care of some homeless dogs.
You can find out if there are elderly neighbors who have dogs and cannot walk them regularly. You could volunteer to walk their dogs for them.
Dogs, especially puppies, need a lot of things to chew on while they are developing their teeth. You can also find suggestions on how to keep your dog from chewing your shoes and clothes. You must be prepared to get them appropriate toys to chew.
Dogs need regular exercise. You will have to sacrifice some of your personal time with friends or hobbies to walk your dog. It may help to convince your parents that you are willing to do this if you tell them you are going to go for a walk daily prior to getting the dog. You will have to do this regularly once the dog gets there, and more than once a day.
Dogs cannot be left behind while the family goes on vacation. If you leave for a family vacation, you must either find a friend to take care of your dog while you are gone or take the dog to a kennel. You should find a friend whose parents are willing to do this, or you should find a kennel. Find out how much it costs to board your dog and prepare to save up some money so you can be responsible for your dog's care.
Offer to pay for the dog yourself. This will show that you want one enough to spend your own money on it, and that you won't think of it as just another toy to play with until you get bored.
When your parents say that you cannot have a dog, don't shout at them or get angry, this will make them even more determined to stop you. Be nice and smile, but keep persevering.
Warnings [edit]A dog is for life, not just for Christmas. You must be able to care for a dog, it is a living thing like you and me. If you do get a dog, you must care for it, or else your parents might give it to a dog home. It sounds fine saying that you will walk it every day, but it becomes hard when it is wet or cold outside, or you just feel lazy. Remember this before you get a dog.
Maybe your parents cannot afford a dog but don't want to tell you. If so, don't persevere as this will make them feel guilty and upset.
If you ask too often, they will shut you out.
If someone in your family is allergic to dogs, you must put their health first. There are some dogs that produce less dander than most dogs and may not bother people with allergies. Check on any potential health concerns well before you bring a dog home.
A dog is a lifetime commitment. Dogs can live to be 17 years old and some live even longer. You and your family should have plans for who will take care of the dog in the future, such as when you go off to college.
There are laws that state that you must pick up the poop from your dog. Decide if you are willing and able to do this
Things You'll Need [edit]A good collar and a leash. A well-trained dog is a safe dog.
You will need the names and phone numbers of veterinarians and kennels in case the dog needs health care or needs to be boarded.
Patience. It takes a lot of patience to train a puppy. You must never get mad at the dog and hit it.
Money. You will need money for dog food, toys and treats
People to take care of your dog while you are away.
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http://www.wikihow.com/persuade-your-par...
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Well Pinkie, one way to show your parents that you are mature enough to handle responsibility is to pick up after your self and not leave your room in a shamble for your mother to pick up. Another way is to show them that you can take the initiative to make right judgments, by not being told to do things which are obvious. Do these two things, and they will take note that you are responsible enough to care for your own pup.
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no, but i suggest you go to an humane society. because those dogs need your help… that's where i got my doggie. hes the best doggie anyone could ask for.
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i have 2 dogs…and im getting a pet, but i dont know what kind…to show that you are responsible youd have to wash,feed,water,pick up after them,pick up there droppings in the yard…things likr that…not every other week though…i do it every day or every other day….play with it,take it on walks. just things like that…
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I want a dog to but i have 2 fish that i just got 2 weeks ago so my mom said if i take care of my fish for 6 months i can get a dog
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I had a Yorkie for 13 years and they are one of the best small breeds out there. They don't shed and they are very easy to care for.
Your probably looking Around $400 - $700 for a Yorkie depending on your location and the breeder. Females cost more for some reason.
Our Yorkie was actually a descendant from the green acres Yorkie from the show.
You can also check the local humane society for a Yorkie, if they don't have one in, most places have a waiting list.
Good luck to you!
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