About YorkieHaven Rescue

Y o r k i e H a v e n

Rescue is a non-

profit organization

dedicated to the

rescue of yorkie/yorkie mixes regardless of

age, sight, hearing or other handicaps and

is run solely by unpaid volunteers. W e

ensure that all yorkies we rescue from

“throwaway land” are safe and can live

their lives in a loving, caring, healthy

environment until their forever home can

be found. Our main goal is not finding the

right pup for a home, but finding the right

home for each and every pup.

YHR receives no outside government

funding and is supported by private

donations and our own fundraising efforts.

100% of the monies received goes directly

towards the care of the pups in our rescue.

Please visit our website to see our rescues

that are available for adoption. W e have

an online application for adoption and also

a form for surrendering a yorkie. W e also

have a boutique of fabulous items for your

pupa current list of our donors, etc..

yorkiehavenrescue.com

Issue 13 April 2011

The Yorkie Haven Rescue Newsletter

Post Office Box 219Seabrook, TX 77586

yorkiehavenrescue.comyorkiehavenrescue06@yahoo.com

KIBBLE TALK

Clearing up the Myths - Teacup/Toy/Pocket Yorkie!

Teacup (T-cup) Yorkies, Toy Yorkies, Pocket Yorkies. They simplyDO NOT EXIST!

These myths were concocted by greedy backyard breedersand puppymills as simply a ploy to make more money bytelling people that these are "special" or “rare” breeds.Occasionally, within a litter, there may be a puppy that isunusually small. That puppy is the “runt of the litter” and anyother breakdown in description is not correct. Some unethicalbreeders take 2 poor little runts and breed them hoping to geta smaller dog. This is pathetic because it causes veryunhealthy little babies. Not to mention that the female willalways have to have a c-section for delivery. Why wouldanyone want to put a female dog thru a c-section every timeshe has a litter? MONEY!! They will sell these poor “runts”for large amounts of money.

Sometimes ignorance comes into play also. Sadly, there arepeople out there breeding Yorkshire terriers who simply aren'tknowledgeable enough about Yorkies to know that there is nosuch thing as a teacup, toy or pocket Yorkie. They hear it,believe it, so they sell it.

A Yorkie should not be a frail nervous little dog, yet these littleones tend to be just that! The well bred Yorkshire Terrier"yorkie" is a proud, high spirited, exciting little terrier whothinks it's as big as a Great Dane.

NONE of the kennel clubs: AKC, CKC(continental), APRI, CKC (canadian) etc.endorse or condone the use of any of theseterms and are concerned that these terms maybe used to entice perspective buyers intothinking that puppies described in this way are ofgreater monetary value. They are not; and theuse of these terms is incorrect and misleading.To attach any of these additional labels to aparticular pup is to misrepresent that animal assomething that is rare or exceptional and causesa great deal of confusion. This is very muchfrowned upon by the kennel clubs.

The breed standard states “Weight must notexceed 7 lbs. as an adult”. Most Yorkshireterriers that you see participating in the showring tend to be 5 to 7 pounds.

Please beware of any breeder that consistentlyadvertises teacup, toy or pocket Yorkies for sale.If they are misleading you into thinking that theyhave very rare or special Yorkies by calling themsomething that they are not, why or how can youtrust buying a puppy from them? Raising theprice to get more money proves that they are init for the money and not the well being of thepuppy or the betterment of the breed!

Yes, there are Yorkies out there that areChampionship show dogs, agility champions orconformation champions that deserve a higherprice for their puppies. They have worked veryhard to uphold the integrity and bloodline of theYorkie breed and the high quality is worth themoney. They go for thousands of dollars and, ofcourse, people that are looking to show are thepeople that are willing to pay those prices. Alsokeep in mind those puppies are NOT 1-2lbs butthe standard 5-7 lb. Yorkies. Otherwise theycould not register for the shows.

This is not to scare you away from wanting a runtof a litter at all. The runts are just as special asthe rest of the litter. But please keep in mindthat a very small and fragile Yorkie is going toneed more attention (personal and medical). A1-2 lb Yorkie, will not live as long as a 5-7 lb.Yorkie because they tend to have more heathissues.

