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                                                                Scarlett

Scarlett (L) & Mouse (R)

Cathie,
 
Scarlett has finally settled in.  She is up to normal weight at around 6.75# and has taken to running around the house and wrestling with Mouse.  She is so funny with new things like snow.  She tried to stand on 1 foot when she went out in it the other day. I know that I have been remiss.  I will send some pictures along with the agreement in the next few days.
 
Thank you,
Dr D

Note: Scarlett is the second poodle Dr Timothy Donovan has adopted through Yorkies Inc. He and his wife Cheryl adopted Mouse the  little black female last year. Together they own and operate Kindred Spirits Mobile Veterinary Services out of Acushnet Ma. Dr Donovan has been one of our Vets for many years and has done many of our Luxating Patella surgeries. We recommend him for any of your vetting needs. They make house calls! He can be reached via email drtimd@comcast.net  or 508 264-1238

 Kiani now KiKi

Hello Aunt Cathie,    
This is Kiani but my new Mommy & Daddy call me Ki-Ki which I like very well.  Yes, Mom is sending the check today( like they say it in the mail ) along with my Adoption Agreement.So this is going to be my forever home. I'm doing pretty good with going outside to the potty an on snow days going on the paper.  I sleep all night in the big bed with Mommy & Daddy an they like that alot. We are trying to put on some weight because Dr. M says I need a good two pounds I'm only 4lbs 6ozs.  I'm doing really good eating all my food. I got a new green one's-z today an I look great in it. So please put on the Web site that I've been adoped an I just love it here!  So everyone will know. Now if you find a brother for me that would make the world a wonderful place , but we'll wait till one comes along. I went downtown Leominster to the Christmas Stroll in my bag an everyone loved me. There was Christmas Carols, Hot Choc.,Cookies, Cider, a parade, but it was real cold so Dad can't stay out in that weather so we came home early , BUT I WAS A HIT!
Ok now don't forget where I live in my forever home.
Love, & Kisses, Ki-Ki

 Faith & Gil Anderson

  Donnie now Dove

Hi Kerri, The container/bowl could be part of the issue. I noticed that Donnie, who I've renamed Dove, backed away from a stainless steel bowl and moved toward a ceramic one, although without drinking.This morning when we came inside from letting him relieve himself, he
waited in the kitchen for his meal to be prepared instead of making a bee line for the couch, as he'd previously done. Also, I put him in his jacket and tucked him into my sweater for a short tour of the neighborhood. Tomorrow's supposed to be in the mid-50's and I'm planning to take him out on a lead. I'm hoping to acclimate him to the cold because that's what lies ahead of us for the next five months,and we don't want him to turn into a couch potato, do we!?! He's very
alert but not willing to play yet. It may be the slipperiness of the wood floor. I'll find a carpet remnant and see if that helps. He sure is one sweet boy!
Leah

 Hi, Kerri. Dove continues to adjust nicely. He's begun exploring his new home. While the weather is warmish, we're spending more time outdoors, alternating carrying him inside my sweater and walking on a lead. The neighbors have been delighted to meet him. Could you send again the photo of Donny (as he was then called) with your Yorkies, as an attachment that I might download? I've just switched to Gmail and, as usual, some options aren't yet available on my Mac. Thanks for everything.
Leah


Hi Cathie, Thank you so much for your part in helping Gorden to find his "forever
home" with us.  Gorden came into our lives at just the right time - we
brought him home the week before Fancy (our much loved mini schnauzer)
passed away.  Although one dog can never replace another in our home and
in our hearts, it has been so wonderful to have Gorden's sweet face to
greet us.  Isn't he just the cutest thing?  He and Mimi make the most
adorable "couple" - Mr. and Mrs. Bellyrubbins!  Our other "senior" dog,
Reggie, (also a recent rescue) just loves him, too!  We took these
pictures before Gorden went to the groomer.  We wanted to wait until he
settled in a bit.  He went to the groomer on Saturday, and has also seen
our vet.  They both love him.
It's so sad to think that Gorden's previous owners were unable to keep
him and planned to have him put down!  We are really grateful to
Gorden's vet for talking them into relinquishing him, and to them for
being willing to let him go.  Gorden's vet was so generous in giving him
the medical care he needed - he is doing very well now, with only one
small (and inexpensive) pill per day for a heart murmer.  
It's clear to tell that Gorden was a much loved dog when he was with
his "first family" - someone taught him to sit up and beg.  It is so
funny to watch him "wipe his paws" on the sun porch rug before he comes
into the house! 
Cathie, thank you again for all of the joy that you have brought into
our lives!

Joanne Eddy

                                               Pogo now TeddyBear

Hi Cathie, Well it took a while for my little Bella to warm up to Teddy Bear, but things are just fine now. Chilli is leaving at the end of the month, and I know he will miss her, because she plays a lot with him. She is moving to New Jersey with her Daddy Nick, as he has a job there as a meteorologist. I know that this will allow Bella and Little Man to become best buds. I can't tell you how much I love this little guy. He is just full of himself, but is still so moving and affectionate. I can't imagine life without him now. He potty trained very quickly. He now deliberately goes potty, even just a sprinkle, so that he can get his cheerio for being a good little man. He is very smart, and already will sit, go up, knows time to eat, cookie, come, want to go outside, and will even potty on command! This past weekend he got to meet my daughter Nicole (who lives in NYC) and she totally fell in love with him. She wanted to steal him, but I said NO WAY, he Mommy's little boy (LOL). I can't thank you enough for letting me adopt him. He is really loved by everyone.

