For Christmas I'd Like To Buy My Girlfriend A Puppy....?

Question

Hi, folks. I have been dating my girlfriend for two months. I wouldn't say things are serious although neither of us are dating other people.

I have been contimplating what to get her for Christmas as she buys what she wants when she wants it. Yesterday we went to the pet store in the mall and she fell in love with a Yorkie puppy. We spent a couple hours playing with the dog and my girlfriend was discouraged to find out the price of the pup was $1,900. On the way out of the store I gave the manager $250 to hold the dog as a present.
Its not about the money to me but my friends are saying its too much. Ladies, what do you think?

Answer 1

I think you have a beautiful heart to really try to please your girlfriend with an extravagant gift after 2 months. Most would consider jewelry an extravagant gift, but I love puppies..they are so cute and precious. The price that is being asked is the same going rate for diamonds. I think if you and your girlfriend spent two hours playing with the puppy...then that's the puppy for you both. And I'm going to purchase a Yorkshire myelf...they just melt your heart with wamth and love. I think that many people put too much value into a dollar, don't get me wrong money should be spent wisely...But you only live once, if that's the puppy she has already fell in love with...I say GO FOR IT! She is very blessed to have you in her life. Merry Christmas!

Answer 2

I think it is absolutely and definitely too much too soon and you shouldn't even think about it!.

Something about your story gave me pause, however. I got the sense that you really wanted to do this, that you could afford it, that you wanted her to have it and not just bc she could buy what she wants, when.

Bc of that, I woiuld say this:

--Can you share the cost with a relative or a good or best friend of her? Buying it all by yourself may put too much misinterpreted pressure on her and on the relationship.

--If you bought and paid for the puppy on Monday and you two broke up on Tuesday would you have any regrets whatsoever? Would you miss the money at all?

--Have you confired that her lease would allow a pet?

--Have you confirmed that her short and/or long term plans would allow for a pet? She doesn't plan on becoming a flight attendant, to move to Australia, adopt an animal from the pound?

--Can you set up payment arrangements prior to puppy delivery assuming the shop would go for this? She could contribute to the cost after you've told her what you've done. This is an extemely tricky move all around and would do it only as a very, very last resort as there's too much that can go wrong.

If you can honestly and appropriately say yes or no to the above questions, go for it. Just this one time.

Answer 3

For only two months, I think that is an awful lot to spend on a girlfriend. Because dating for only two months doesnt mean that you'll be together forever, if she the kind of person who would get rid of a dog if you broke up, then that dog would be in a shelter and could have been with someone else, anyways, I would say something more like a promise ring or a necklace, but $1,900 is too much for a Girlfriend you've only had for two months. Hope this helps! :) Good Luck on finding her a present!

Answer 4

I think a heartfelt gift is a heartfelt gift, no matter what it costs.

However, that being said - is she really wanting a dog or was she just kind of playing with the idea? A puppy takes a lot of time and energy, so I would just be REALLY sure that it would be well-recieved before you bought the dog. My husband wants to grab every kitten or puppy I "aww" over and bring it home, but in reality I'm quite satisfied with the animals we've got, really not realistic to bring another one in here.

Also, with the two months dating thing - do you want to be serious? Because a girl reads "puppy" along the lines of "I'm serious, let's start looking at engagement rings or apartments." Which is probably what your friends are trying to tell you by saying it costs too much.

Answer 5

First of all, that is way too much money for a puppy, Yorkie or not. Second, a puppy is a ton of work. Don't give one to her unless the both of you are ready to take it out every hour, house train it, entertain it, buy an entire new shoe wardrobe because the cute little puppy and chewed them all up, along with the rugs, the table legs, the couch, all of the trash in the trash cans. Plus, a new carpet after he pees and poops all over it before you can actually get it trained. Yes, indeed, puppies are cute (I have one right now) but they are a lot of WORK and cannot be ignored.

Answer 6

this is coming from a guy, not a lady, but let me tell u right now... too much.

one key point, u've only been with her for 2 months, not nearly long enough to go out and spend nearly $2000 on her... especially for a dog..

two, the main reason she thought it was so cute was not because it was a yorkie, but because it was a puppy. there are plenty of puppies at your nearest dog shelter that are free and she will love all the same.

even if u dont care about spending that much on her, would u really pick spending it on a dog, rather than some beach/cruise/island get away for just the two of u, all romantic and everything? i think you get my point.

Answer 7

I think it's too much! For one thing, you can find a much cheaper Yorkie in a newspaper ad or on petfinder.com
The puppies in pet stores are of very low quality, and come from "puppy mills" where the conditions are absolutely horrid. This is one instance where you don't get what you pay for! If you purchase this puppy, it will be hard to housebreak (due to being kept in the store window for it's entire young life). It may have behavioral issues due to being ripped away from it's mom at such a young age. It will almost definitely have health issues, becuase puppy mills do not breed for quality, only quantity.
You can take half of the money you need to spend on this pet store puppy, and purchase a decent Yorkie from a good breeder who breeds for quality. Chances are you can find a good one for even cheaper than that.
Be sure she actually wants a puppy before you get her one. Puppies are a lot of hard work!

Answer 8

It is a lot of money. Seems like a huge investment for so early in the relationship. I have been scared off in the past by huge gifts, but it all depends on how you think she would take it. If you think your relationship will last with her, then you can get her the dog, if you aren't too sure just wait it out and get her an alternate gift. there will be other yorkies and other occasions for you to wow her. take your time.

Answer 9

I agree, too much for a present after only 2 months together. Lots of us fall in love with puppies, but what happens after xmas when reality sets in? Does she work/go to school full time? Who will do the puppy training? Walking? Then there are the vet bills for shots, spaying, etc. From personal experience, after your second pair of expensive shoes are chewed up, and you step in poop in barefeet in the middle of the night, the cutest puppy in the world starts to lose its charm. And what happens should you guys break up? Does she give the dog away because she hates you, it reminds her of you, etc.? I think I'd go with a nice piece of jewelry instead.

Answer 10

it is quite a bit to spend after just two months.
also you have to consider if it is really a good gift.
first off does she live in an apartment is she allowed animals.second does she have the time that it takes to care for an animal.its fun to play with them in the shop, but when you get them home an have all the responsibility it is a different story.
i would make really sure before i invest that much.
is she finacely good to take care of the vet all the shots and what not think it over first