If you think you might be in the market for aYorkie, please do your homework and researchthis breed. Don’t just see all the celebritiescarrying them around in fancy bags and get inyour mind that you want a dog that you can carrywith you wherever you go. No matter their adultweight (since no one can truly judge this), youhave to love the Yorkie for its personality andspirit, not its size.

We come in many shapes and

sizes!!

LOOK WHO’S HOME: TOTO A/K/A ANDY

The call and email came in from the LA-SPCA on November 22,2010, explaining that they had a male yorkie that they could not putup for adoption themselves because he failed the food aggressiontest. For those who do not know, this is when they give the dog a bowl of food and reachin the bowl and move the bowl around with a fake hand on a stick. Well, Toto did not careto share his food with this "hand" and took quite the nip at it. This deemed him adoptableto the general public since they cannot screen for potential applicants for issues such asfood aggression.

So, on November 27th, the Yorkie Haven Rescue volunteers went to visit with Toto andsee just how big his bite was. They determined that he could and would be worked withand bailed him out of doggy jail right away. Even though Toto missed Thanksgivingturkey, he entered a loving foster home just two days after Thanksgiving day and that wassomething to be thankful for.

Over the next few weeks, Toto proved to have more anxieties than just food issues. He was not good in public

DOGGONE GOOD EATIN

15 Minute Liver Treats

(found at thepoop.com)

Ingredients:

1 lb. chicken livers

1 cup flour

1 cup corn meal

1 egg

1 tablespoon garlic powder

1 1/4 cup flour

Preparation and Cooking:

Place chicken liver and liquid in blender, liquify.

Add egg, mix a minute more. Pour into bowl. Add

flour, corn meal and garlic powder. Mix. Spray jelly

roll pan with pam. Pour mixture into pan. Bake 15

minutes at 400 degrees. Cut into small squares

while still warm.

Some dogs like them frozen too!

POETRY CORNERThe Happy Dogs’ Bedtime Prayer

Author: Unknown

Now I lay me down to sleep,

The queen-size bed is soft and deep.

I sleep right in the center groove,

My human being can hardly move.

I've trapped her legs, she's tucked in tight,

And here is where I pass the night.

No one disturbs me or dares intrude,

Til morning comes and I want food.

I sneak up slowly and it begins,

My nibbles on my human's chin.

She wakes up slowly and smiles and shouts, "You

darling beast! Just cut it out!"

But morning's here and its time to play,

I always seem to get my way.

So thank you Lord, for giving me,

This human person that I see.

The one who holds me tight,

and shares her bed with me at night.

DID YOU KNOW???

Dogs sweat from the pads of theirpaws. They discharge heat by panting.

Toto at the LA-SPCA

and with certain men. He would snarl and bark as if he were a 90 lb. Doberman when at the pet store, at the vet,and sometimes, when just on a walk. This, along with other certain behaviors proved to us that poor Toto hadreally been worked over in his previous home or on the street (since he was picked up as a stray by the SPCA)and just needed to learn love and patience to see that not all humans were bad and instead of punishing him forhis shortcomings, he would be taught to deal with them in a positive manner.

While in his foster home, Toto did make friends with another male foster yorkie in the home and they loved playingtogether. He was such a sweet, happy dog and deserved a home of his own that would be patient and let Totocome around to the good life at his own pace.

Well, on January 7, 2011, just that application came into the YHR database. This family of true animals lovershad previously dealt with, were currently dealing with and were ready to deal with again, issues just like Toto's.They saw his face, read his bio and knew that he had to be the newest addition to their home. After all interviews,home checks, etc were completed, everyone knew that this is exactly where Toto needed to be and the adoptiondate was set. Toto's new family lived in Texas, which was quite a drive to Toto's foster location, but theynevertheless gassed up the vehicle and set out to pick up their new baby boy.

On January 16, 2011, Toto met his new family and happily hopped in the vehicle for his long ride home. Theweather was absolutely horrible. They had rain from Houston to Baton Rouge and back. Their first introductionto Andy was very positive and they knew that he would be just perfect for their home. Since the SPCA deemedhim aggressive with certain people and food, they wanted him to have a kinder, gentler name, so Toto is nowAndy.

