Volunteers who work at the poorest shelters see the saddest things you can imagine. They get used to it. It happens every day. So when the phone rang and the voice was filled with sobs, we knew this was a special case.

The volunteer explained that the man came to drop off little Simon. He had been his mother's dog. She had loved Simon very much but had developed dementia and had to be placed in a nursing home. The volunteers begged the man to keep Simon who was terrified there at the shelter. Couldn't he keep one small dog that had made his mother so happy. How much would it take to feed the little fella? No, the man said, he had other things to take care of. He could not, would not keep little Simon.

So they called Yorkie Rescue, hoping against hope, that we weren't full. With the first sob in her voice, we said, "Yes!"  We will take Simon. And so the process began.

Simon trotted all around the parking lot when we met. He is active, alert, interested in life. He rode like a trooper to his new foster home. He enjoyed the treats we provided and took a nap while we rode down the PA Turnpike.

He is doing very well with his foster sibling and cat. He is a wonderful easy dog. He is vacationing in Vineland, NJ with LeeAnn. Are you looking for a fine little gentleman? Here he is!

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. 

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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.