They walked in the front door of the shelter, clearly in a hurry to be gone.  Two small children were tugging along as they carried in the dog.  "Here," the man said, take her. We're moving and can't take her with us." 

The shelter people were experienced with this scenario and asked the logical questions,"How old was she?  Did they have any vet records? Did she get along with children?"  But the people were already out the door and any concerns for their dog were already forgotten.

How can people do it?  How can people throw a dog away? I am asked that question everyday.  It happens everyday in rescue. In fact, some people adopt one of our little guys and in three days, they send him back because he didn't fit in. THREE DAYS!

But back to Shay Shay... what a doll!  Sweet as she can be. Our foster mom will be watching her closely, cuddling her often, feeding her well, and training her to be a good dog. 

We think she is between 7 years old. She weighs approximately 8 pounds.  She seems to be a little scared, a little timid, bewildered and amazed to find herself alone and without her family.  Will you give a nice girl a loving home? She is fine with other dogs.

Call Lois, her foster mom, in Bristol, PA (southeastern PA) in a few days... and put in your application. Thank you.

Save A Yorkie Rescue, Inc.  is a 501(c)(3) qualified non-profit organization operating on donations from Yorkie lovers who care. Please help by donating your tax deductible donations. 

OR

mail your check or money order to
Save A Yorkie Rescue, Inc., 1702 W Allen St #602,  Allentown, PA 18104

YOUR generosity is appreciated!

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. 

 

 ADOPTION AREA

Save A Yorkie Rescue prefers to adopt only in the PA, NJ, western NY, DE, MD, VA, some CT area's. If you are in the NYC area or near Long Island, there is a Yorkie Rescue closer to you. 

Be aware that you will be asked to drive to meet and pick up your dog.

 

 

 

 

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