United Yorkie Rescue, Inc. was founded on August 5, 2002, by a group of loyal and hard-working rescue friends. We consolidated our efforts and talents to form a family dedicated to the rescue and well-being of the Yorkshire Terrier. We have pledged to rescue as many Yorkies and Yorkie mixes in need as is logistically and physically possible. In addition, we are devoted to providing love, nourishment, rehabilitation, socialization, and "pawsome" forever homes!!

Mission Statement:

  • To take in as many stray, abandoned or surrendered Yorkshire Terriers or Yorkshire Terrier mixes as possible, providing we have available and appropriate foster homes, and provide them with foster care, behavior screening, rehabilitation, health care, with the ultimate goal of placing them in loving forever homes
  • To educate the public about the nature and behavior of the Yorkshire Terrier, and the duties inherent in being a responsible pet owner, which includes spaying and neutering all companion animals
  • To help all who are interested in experiencing the joy of owning Yorkshire Terriers as canine companions

Thank you for visiting our website!! We hope you will learn something about the Yorkshire Terrier breed that you didn't know before and have fun while you're doing it. Please visit our adoption page, "Looking For Love," and read about the rescued yorkies that are currently looking for their new families. If you see one that pulls at your heartstrings, click on the Adoption Application link to complete and submit an online application.

DOGS IN NEED!

POOR LITTLE STEVIE HAS A FRACTURED FEMUR AND WILL NEED EXTENSIVE SURGERY FOR THIS. WE BELIEVE HIS SURGERY COSTS WILL BE AT LEAST $1000.00. WE WOULD APPRECIATE ANY DONATIONS FOR THIS ADORABLE LITTLE FELLA

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Trooper is about 10 years old and been in UYR's Forever Ours program for over a year. He has developed bladder stones and UYR is having them removed before he is placed on a special diet. The surgery is estimated to cost between $636 and over $700. Cost to date for Trooper are $3222.88. Can you help?
Why A Senior Dog Might Be A Perfect match!



Posted 12/20/07: United Yorkie Rescue would like you to consider the advantages of adopting an older Yorkie. Puppies are nice, but a mature dog can bring a special kind of joy into your home. Click on this link to find out more. Yorkie Tales

If you need to place your Yorkie or mix in a hurry, please, use this link Request to Surrender Form to contact our Foster Coordinator. Please provide your name, location and information about the dog, including age, health and any behavioral issues if possible. Someone from your area will be in contact with you soon thereafter to make arrangements or refer you to another rescue if we do not have members in your area.


We want to recognize and thank the employees and customers of Knit Works in Harrisonburg, Virginia who donated their time, love and skills in crafting our latest selection of dog sweaters...see our Knit Works Sweaters I - VIII selections under Sweaters, Jackets and Coats. Jane, who has adopted from United Yorkie Rescue, worked with Cris, owner of Knit Works, on a project to craft sweaters for The Yorkie Shoppe. We want to thank these knitters who were so generous in sharing their talent and donating these adorable creations: Tall Jane, Little Jane, Cris, Deborah, Denise, Edna, Heidi, Mary, Marie, Maria, Margaret, Tacey and Tammy.


If you would like to make a donation to our organization, please use the following PayPal button! Or, send a check to our treasurer at the address in the "In Leiu Donation" News Update. We are an approved 501(c)(3) organization. All donations are tax-deductible.
GoodSearch: You Search...We Give!
Instead of your current search engine, why not check out Good Search and choose United Yorkie as your cause? We get a penny for each search!



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If you do a lot of online shopping or even eBay, please check out iGive! A percentage of your sale will be donated to us! Please be sure to pick UYR as your cause.



Here's a great idea. Donate your cellphone and help UYR. Use this button to find out how.




Looking for a new calendar and a way to help UYR? Check out this site! fortheloveofrescues.com


News Updates
In Lieu Donation - 8/11/2007
We have had many requests for a way to make a donation to UYR in lieu of gifts for family and friends on birthdays and other special occasions. We listened and have designed a special card that we'll send to your loved one. Please, be sure to include to whom and what you're designating the donation.
To make this thoughtful gift, contact: auntiem@unitedyorkierescue.org. To make any donation, use the Paypal button below, or mail a check to:
United Yorkie Rescue: In Lieu
C/o Carl Sullenberger
7170 Deer Run
Amherst, OH 44001
We appreciate the overwhelming generosity of our donors! The members and Yorkies of UYR say THANK YOU!!!
FOREVER OURS - 3/21/2008

We are looking for people who would be interested in being a 'Sponsor' to one or more of our Forever Ours Yorkies! As a sponsor you would become a cherished person in this dog's life.


You would receive communications about your sponsored pup and your name would appear in their story on the Forever Ours page. If you are interested please contact Mary Sullenberger at marysullenberger@hotmail.com


Please, visit our FOREVER OURS page!!!


POISON HOTLINE FOR PETS! - 5/24/2007
Kansas State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital is offering a FREE 24 hours poison control hotline for pet owners and veterinarians. 1+785-532-5679 is the number and the service has been available since 1969. Dr Oehme, a vet and professor in toxicology and pathology oversees the hotline. Dr Oehme offers these suggestions:

- Be patient. The person answering the phone may have to take a few minutes to consult the vet on duty.
- Call as soon as possible. Immediate attention might save your animal. But waiting to see if there is a reaction could cost your animal their life.
- Have any product labels available for answers. The vet might need to know milligrams and generic names.
- Know your pet. Drooling could only mean he is thrilled to see you!
- Know that the toxicologists are also taking calls from vets about other animals and other problems, including those problems with large animals.
THE YORKIE SHOPPE - 3/15/2008
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Made to Order belly bands are now available in the Shoppe. Fit your custom sized pup with custom sized belly bands!

Check out our great Spring and Summer dresses and vests to celebrate the end of winter!

Patriotic dresses, vests and hairbows are perfect for that Memorial Day celebration or the 4th of July!

Show your love of Yorkies and support UYR with this great casual canvas tote. It's a perfect carryall.

Our newest pups!