Choosing A Yorkshire Terrier Puppy

nally the Yorkshire Terrier was bred as a ratter andinto it and sometimes the consequences can be
hunter who could be small enough to get into fox anddeadly. Ten of the most deadly items in your home
badger burrows. Later the Yorkie puppy became ainclude antifreeze, chocolate, bleach, Tylenol, watch
very popular pet, especially with women who wantedbatteries, mothballs, fabric softeners, mouthwash,
a small dog they could carry under their arm or in theirpeach pits and household plants.
bag. Although small, the breed still makes an excellentThe third more important thing to do before bringing
guardian for the family. People will often have moreyour Yorkie puppy home is to educate yourself on the
than one Yorkie puppy in their house because theymost 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, theproblems before they become a major problem.
Yorkshire Terrier is an excellent breed. Although it isOnce 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 familiesregular 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 mostthree and ten days. This allows you Yorkie puppy to
important factors that you need to consider is theadjust to their new surroundings in your home. In order
family lineage since it have a great impact on theto avoid health problems it is important to keep stress
general disposition of the puppy. It is also important thatto a minimum since stress is the most common factor
you have children who can provide your Yorkie puppyfor Yorkie puppies.
with a nurturing and loving environment otherwise itTake 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 tofeeding your Yorkie puppy the same food that the
properly prepare your house for your new arrival. Firstbreeder used for at least two weeks and then start
it is very important that you find a veterinarian whomslowly mixing it with your new dog food. You should
you are comfortable with and trust. It can be a goodfeed your puppy at least three to four times a day
idea to talk with other Yorkshire Terrier owners in yourand 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 arrivalalso important, which should include checking the ears
of your Yorkie puppy is to make sure your house isand clipping the nails.
puppy proof. If you leave anything out your dog will get