| nally the Yorkshire Terrier was bred as a ratter and | | | | into it and sometimes the consequences can be |
| hunter who could be small enough to get into fox and | | | | deadly. Ten of the most deadly items in your home |
| badger burrows. Later the Yorkie puppy became a | | | | include antifreeze, chocolate, bleach, Tylenol, watch |
| very popular pet, especially with women who wanted | | | | batteries, mothballs, fabric softeners, mouthwash, |
| a small dog they could carry under their arm or in their | | | | peach pits and household plants. |
| bag. Although small, the breed still makes an excellent | | | | The third more important thing to do before bringing |
| guardian for the family. People will often have more | | | | your Yorkie puppy home is to educate yourself on the |
| than one Yorkie puppy in their house because they | | | | most common health problems for the Yorkshire |
| are so delightful to own. | | | | Terrier breed. This way you can catch any health |
| For people who don't have a lot of space, the | | | | problems before they become a major problem. |
| Yorkshire Terrier is an excellent breed. Although it is | | | | Once you get your Yorkie puppy you want to |
| important to remember that each dog is an individual. | | | | schedule an appointment with the veterinarian for a |
| While some dogs are great with children and families | | | | regular check up as soon as possible. The best time to |
| you need to consider every factor that is involved. | | | | take your new puppy to the veterinarian is between |
| When choosing a Yorkie puppy one of the most | | | | three and ten days. This allows you Yorkie puppy to |
| important factors that you need to consider is the | | | | adjust to their new surroundings in your home. In order |
| family lineage since it have a great impact on the | | | | to avoid health problems it is important to keep stress |
| general disposition of the puppy. It is also important that | | | | to a minimum since stress is the most common factor |
| you have children who can provide your Yorkie puppy | | | | for Yorkie puppies. |
| with a nurturing and loving environment otherwise it | | | | Take your puppy to the vet right away if you notice |
| won't matter what personality your puppy has. | | | | them acting strange or if they don't want to eat. Keep |
| After you decide to get a Yorkie puppy you need to | | | | feeding your Yorkie puppy the same food that the |
| properly prepare your house for your new arrival. First | | | | breeder used for at least two weeks and then start |
| it is very important that you find a veterinarian whom | | | | slowly mixing it with your new dog food. You should |
| you are comfortable with and trust. It can be a good | | | | feed your puppy at least three to four times a day |
| idea to talk with other Yorkshire Terrier owners in your | | | | and if you puppy isn't eating then you can add a bit of |
| area to get some recommendations of veterinarians. | | | | warm water. Maintaining a proper grooming schedule is |
| The second important part of preparing for the arrival | | | | also important, which should include checking the ears |
| of your Yorkie puppy is to make sure your house is | | | | and clipping the nails. |
| puppy proof. If you leave anything out your dog will get | | | | |