FROM THE NEW FAMILY:

It has now been 2 months since Andy joined us and he has settled in quite well and is a gem. He fits in well withour other two rescues, a poodle and blue heeler mix. Andy has learned the “pecking order” and routine of thehousehold, and continues to learn in new situations. He has visited with his new Vet (male) without incident andhe was very placid and cooperative with the groomer.

He has had a couple “meltdowns”, and they always happen after 8pm (during darkness). We believe that whenhe was on the streets of New Orleans, he was terrified and became very defensive. We also believe that he wasnever socialized with his own litter mates and he was discarded in early puppyhood. Despite all this, Andy isdefinitely a lap pup who enjoys lap naps everyday and kisses everyone that takes the time to slowly and gentlyintroduces themselves.

Andy was deemed unadoptable, but that is not the case. All he needed is someone to loveand care for him and assist him in accepting new situations. We are indeed very thankfulthat Andy is a part of our hearts and family. Later this spring we plan on introducing himto golf cart rides through the neighborhood with Alex and Sassie (his four legged siblings.)

Andy today

(freshly groomed)!

YHR LOVES HAPPY ENDINGS, BUT COULD NOT DO ALL THIS WITHOUT YOU!

PAWS UP TO YOU

If you have given Yorkie Haven Rescue a donation,purchased from our boutique, donated craft items tosell on our website, etc., we would like to take thistime to say THANK YOU very much. Through youracts of generosity, you, the public, are rescuers too.

