| The Yorkshire Terrier makes a wonderful companion | | | | head tied back, you should replace the elastic or ribbon |
| for most people, as they are loyal, friendly and amusing | | | | weekly. |
| to be around. | | | | The Yorkie develops plaque easily on his teeth, so |
| General Appearance and Description | | | | they should be cleaned regularly. |
| Yorkies are popular with people who enjoy being able | | | | Good for allergy sufferers, the Yorkie sheds little. |
| to take their dogs with them everywhere. | | | | When looking at know more about Yorkie puppies, |
| It's believed that the Yorkshire Terrier was originally a | | | | read and learn as much as you can because this is |
| much bigger animal than the tiny dog that's so popular | | | | truly a amazing little dog. |
| today. Likely there was some selective breeding that | | | | Exercise Requirements |
| went on and the dog gradually become smaller over | | | | While he might not be able to walk too far, the Yorkie |
| the years. The first Yorkie who looked like the dog we | | | | likes s a daily walk, as well as regular play (but you |
| know today was introduced at a dog show in 1870. | | | | should never substitute play for the daily walk). If you |
| The Yorkie has a long, fine silky coat that is very | | | | don't give your dog a daily walk, he will be more likely |
| straight and falls straight down from the spine on each | | | | to display behavior problems. |
| side. Yorkie puppies are usually tan and black, while | | | | If you notice that your dog is running around the house |
| adult dogs are mostly steel blue on the tail and body | | | | in a bit of a crazy fashion, that's a sign that he needs |
| and tan everywhere else. | | | | more of a walk than he's getting. |
| Most owners who are not showing their Yorkies will | | | | When you do take him out, be cautious of the |
| keep the hair long and shaggy, but if the dog is shown, | | | | conditions outside. Yorkshire Terriers are very sensitive |
| his hair will need to be be clipped shorter and given | | | | to cold and prefer warm areas, as in warm climates, |
| more structure. | | | | or simply being indoors on a cold day. |
| The hair on the top of the head gets very long, so | | | | The Yorkie Dog is truly a very special dog. |
| most owners will pull it back into a distinctive ponytail | | | | Training |
| on the top of the head, while others will clip the top | | | | The Yorkie is easy to train, but he can be stubborn, so |
| hairs so they stay out of the dog's face. | | | | be sure to establish yourself as the pack leader and |
| Yorkshire Terrier breeders will tell you there's no true | | | | give him clear boundaries when you're training him. |
| Teacup Yorkshire Terrier. All Yorkshire Terriers are | | | | That will pay dividends when you try to train him. |
| small and the teacup is not an official designation at all. | | | | Some Yorkie dogs can be hard to housetrain. |
| Basic Temperament | | | | Height and Weight |
| Yorkie dogs are entertaining for many reasons but | | | | The Yorkie will be about 6 to 7 inches tall and will |
| one favorite character trait of many owners is the | | | | weigh right around 7 pounds. |
| dog's obliviousness to his size. He thinks he's a bigger | | | | Health and Longevity |
| dog and will enjoy any adventure that a larger dog | | | | While most Yorkies live long lives, they do run the risk |
| might enjoy. | | | | of some health problems. |
| Always energetic, the Yorkie is brave, extremely loyal | | | | Most Yorkies suffer poor digestion and the owner |
| to his owner and clever. He's intelligent and a willing | | | | should avoid giving too many special treats. Yorkshire |
| companion on any adventure. | | | | Terriers should also be given dry food only, because |
| Because he's somewhat dismissive of his tiny size, the | | | | they run the risk of serious tooth decay and dry food |
| Yorkie will be willing to take on any challenge, and sees | | | | keeps their teeth sharp and strong. |
| himself as a watchdog. He generally does a fine job of | | | | Yorkie dogs can also run the risk of bronchitis; fragile |
| it, but his size ensures that he's not a terribly good | | | | bones can easily lead to fractures. |
| match for whatever walks through the front door. | | | | Most Yorkies will live to be 12 to 15 years old. |
| Like most small dogs, the Yorkie needs clear direct | | | | Suitability |
| leadership. You must lead the Yorkie with a firm but | | | | If you have an apartment, the Yorkie is an excellent |
| gentle hand. | | | | choice. They enjoy being indoors and will find their |
| If you establish that you are the leader of the pack, the | | | | activity inside happily. |
| Yorkie will submit to that, but if you don't, he will exhibit | | | | Because the Yorkie considers himself a companion |
| troubling behavior problems like jealousy, aggression, | | | | pet, he enjoys senior citizens and people who will be |
| barking, snapping and separation anxiety. | | | | happy to take him on adventures. If possible, he should |
| Care Required | | | | not be placed in a house with young children who |
| All that fur means that some grooming is essential. The | | | | might be a little too rough with him. |
| Yorkie's coat needs to be combed or brushed at least | | | | Yorkies can make surprisingly adequate watchdogs. |
| weekly. If you keep the long hair on the top of the | | | | |