Fellow Yorkie Lover,
Judy Borelli

Hi Cathie, it's me, Pogo. They seem to call me Teddy Bear these days, and I do like it! I just wanted to let you know that I am SOOOOO happy with my new family. At first I wasn't sure if my older sister, Bella, was going to like me, but she sure has warmed up to me now. We get to go to all kinds of places. She even lets me ride along in her carrier with her. Mom is happy that Bella and I are both little, because we fit into a single carrier! Mommy always warms my blanket in the dryer before I go to bed. I sleep in a little kennel, right next to her, so I won't fall off the bed. Mommy says I snore a lot. Although, sometimes she lets me cuddle with her until she shuts off the TV. I really like that part of the night! When I wake up is most certainly one of the best times of the day. Not only do I get a good long drink, but I get a nice breakfast that I eat in about 2 seconds flat! Mom calls me a little piglet. I can't wait to see you guys in the spring. I miss you, and will never forget what you did for me. I will always love you.

Happy in Barre,
Love Teddy Bear

Linc now Hansome & Snowball now Murray

Hi Kerri,

 
Hansome Linc and Murray (Snowball) are doing great.  Each day that goes by they are learning new things and becoming more and more comfortable in their new surroundings.  I take them outside a lot, either in the car or walking on the leash.  They are becoming acclimated to all the loud noises around the neighborhood and with meeting new people and dogs.
 
The dogwalker is still learning to get to know them, and them her.  Still haven't quite mastered complete housetraining as yet, but its a work in progress.
 
I still call Linc by name, but other times end up calling him Hansome (short for handsome) instead when we are alone.  He's just such a handsome boy, I can't help it. 
 Murray doesn't look like a Murray, but I got tired of trying out different names and settled on that one.  I always liked the name from that show, Mad About You.  Now I'm used to it and he looks at me when I say it.  Although neither one of them come when called.......only when they want to  : ) Murray is the protector of the house (usually when he is scared of something).  He barks at the boats going by or if he sees someone at a distance.  But he's better outside on walks and stays quiet as long as we keep moving.  Linc rarely barks which is fine by me. If I pat and talk softly to Murray he'll  settle down.  He is like a little nervous teenager.  Thinks he's brave when he's not.  He's sitting on my lap right now while I write this. 
 They are eating better now, but still don't drink much water.  It's funny when we walk, Murray marks his territory all the time, and Linc just wants to keep walking.  He only pees when he needs to, whereas Murray wants everyone to know where he's been. We just got back from walking all around 2nd cliff (Peggotty Beach) and back.  The waves are still huge and people are surfing in the water.  They didn't like the storm yesterday and were scared of the wind.  But we got thru it and today is beautiful. Hope all is well with you.  Were you able to find out their exact birthdays yet?  I'd just really like to know for sure.  Thanks.
 
Linda Beagan
                                                  Pixie now Pochade

Dear Cathie and John,

All is well for us here in Newport. Pixie has been doing great with her potty training.  Hasn't pooped inside yet. I take her for long walks and she is doing so well.  Of course everyone and their mother wants to pet her and pick her up.  Permission has not been granted on the pick up part.  She has developed this sassy little walk and just steals everyone's heart including mine.  I will take some pictures this weekend and forward them on to you. right now she is asleep on the couch next to me.  I think the only time we have been apart is when I am in the shower.  I just love this little girl. I have also been taking care of a mini poodle.  I know you were concerned about her being around larger dogs.  But Cattie is  a very gentle well mannered older dog.  Her owner has been very ill and she is camping out with us for awhile. Hope you are filling the void Pixie has left and your floors look spectacular.
Dear  Cathie and John,
I know you are wondering about me.  Just thought I would write and tell you I am just fine.  My new mom is spoiling me to death.  She thinks pink is my favorite color.  Well it is.
Today she washed her bed linens and put me in the dryer warm basket.  Oh was that comfy.  I was asleep in seconds.
I am a huge hit in the neighborhood even though I am such a little peanut.
I didn't want you to worry about me.  I do miss you, but it sure is great being princess of this 300 year old colonial home.  Here is my latest picture straight from the laundry.
Love and Kisses
Pochade   Alias  Pixie
PS 
 "Pochade" is a French word that roughly translates: pocket painting.  Traditionally, pochades were painted on the lids of cigar boxes and the like.  I consider anything a pochade if it was created in one sitting, and is of small scale.

Later,

Betty Ann & Pixie
                                                            Toby

 Dear Yorkies Inc,

We would like to thank you. Toby is a wonderful addition to our family. Toby loves going for walks and running around the yard. He loves to be with us, and we LOVE having him. Toby sleeps with mom and dad every night, but usually lays in bed with Alexa and Anna until mom goes to bed.

Thanks again,

The Galasso Family

 
                                                             Kadee

Hi Cathie

We just want to thank you so much for bringing Kadee into our lives and home. She is the best dog I could ever imagine. I still can't believe how great Kadee is with Cloee!  She is really a love! I believe it was meant to be. Thank You for all you do, all your help with advice and hints and help to this ignorant 1st time dog keeper, and for Yorkies Inc.  Thank you too for having faith in us, to provide Kadee with a good, happy, safe home.
I am attaching the photo we just took of ourselves.

