How to Adopt a Yorkie Puppy

Yorkshire terrier puppies are playful, outgoing and full of personality. In fact, they are one of the most popular dogs breeds in which to have. As a breed, Yorkies are generally healthy and make for good companions. While adopting an adult Yorkie can prove to be rewarding, adopting a puppy is equally as fun. Unless you buy a Yorkie from a breeder, adopting a puppy can sometimes be a little challenging.

Things You'll Need

Newspaper
Internet access

Instructions

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  Visit your local animal shelter. According to AdoptAPet.com, about twenty-five percent of shelter dogs are purebred; therefore, you may be able to find a Yorkie puppy at a shelter awaiting a home. However, finding a Yorkie puppy at a shelter is not always possible. Sometimes, stray Yorkies can have puppies and they are brought to shelters. In addition, some folks will bring Yorkie puppies that they cannot find homes for, to shelters.
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  Contact a local Yorkie rescue. Most breeds have their own rescue associations and Yorkies are no exception. People whose Yorkies became pregnant unexpectedly may bring puppies to the rescue or rescues may receive already pregnant Yorkies. In addition, many rescues obtain their dogs from shelters. Therefore, if a Yorkie puppy is taken to a shelter, a rescue may adopt it, then find a home for the pooch.
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  Search your newspaper for folks who need to find homes for Yorkie puppies. Many newspapers offer pet-related advertising and you may find your future Yorkie puppy listed there. In addition, post your desire for obtaining a puppy on Internet networking sites or send out a mass email. Someone you know may have a connection to an adoptable Yorkie puppy.
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  Contact your veterinarian's office for adoption information. They may have a client who is looking for a home for Yorkie puppies.