January 1, 2011 - March 31, 2011

Abby Hulick Humbles Kelly Brownalldogboots.com Kelly Collins

Allison Benton Kerri OuberBruce Denson Kim Bierwas

Amanda Overton Kimberley AtherleyAndrew Selke Kimberly Bigelow

Ann Langlois Laura MotaAnnette Larue Laurette Griffin

Anooshea Taghdisi Leslie AguiarBarbara "Cricket" Dionne Leslie Anderson

Beth Fox Leslie LapresBetty Cowin Linda Freedman

Bill/Becky Aglinsky Linda HawkinsBonny Sheppard Linda Herrera

Brenda Van Valen Linda RennerBrie/Mario Lamorte Lisa Edwards

Brooke Chodzinski Lisa RainforthCamille Bourgeois Louanne Andrews

Carol English Lynnette MaddenCarol Yanche Macuqarie Group Foundation

Carolyn Tapp Magnum YorkiesCatherine Walker Mar Gregory

Cathy Sansonetti Marcella StrubCatio Sebastiany-Cho Margaret Hammerle

Cecilia/David Hoyle Margaret MaloneyChana Peacock Marilyn Nauhaus

Charmagne Cobb Mary DorseyChena Garrison Mary Snow

Cheryl Geary Mava/Charles VandervennetCheryl Maifeld Melinda Miller

Cherlyn Tumlin Merry Jones

Chris Bell Michael/Anna Ray

Christina Plaisance Michael/Ruthann JohnstonCindy Hasty Michelle Hilton

Claude/Nicole Boyd Morgan LamandreConsuelo Staser Nancy Gardner

Corinne Haith Nancy ViseCristy O’Herron Pamela Verrinder

Cookie/Jim Ashe Pat/Ted JenkinsDan/Joan Aumack Patricia Gonzalez-Powell

Darlene Chodzinski Patricia JenkinsDavid Stukenbroeker Patricia Key

Deb Sillers Patrick FasanoDebbie Misroon Patrick Loyd

Debbie Suggs Peggy StorsvedDeborah Stern Penny DeForest

Debra Harscher Penny NeedhamDenis/Sean Beyer Rachel DeFelice

Donna McSloy Rachelle HeinerDoug/Siobhan Marrone Robert/Linda Scallan

Elaine Freund Robin/Pat BurkeElaine Kimberley Romas LaRue

Elissa Carrick Rosemarie SageElizabeth/Tim Fox Rosmery Cruz

Elizabeth Webb Roxane RichterEva Cardrino Ryan DeBattista

Gita Bhatia Sallie NorsworthyGloria Smith Sally Ann Frazier

Harry Meyers Sandra CarrHazel Levatino Sandra Chesnut

Imperial Tresaures Sandy DillionJacqueline Babcock Sarah Kruse

Jacquelyn Johnston Sharon DavisJames Pruitt Sharon Forster

Jean Payne Sharon OswaltJean Vitale Sherrie Orr

Jeanie Geer Sherry ShiavoneJeanne Falzarano Sheryl Moulden

Jennifer/John Beard Shinja TowsleyJennifer Carnahan Shirley Shelbyl

Jennifer North Sonul MahendraJennifer Suey South Paw Sanctuary

Jeremy Bergeron Stacey WilsonJessica Endiso Stephanie Hoverman

Joann Hickox Stephen RidgillJoann/John Malinski Steve Anzalone

Jose Gonzalez Sue HegdahlJudith Palomar Susan Noblett

Judy Leblanc1 Suzanne Montague

Judy Stresser T. Bumpkins & Co.Karen Fratesi Tanya Voelcker

Karen Rene-Peterson Teresa DitlowKaren Rocher Terri/Larry Way

Karen van Lieshout Thomas FlowersKaren Walker Tina Norman

Karis McCutchen Valerie LeavittKat Edmondson Valerie McField

Kathleen Spreng Vicki DykesKatherine Hunter Vicki Konikson

Kathryn McCurley Wes/Kathy Goforth

Below is a summary of the pups Yorkie HavenRescue has taken in, adopted out, and those whohave crossed over to Rainbow Bridge while in ourcare.

May 1, 2006 - March 31, 2011

Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245

Adopted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185

Rainbow Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

January 1, 2011 - March 31, 2011

Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Adopted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Rainbow Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

YHR currently has 31 pups in foster homes thatare available for adoption.

ways to help YHR

1. Fostering - YHR does not have a shelter and our members integrate each pup into their families. Thisis a very big responsibility and fostering is not for everyone, but if you are interested, please send an e-mailto yorkiehavenrescue06@yahoo.com to request more information and an application. All foster homesmust go through the same process as an adoption applicant.

2. Grooming - Yorkies are a high-maintenance breed when it comes to coat care. Many of us havelearned to groom our own dogs and can groom the rescues as well. Unfortunately, some of the rescuescome to us as one giant, matted mess, making professional grooming necessary. If you are a groomerand live in a state near where a YHR pup is being fostered and can donate or offer a discount to grooma rescue pup, you will be listed on the donor page of our website and your services will be greatlyappreciated. To offer your grooming services, please e-mail us at yorkiehavenrescue06@yahoo.com andlet us know where you are located so we can determine whether we have a foster pup in your area in needof grooming.

3. Surfing the Net - When surfing the net, use www.goodsearch.com as your search engine anddesignate Yorkie Haven Rescue as your charity. For every search you perform, a donation is made toYHR without any cost to you. Your clicking helps keep the Haven ticking.

4. Shopping on the Internet - When shopping on the internet, shop through www.igive.com and selectYorkie Haven Rescue as your charity. At no extra cost to you, a portion of each online purchase will bedonated to YHR. You shop, they donate, the pups benefit.

5. Don’t know what to get those “hard to buy for pups”? Check out the Haven Boutique atwww.yorkiehavenrescue.com. You’ll get a great gift and at the same time, donate much needed funds tothe welfare of YHR’s foster pups.

6. Last, but not least, by telling your family and friends about Yorkie Haven Rescue and all of the ways to helplisted above, you bring awareness to YHR and animal rescue. Thank You!

Join Yorkie Haven Rescue in providing care and food for animals in shelters and sanctuaries. Todo this, go to www.theanimalrescuesite.com and click ONCE A DAY - EVERY DAY on the “ClickHere to Give - It’s Free” box. That is 365 chances each year to care for animals in need. If yourmemory isn’t that great anymore, don’t worry, you can sign up for “free click reminder service” andThe Animal Rescue Site will send you a free e-mail reminder as often as you like to remind you toclick to feed.