Sincerely

Zita
                                             DeDe & Joppa now Joey

hi,cathie,

the babies are just wonderful..they love the yard, they race around
like crazy.....joppa,aka joey,aka pepe (because he looks like a little
skunk) is a wild puppy..i think dede is somewhat overwhelmed with him, as he
is constantly at her, chasing, playing, nipping at her with those sharp puppy
teeth.....she has had to show him who's boss a few times...he wants her food, she wants his...
i have added some chicken soup dry dog food to his food, as he started to loose
interest...also, with the combination, he seems to be peeing less often, a
more normal number of times. but, i truly forgot what it was like to train a puppy!!!!!! oh, my! i think
he needs military school. dede is a joy, she is so sweet and lovable...she gives all kinds of
kisses....he does too...
we are a little tired, but very happy....and i think the dogs are also. thank you so much, i am so glad that you chose us.

take care, hope all are well at your house.

deb & janet
Update 1/2/2008: Hi Cathie, Just a note to let you know the kids are fine...dede, also known as deedles, is absolutely wonderful.......she is more and more affectionate and playful by the day...she also has a great  deal of patience with joey, as he is a typical younger brother, taking her toys way, always wanting to play...she still gets nervous when  in the car, or around strangers, but getting better.... joey is still a work in progress...he is a sweetie (especially when sleeping), but still thinks he's in charge..we have a few items we are working on with him...we keep up with your web site, and appreciate all you take on with these little ones...take care, and have a happy new year,
deb coletta
janet otovic
dede
joey
                                                            Roland

Hi Kerri,

 
Roland is doing good. He follows me every where I go!! He's so cute the way he stands on his hind legs and wiggles his front paws. Maggie's been pretty good even when Roland has stuck his nose in her food or tried to take her cookie. The only time she gets upset is if I'm playing too much with him or when I come home and they both run to me- Maggie doesn't like the divided attention...I love Roland-He's a doll-sweet and a little toughy at the same time. He's getting is stitches out the week and he's going to the groomer for a more manageable hair do. He hates the tub!! I washed his head and he went crazy while he was standing in the tub-I never knew such a little dog could be such a strong adversary!! Good Luck to the groomers! I corded Rolands food through the Internet and then this weekend I found a store up the street from our place on the Cape-so I bought a few cans of the Merricks Pot Pie until my order is delivered. Do you know if he has Frontline Tick medicine on already? or should I put some on him?I really think he's going to be a good fit-he respects Maggie when she tells him to buzz off but doesn't cower from her-it's a healthy reaction. We all just got back from the Cape today and we are going back on Wednesday night until next week-still trying to train him he's not going on the pee pads I put on the floor he's walking really well on the leash following Maggies lead and he's pooped outside once and I made a big deal about it but he didn't seem too moved by the experience-I make a big deal out of Maggies poop and pee hoping he'll get the message but I think he's so fascinated by the outdoors that he's not making the connection yet. At first he was afraid of everything cars trucks but he's come so far in a little less than a wee that I feel good about his progress.He was great in the car-at first he shook for 10 mins. then he relaxed and even feel asleep during the hour and a half ride-he's better than maggie in the car. I'm hoping all the training will click as soon as he feels safe which I know could take awhile. AC in Dorchester but not on the Cape and these last few nites were humid!! Hopefully the sun will make an appearance soonn-Roland will probably be going to the beach for the first time Thursday or Saturday-I hope he gets easier to bathe-I think he thought I was trying to drowned him-it was like he was fighting for his life. He's warmed up to Pat a little more but Pats had to work and I've been around a lot more. Pat wants Roland to love him so badly! I told him it'll just take time. Have a great week and thanks for all your help. Kellie
                                                 Logan now Winston

Hi Kerrianne,

 
I would just like to update you on Mr. Winston.  He is adapting very well to his new home and to Maggie.  Maggie is giving him the cold shoulder from time to time.  He likes to go out in the yard and run around.  He has stopped wearing the belly band since Saturday AM.  He goes outside and on the piddle pad.  He is a very good boy so far. He has only pooped, not urinated on the rug twice.  I think he will be easy to house train.  He follows me around everywhere.  We crate him at night (for now) and he is fine, as long as he can see "me".  We tried putting him in the crate in my daughter's room and he wasn't too happy.  We let him on the bed this morning for a few hours this AM and he did fine, Maggie was a little offended because that is her territory (oh well).   He wouldn't eat his food after he saw what Maggie was eating, so we are alternating, but he seems to like the rice/chicken and hamburger mix.  I will keep you posted.  How is his brother doing, has he been adopted yet?  Thanks again Deborah

Adam

Good Morning Cathie,
 
Adam and Sasha are such good friends. They love to run in and out of the house Jumping and playing. There are so many cute moments I don't know where to begin. I am truly blessed to have the both of them. Adam and Sasha for the most part, a poo poo once and a while, have mastered house training YAHOOOO.. Bedtime is so cute they both have to have there teeth and hair brushed and if needed eye boogers cleaned which neither is to thrilled. Then they both curl up under my arm and between Erik and I ... off to sleep.Erik and Adam have really bonded, so he thinks, secretly he is my boy. Erik calls every day to see how the kids are doing..I love it when he asks this question. We have taken many pictures and I will have to go have the picture card burned to disk so I can send them as I haven't mastered the art from my computer. Let me know when you want to come visit. I hope you know that you and your husband are always welcome to stop in and visit. Give me a call when your ready to come as my computer is on the fritz and I will be without is for the next 3-5 days. Do you j I was complaining that my back hurt? Well I herniated a disc in my back and will be out of work for the next 4 weeks boo hoo. This injury couldn't have come at a better time. Happy Happy Happy I can stay home and play with my babies. Please give me a call when ever you wish. We look forward to seeing you.
 

