Even though he had his neuter surgery and dental cleaning this week, Bambino is keeping us on our toes as we try to keep him from jumping and going up and down the stairs. After spending two weeks learning how to go up and down steps, he must certainly be confused about why he's not allowed to use his new skill. He knows potty is outside but doesn't have a mannerism that lets us know he needs to go out so we try to stay on a 2-3 hour potty schedule to avoid "accidents". He is beginning to be ok with "smell strolls" where a pooch can stop and smell the mail box posts, trees, and fire hydrants.
We're working on desensitizing him to being on a table and having his face and mouth touched. No mean feat, but we hope is the best way to prepare him for future daily dental hygiene. His adopters will need to continue this process until he tolerates it well. Poor little mite lost 8 teeth this week during his dental cleaning. Never fear though, he is still able to wolf down kibble softened with water. He'll have a vet check on 10 October which we believe he'll pass with flying colors and will get a thumbs up for regular kibble as well as running, jumping and steps.
The crate is no longer feared and though we don't ask him to go in it, we have found him curled up in it taking a snooze. He really will need a forever home where his people are home most of the time. Being separated from his "people" is tough on him and helping him overcome the fear of being alone will take time and patience.
Despite his medical activities this week, he is still as playful and energetic as ever!
Please remember Save A Yorkie Rescue only places canine companions in Connecticut, Western New York state, Eastern Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Washington, DC and Virginia. Adoption applications are available on our website: saveayorkierescue.org
Please call between 7 and 9 p.m. Mon - Fri and anytime on weekends up to 9 p.m for inquiries.
Bambino is staying with Julia in Fairfax, VA.
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KEEP THESE FACTS IN MIND: 1. Yorkies do not usually get along well with small children and can be injured by small children, even ones who love them. Be aware of this and keep them apart. 2. Yorkies can be very difficult (nearly impossible) to housebreak. If you are gone for more than 3 hours at a time, the dog will have to have access to wee wee pads, or need someone to stop in to let him out to potty. 3. We almost NEVER get a puppy (less than one year old) in Yorkie Rescue. If only a puppy will do, check the Yorkshire Terrier Club of America website for a recommended breeder - never buy over the Internet, or from a newspaper ad or a petstore. The heartache you save will be immeasureable. 4. There is no such thing as a "teacup" Yorkie, so don't be misled by such a description. LEARN about the breed BEFORE you decide to adopt. 5. You will need to make arrangements to drive and meet the dog at the foster home which can be in New Jersey, western PA, Maryland, etc. The dog's biography lists where the dog is fostering. We want you to meet the dog with your family and your dog, if you have one. This is a requirement for adoption.
WHAT IS THE ADOPTION FEE? Adoption donations generally vary from dog to dog, it depends on the health, the age and the size of the dog.
Young Yorkies will have a higher adoption donation since they are the most highly sought after and they help to cover the costs of the older dogs who have a harder time finding a loving home. It is sad but true that people overwhelming demand very young dogs when they would be infinitely happier with a mellow adult.
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