Good Morning Mommy,

 
My forever mom, dad and sister have been keeping me real busy. I love the long walks in the morning, running so fast around the yard that my sister can't catch me (I think I am an antelope), and snuggling with everyone at night. I really really love my forever home and family they make me feel loved and special.  Mom wants me to tell you how grateful she is that you brought us together because I bring so much joy and happiness to the family's life. Mommy, I know that you miss me dearly but, please know that the greatest gift you gave to me was placing me in my forever home. I will always love you for all the goodness you shared with me and for providing me with a second chance at a great life and I mean great life. Mom attached some pictures, she takes to many, because I am so photogenic. The picture with me snuggled into mom's bathrobe is one of my favorites. I love moms red bathrobe so much that I have claimed it for my own. I have also claimed Daddy's lap for my own because us guys have to stick together. But, secretly mom's number one.   Well, I gotta go because we are going for a hike.

Love

Adam, Sasha, Mom and Dad  

Mystic Rose

Hi Cathie
Thought you would like to know that Margaret and Rose adore one another and Rose looks great - she is really getting used to being around people and is completely
housetrained.  She went to the groomers today for the first time - Margaret didn't want to rush her.  Then she dropped by my house for a "photo shoot" so we could send you some pictures.


 

Hi Kerri
Margaret and Rose are doing great.  Rose has become a real dog - loves the outdoors, trying to catch squirrels, birds, etc.  She gets a walk on the beach every morning and spent a week on Margaret's island this summer.  She has become a bit more
outgoing, but is devoted mostly to Margaret, which is great. Thanks again for a great match - Rose has Margaret wrapped around her little paw!
 

Thanks again.
Camille Johnson

friend of Margaret Mitchell
                                                           Divot

Hello,
Just wanted to give you an update of our day...  We had an wonderful afternoon where Divot met friends and family.  He truly impressed everyone and was just so sweet and loving. He and our youngest granddaughter, Brianna, and our next door  neighbor, Dougals, have become inseparable.  They both want to trade their dogs dogs for Divot!
 We went for a nice long walk around the neighborhood, so Divot could see  and be seen.  Then we went on a little excursion to Pet Smart to pick up a couple little things.  He got just a little stressed out so Garry bought him outside immediately and he was fine. Two of the three cats are doing very well with him and one watches  him from
the stairs.  She is the one one that we thought would hide for at least a week.  But one sits with him on the couch to watch TV and has shared a dish of food. It seems as if they are all adjusting very well. He loves the camera, and our granddaughter is thrilled that she will have pictures to take to school of with herself and her new "niece". Just one quick question regarding bowel habits, is this usually once a day or twice?????  We just waited to make sure he stays "regular". It is so cute that way he barks at his reflection in the glass of the doors of the sliders. He has adopted one side of the couch and has brought his toys, including the cat toys they accumulated for him next to his bed! Thank you so much for the wonderful little man that you brought to us!  He is such a delight!!!!

 Thank you, that is so nice! I wanted to give you an update on how well he is doing!  He has not had a single mistake and is socializing beautifully with everyone he meets.  He is a little tentative with the other dogs, but they are all so much bigger than he is!  He was funny with seeing the Mastiff through the fence, he stood his ground and told Buddy quite a story!   He is getting along well with the cats.  They are getting used to him as well.  It has been two years since we had a dog in the house, so I don't know how much they remember.   He loves Douglas, our next door neighbor.  We just came in from playing in the back yard with him.  Douglas gets down and rolls around in the grass with him and Divot jumps over him.  It looks as if he is on springs!  He even occupies himself by throwing his stuffed animals up in the air and tries to catch them.  The more you laugh watching him, the longer he does it, He and Garry are having some nice long walks (2 miles) and I think the "big guy" wears out before the little guy!  He has been to Garry's office and met everyone there.  I could only take the "proud parent" pictures, but everyone I work with loves him! I will definitely send pictures to you for the website! I will keep you posted and we will definitely get together soon, so you can see him.

HI Kerri,
I know, I do not know where the summer has gone.  Lost somewhere in a blur...
Time goes by too quickly! Divot is doing so well.  What a little love he is!  We are having so much fun with him.  He is very affectionate and such a snuggler! He is still a little leary of new people and still barks at them until he is comfortable, but we are all a work in progress and trying to re-assure him the best that we can to make him more comfortable.
 He cuddles up between us every evening to watch TV.  If we take too long in the kitchen cleaning up after dinner, he barks and runs to the living room as if to say hurry up, it is time to come and sit!  He loves to come with us running errands, or just out for a ride. 
Sunday is his Birthday, so we are planning a little family party for him and next week his groomer is having a Halloween party for the "friends" that go for grooming and  occasional play dates.  I still have to learn how to scan pictures to e-mail and as soon as I do, I will send pictures to you.  It has been so  wonderful having  him come into our lives!  Thank you so much for giving up the opportunity!



Regards,
Susan

Sally now Caleigh

Hi Cathie,
 
Sorry it has taken so long to email you.  It seems like I never get a turn to use the computer at home!!!!!  Eddie was not happy that I hadn't emailed you yet. Caleigh is just such a sweetheart!  She is so cuddly and sweet.  I can't imagine not having her as part of our family.  It took about a week for her to warm up to Frank but they are best buds now!  She gets very excited when he comes home from work.  Sometimes she gets so excited, she piddles a bit. She started out sleeping in her bed right next to ours but each night she would wake up and go over to Frank's side and he would lift her up into our bed.  Now, she just goes to bed with us and cuddles up between us.  She is such a love!
 Yesterday was her first trip to the beach!   We had so much fun!  She met so many four legged friends!   We will have to get together with your dogs and have a play date.  I'm not real good at downloading pictures so I'll have to wait for one of the kids to help me with it. 

Janice Powell

Princess

Hi Cathie,
I just wanted to give you an update about Princess. She has been doing very well adjusting to us (and vice versa).  The first few hours, I am pretty sure she was checking to see if you were coming back. We took her out often, gave her time to investigate all around the house, gave her treats and carrot, cheerios... Consequently, with all the new changes, she didn't seem to want her supper. Understandable though. After awhile,
we set up her little bed with the snuggly and she took a nice nap. We went out and bought her a crate which she likes too. Her bed is in the family room where we spend alot of time, and the crate is in the kitchen, another place we always seem to be. So she has a choice where she wants ro rest but can still be where we are too. This AM she barked a little at Jim, but hasn't barked since then. I think she was just happy to see someone. She did eat her breakfast, went out in the yard. Haven't had any accidents or even used the pad. She is very calm  and loving. She loves the attention (move over Emily) and will curl up on a pillow if we are sitting on the floor. We are are working on "sit." I am sure it won't take long. I will be getting in touch with the Vet this week to get her paw pads groomed. She has already been the topic in one of the children's story for church!  OH! She finally noticed the bunny and has actually gotten to smell her nose to nose. Still no barking! I will let you know how this develops...  Anyway, she has already given us a lot of joy. We hope to give her everything she needs and then some. Just know that she is already loved and a part of the family. Thank you for all that you have done to keep her healthy and happy. It is a difficult job that you do, but only a person with a lot of compassion and love can do it.  Best of luck to you and all little yorkies in need of homes. We will keep in touch. 

The Tilbe Family 

Drew 

Hi Kerri,
     
Drew is still on my lap.  We thought it would take days or a week.  You left and it was no time he fit right in.  He likes to sleep touching my back or shoulder. He will not move.  I move him a little and he goes right back.  Friday we went to get the sticker for my car. They loved him.  I gave that man the e-mail address. My grandson was finishing the last 2 baseball games and his father had the coach game.  Of course my Drew was at all of them and boy does he get attention.  I am so in love I can't tell you.   Well I really can't thank you enough for Drew.  He is wonderful and I love to spoil him.  Even my husband is in love. If you are ever in the area come by to see us.  Drew's forever family


Mama Susan

   Mia

Ellen,

Likewise,  we enjoyed meeting you and Joan.  We will enjoy keeping in touch and bringing Mia to see you from time to time.  We are love drunk here!!!!  Mia is simply precious beyond words.  She is such a good girl that I cannot imagine anyone giving her up -- unless they knew how terrific she is and felt badly about not spending enough time with her.  She has an energy level that seems to fit us really well.  Last night she whined for about 10 minutes after we went to bed and again for about 10 minutes in the middle of the night.  I had quiet music on for her so don't know if that helped to sooth her.  She has been really good about using paper and going outside to relieve herself..  She has a delightful personality.  We are feeling very, very lucky.
 
Thank you for sending the gardening websites.  I love to garden, but do not like to spend a fortune doing so.  Rylee enjoys gardening as well, and is a huge help to me.  Kevin is all boy!!!  He is a good boy who loves a good time, is curious, likes to experiment, and struggles with the balance between being what boys (and men) expect of each other and being sensitive.  We had to go out for a bit today and could not bring Mia.  His brow was furrowed and he looked like he lost his last friend.  I asked him what was wrong and he said he was worried that she would be lonely and was eager to get back home to her.  We have attached a photo of the kids with Mia. 
 

Thank you for everything.  I will see you when the food you ordered for me arrives.  Catherine

Dora

Hi Kerri,
 
 My husband thinks the dog is very pretty and nice. she sits on his lap, she pees and pooped outside but not going on pee pad inside wore diaper all night dry this morning.  she follows us all over outside, listens ,and  stays my me with her little tail wagging the whole time not crying at all. She has not barked once. she is so adorable. she ate last night and this morning.  last night at bed time I put her bed right near freckles near my bed slept all night in bed never got up.  She's perfect in every way.  I love her she's already attached. My neighbors can not believe how she follows me around yard.  I am so happy you can not imagine. Right now she's sound asleep on my fluffy slippers. say hi to your mom for me.  Have a great nite. I can see why you would miss  Dora.   I will keep you informed daily. thanks so much.  Cindy
 
Update 6/8/2007 
hi kerri, hows everything? doras doing great freckles is doing great. they both get along together good. but they also give each other their own space. dora has not had any poop accidents in house she goes about 15 minutes after eating every time. has not gone on pee pee pad she wears diaper in the house but has not peed it yet. she holds it all night and holds it until I come home from work. so she is doing every thing outdoors. she is going camping with us this week-end along with freckles. should be fun. she is a calm quiet dog never has barked yet. she follows me every where.  she has one ear up and one floppy ear what causes that?  she is a bow rebel sometimes she takes it out looks she's saying what do I need this for. have a nice week-end. 

 Cindy

update 7/12/2007:

hi kerrianne, i am fine and so is dora and freckles.  my computer was down for 2 weeks my nieces husband fixed it he reinstalled windows exp. but i do not really know why it came about. but i am glad its fixed. dora has been on quite a few camping trips and she does very well. she is such a doll and so well behaved. every one luvs her and she luvs every one. she fits right in to every thing. we go to a beach at the cape where you have to walk a mile to get ther so nobody goes but we love it because we can bring the dogs. freckles and dora came right in swimming with me. she loved it. in fact this saturday we are vacationing on the cape for 4 days. a friend of ours owns a house in west yarmouth. so he invited us we could stay in the house but we are taking our camper so i can bring the dogs.we will go swimming again.  well i hope your summer is enjoyable.  i saw my picture and story on the web site very nice. i read about divot he sounds like he is also doing good and drew also. i am so glad i picked dora i love her so much  freckles to.i call them baby girl and baby boy.

 

Hi Kerri,
 
All is well with all of us. Dora and freckles went on many camping trips with us. They are getting along great. Summer has been great but does it ever go by fast. We are all heading to Vermont for the last summer hoorah this week-end.
 
Hope all is well with you and your mom. Hope you had a nice summer.
 Keep in touch.

 

 Cindy

Emma

Hello Cathie,

Emma is doing great, still a little timid, but improving bit by bit.  Today, up here in the North Country, it was absolutely gorgeous.  It was in the 70’s…hard to believe that this past Monday was a Northeaster!!!  My husband and I took a moment to enjoy the weather, and so didn’t the girls.  I have attached a photo of Emma and Moxie, with me. I will not be able to make the gathering, this time around.  We had a lot of damage to our home and property…so we are concentrating on getting things back in order.  I wanted to meet you and all the other Yorkie people and their Yorkies, but this has to come first. 

 Hope you are enjoying the weekend.

UPDATE:

How are you?  How did the Yorkie gathering go?  Great, I hope.  Wish I could have been there.  Next year, I hope J  We are all doing fine!  Still cleaning up the mess, after the storm, but gaining on it. Branches are everywhere. I am actually picking them up by hand and not raking them, because there are just too many of them.  Emma is doing great.  We just love her.  I have never seen a dog wag their tail as much as Emmy.  She wags it so much I think she is going to lift off the ground like a helicopter…we just adore her!  She comes to me now, and I have her walking beside me, off leash in the yard!  She is amazing.  She is getting better on her little accidents in the house, too.  You were right…she does think my scatter rugs are big pee pee pads!  Like I said, she is getting better on that home front though and we are happy about that. check your website periodically, and I happened to notice Tira on it this morning.  If you can’t find the perfect home for her, I would be interested in adopting her.  Moxie and Emmy are doing great together, and I know one more wouldn’t be a problem.  Keep me in mind for Tira, if you do not have any luck finding her a home.

 Take care, Bobbie

                                                          Maddie

Cathie,
 
Maddie is an absolute joy, she is fitting in well, cannot believe it has been a week already, it seems like she has been with us forever. She loves roaming our yard and climbing, chasing the ducks, birds, cats etc... She is fascinated by the squirrels in the yard, she lays on my mom's bed and jumps down runs into the office and jumps up on my chair to look at the squirrels at the bird feeders barking her little head off... she is comfortable here. I could picture her any other place but my home. My mom is so happy that Maddie adopted her! I tried to take some pictures with my husbands camera but they were too dark, will try again, she went to the groomer with Mandy yesterday and is prim and she knows it!  I will keep in touch, did not want to bother you too much,

Thanks again, Joanne

 

Hello Cathy, It has been awhile since I have chatted and I figured I would give you an update on our little friend Maddie. She is adapting better each day, she and Mandy now play on a regular basis and it is split between them on who initiates the play, Samantha the lab even gets in on the play. Maddie has turned out to be my dog, I have to watch where I put my feet because is generally right under where ever I am sitting. When I am in the kitchen she is right there besides me, but at night she likes to sleep up against my husband or on top of our pillows between us. We haven't had any more incidents of what I call her evil eye, but when she looks like that I just talk to her and she is fine.
 Maddie is such a joy, we enjoy watching her puppy antics, and she has turned out to be quite the little hunter. If you ever get up this way you will have to stop by and see how well she has become a NH pup.
 Joanne

Curly now Pau

Hi Kerri, We had a great weekend.  My problem with naming is I asked too many people their opinion.  Also every time I saw something new in his personality, I thought of another possibility.  Whooo, mental over drive.
 
The little guy is sleeping on my lap right now as I type.  I'm going with the first name I liked, Pau .  It is the Catalan name for Paul and also the Catalan work for "peace".  Everyone is telling me pet names evolve, so not to worry so much about the name, name.   But at least his actual name will have a nice meaning.  Pau is pronounced like "paw".
He is loving toys!!!  But not loving outside yet.   I don't think he knows what to make of outside.  He seems to be happy once he is on the walk, but he never wants to go out the door.   The walk seems to help get some bathroom action outside.
 
He's so well behaved and cute.  He loves sleeping on a lap or curled up next to you, he is very loving.   Sunday he started allowing us to rub his belly while he was on his back.  Before that he didn't like being in that position.  He's eating more food everyday, but doesn't touch the Wee Bits.  I guess the flavor isn't his favorite.  We are hoping to see some weight gain soon.
 
Ingrid and Pau
Update4/7/07: He’s been so well behaved.  The only time he’s been kinda confined, is at night when we sleep, we close the bedroom door.  I’m worried he’ll fall down the stairs, so we keep the door closed.  He’ll walk around the bed a couple of times, looking for someone to play with, but once he realizes everyone is down for the night he curls up on his bed and goes to sleep.  No barking, scratching or anything.  I’m so luck he is so darn good!

Ingrid & Mark Corderio

Toby

Hi Cathie!
I don't know if you remember, but March 8th was my birthday!  Mommy bought me a happy birthday hat and bandanna and made me wear them for pictures!!  I know it doesn't sound like much fun, but I didn't mind a bit. I am sitting on the couch in the living room between my two sisters. We get along great!  It is fun having other furbabies to play with even though they are girls. I think that they liked my birthday toys even better than I did!  I am very happy here. Thanks for finding my forever home!  Even though I am nine, I still have lots and lots of years left to play!


Love, Toby

Tara

Cathie: Tara is doing just fine.  We had the dog reunion yesterday with Tara and Dixie.  How cute to see the first reaction.  Tara immediately knew Dixie and Dixie took a few minutes, but boy when she realized who it was she kissed and kissed her.  Dixie was so happy. 

Tara is doing great. Today she actually stood at my door to let me know she needed to go out.  Funny how she eats and goes out right away just like Dixie - they are so well trained.  I did find the bag of food at Family Pet and Garden Center.  Tara does seem to eat a bit slower since I feed her alone in a room by herself.  We all love her (even my husband called me from work to see how she's doing).   Pictures to follow very soon. 

                                                                                         Caroline Mazzola

Pictured above Tara w/ Dixie, they are mother and daughter....Tara, the mother was adopted by Caroline who is Peggy's daughter. Peggy adopted Dixie see below!

Dixie

Dixie is a "dream come true."  She is as cute as a button and sweet as can be.  She loves her new home.  I am spoiling her rotten and enjoying every minute of it. There are so many cute sweaters and coats for dogs.  Dixie was well trained when I received her and she is smart enough to give me a signal when she needs to go out. She loves to play fetch and this is winter - wait until summer! My daughter brings her dog over and walks the two of them Dixie loves the company. She is great with people, children and other dogs.  She loves to be picked up and sits on my lap at any chance she gets.   I am very happy with Dixie the match was perfect.  Thank you for everything.

Peggy O'Connor 

SHELBY

Hi Kerri,
 
She was not a happy camper to go out during the storm.  I had to carry her down the stairs and wait with her while she did her business.  I was so glad that I had bought her a warm coat and a raincoat.  You know how territorial she is over her bed, well she has become territorial over her corner of the sofa as well as the bed.  She also thinks she owns the neighborhood as well as her own space outside.  My neighbor, directly in back of me, came out of his door and she went crazy barking and showing her teeth.  I told him to come over and as soon as she knew he was not a threat she would shower him with kisses.  He looked a little apprehensive but came over anyway and, of course, Shelby put on her charm.  She now has another person who is in love with her.
 She is here sitting on my lap while I am composing this email.  She has been doing walking exercise with me in the house.  She keeps up for about 5 laps around the house then jumps up on the sofa and watches me as I continue.  It appears to me that she is thinking "are you crazy".  I keep her moving as much as possible.  She sure is laid back.  Wait until the weather breaks and she finds out what I have in store for her.  I am sure she will do fine.
 Kerri, I am so happy to have her as my pet and love her with all my heart.  Thank you for bringing her to me.  Talk to you soon.
 

Joan Almeida

Shelby was first adopted through Craigslist and was not a suitable match for her adoptive home. they then surrendered her to Yorkies Inc so we could find that perfect match.

RUBY

1/20/2007: Hi Kerri, Ruby had 2 great nights. She slept with Sophie in the doggie bed together and not a peep out of either one until about 5:15am. They heard my alarm go off so they start to yip just a little. She's using the pee pad and the rug. Good and not so good, we keep taking her out with Sophie. She'll get it. Ruby has also conquered the stairs. Partly because she doesn't like the cold and worked it out, how do I get inside? Hmmm, up the stairs! She is a love, we all adore her. Frank and Rachel think she is so sweet. She is a contrast to Sophie. All is not a love fest with Sophie, she's jealous. When she behaves badly we scoop her up with a NO and put her in the kennel until she yips and then we take her out. Sophie will catch on to her bad behavior and stop. Ruby shies away until Sophie calms down. They a sniffing at each other. They will figure it out. WE all can't imagine life without Ruby. Thank you again. We will keep in touch. I think I've been bitten by the Yorkie bug!

                                                                                                                                                                        Valerie
 
2/9/2007: Hi Kerri,
It's so great to see them together. Sophie can be aloof, but Ruby goes right up to her and starts to play. Sophie can't help herself and she starts right in. They are getting along just fine. We are so in love with Ruby. We took a road trip last week to Ohio, Ruby was a little trooper, 10 hours in a car one way. Every rest stop she got out of the car in the cold and peed' immediately. We had a few accidents but were prepared. She loved my daughters kids and they loved her. We stayed at a Residence Inn, pets invited. The staff loved both dogs. I really adore her. Thanks for keeping in touch. Valerie

MADISON

It's our 1 week anniversary and yet it seems like she's always been here. jim couldn't believe it's been only a week either because she's so well  adjusted! her bow has been out for 2 days because they were playing so roughly and her new ones haven't come yet.   i'll get pix to you- i'm going to get a new digital  camera because my other is huge and chews batteries. went out to take pix the other day and had to do 35mm because the batteries were already dead. i replaced 2 weeks prior and hadn't even used the camera & it takes too much time to change 6.   i'll have the other handy and can get better pix.  she is soooo easy- and sweet and loving.  she is the "toy" girls and gets them going with the toys. she also sleeps with at least 2 in her bed!  see, if i had the camera yesterday you'd have a cute shot of them playing tug of war with the rope fish you sent. all 3 were playing today- i'm thrilled to see them play. how's henry doing? we're so pulling for the little bug and hope the egg whites are going well.   murphy started throwing up the cal nat so we're thinking of putting him on the wee bits too. slowly but he already snags a fair share. the biljac was getting him fat and not staying with him long enough. we'll see how this goes but since the girls are all doing so well he may have better luck on it. I've not been happy with cal nat since they opened their own factory- less regulation.  lee and cadie stopped eating it (that is after lee got sick and i found out why). i think their extrusion process fills it full of air- makes it more profitable!   i'll get pics to you- she is soo pretty but looks pretty messy today after playing for 2 days.   she's so house trained too- we're amazed!   Thank you again for letting us adopt her! 

                                                                                                                     Wendy & Jim

Solange now Sasha

Good evening Cathie,

I can't thank you enough for my sweet furbaby. Solange and I have had a whirlwind of a day. First we had her welcome home party where she met Her new daddy, neighbors, sister and grandpa. It took about 10 seconds for Solange to claim her space, which is everywhere, in the house. After our party we took a ride to the vet to meet the staff and Dr. Grochect. I bet I don't have to tell you who the new superstar of salmon brook vet is. SOLANGE!!!. Dr. Grochect fell in love with me immediately I think it was because I gave him a kiss. When we finished at the vet, we took a ride to horses and hounds where mommy picked up my food, a exercise pen and I picked out a new pink bed. Our fun didn't stop there. Mommy had to go to her doctor and pick up her prescription so, I tagged along and stole the limelight. After that, mommy took me to the store to buy some new clothes. I got a UCONN Huskeys sweater I don't know who they are but mom says I will be a big hit with the boys if I wear it. I guess I'll have to take her word for that. Mom did insist that I pick up a few fashion clothes. Oh boy did we have fun. I got a princess dress, a rain coat, a sweater that has tassels, a sunshine tshirt, a red sweat shirt and a fashion coat. I am not sure what I am going to wear for our play date on the 29th. I guess I will have to look through my wardrobe and decide. Well I am so tired and I have a play date tomorrow with Colby who bought me lots of PRESENTS so I have to go to sleep. I think mom is a little tired too. Thank you mommy for introducing me to my new mommy Barbara. I will forever be grateful. 
 

Love Solange and Mom  

Update 3/31/07: Good morning Cathie, I thought I would let you know that Daddy wanted to change my name to Sasha and I answer to it happily. I also wanted to tell you that I didn't have any  accidents yesterday and I slept through the night till 6:15 am. I am so happy at my forever home. Mom and I are going to interview my new trainer, that is of course if I like him. Mom and I were looking at the Yorkie Shoppe and I liked the Tropical plaid snugglie set. Would you mind sending me one? Mom is sending a check with my picture today. Happy trails.
 
Best regards
 
Sasha and Barbara
UPDATE 4/21/07: Hi foster mommy. Finally mommy was able to transfer the pictures from her camera to the computer. Mommy has taken so many pictures of me which made it difficult to decide on which ones to send. So, I decided to send 3 pictures for now, 2 mommy and me pictures and 1 of my crib. I love my house so much and I explore every inch of it, inside and out, daily. I love to chase mommy around the house and sometimes I trick her by hiding behind the door and then jumping out from behind it while standing on my back feet. Mommy thinks this is really funny so, she encourages this kind of play.When we are not playing in the house mommy and I take long walks by the Farmington River,  Hike in the woods and go to the park. Last weekend Mommy and I went for a 5 mile hike at Valley Falls. Mommy was so proud of me because I hiked for 4 miles. I would have walked the last mile but there were 4 big dogs who scared me so mommy gave me a ride. I would love to say that mommy and I play all day every day but, once a week I have to go to school and then practice what I learn. Some times school is hard because I can be stubborn and I don't want to pay attention. Mommy always assures me that paying attention will payoff. This week I was practicing walking on a leash and learning to sit. I breezed through walking on a leash but, I don't like to sit. Matt, my trainer, told me not to worry about doing this perfectly for now. Tomorrow Daddy, Mommy and me are going to McLean's Game refuge for a hike. I can't wait because mommy says there is a duck pond and I love to bark at them. Well, I gotta go because I need to get ready for bed. I love you and can't wait to see everybody at the play-date. 
 
Sasha and Mommy           
Hi Cathie,
It has been far to long since I have written to you. Adam, Sasha, Erik   and I are doing well. Words cant express how truly grateful we are to have a complete family with the addition of Adam and of course Sasha. Adam has Finlay come into his own and asserts himself regularly. One of my favorite times with Adam and Sasha is bedtime. They both jump on me and cover me with kisses,paw at my face and then we snuggle together till we fall asleep. Please keep in touch.
 
PS I will send you pictures of the kids in their Halloween costumes.
Best Regards, Barbara, Erik and the kids

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