all about Yorkies?

Question

i am about to get a Yorkie. and i want to know all about them! can anyone help me?

Answer 1

www.akc.org
Be careful of where you buy it from. There are Trolls everywhere.

Answer 2

If you want a dog who...
Is small, fine-boned, elegant, easy to carry, and doesn't take up much space
Has a lovely flowing coat that doesn't shed (one of the best breeds for allergy sufferers)
Is lively and inquisitive, and moves swiftly with light-footed grace
Doesn't need a lot of exercise
Makes a keen watchdog -- won't fail to announce strangers
Is peaceful with other pets
A Yorkshire Terrier may be right for you.

If you don't want to deal with...
The fragility of toy breeds (see below)
"Separation anxiety" (destructiveness and barking) when left alone too much
Suspiciousness, shrillness, and highstrung temperaments in some lines, or when babied and spoiled, or when not socialized enough
Excitable chasing instincts
Frequent brushing and combing
Notorious housebreaking difficulties
Barking
A Yorkshire Terrier may not be right for you.

Fragility. Too many people acquire a toy breed puppy without understanding how incredibly fragile a toy breed is. You can seriously injure or kill a Yorkshire Terrier by stepping on him or by sitting on him when he's curled under a blanket or pillow, where he frequently likes to sleep. And Yorkshire Terriers can seriously injure or kill THEMSELVES by leaping from your arms or off the back of your sofa. A larger dog can grab a Yorkshire Terrier and break his neck with one quick shake. Owning a toy breed means constant supervision and surveillance of what's going on around your tiny dog. Yorkshire Terriers must always be kept on-leash -- they are just too easy to injure when not under your complete control. And many Yorkies, with their terrier heritage, have strong chasing instincts. They will take off after anything that runs.

Separation anxiety. More than most other breeds, Yorkshire Terriers need a great deal of companionship and do not like being left alone for more than a few hours. They tend to express their unhappiness through destructive chewing and barking. If you work all day, this is not the breed for you.

Providing enough socialization. Standoffish by nature, Yorkshire Terriers need extensive exposure to people and to unusual sights and sounds. Otherwise their natural caution could become suspiciousness or shyness, which are difficult to live with and can even lead to snapping and biting.

Grooming. Without frequent brushing and combing, Yorkshire Terriers become a matted mess. If you can't commit to the brushing, you have to commit to frequent trimming to keep the coat short, neat, and healthy.

Housebreaking problems. As a behavioral consultant, I would put the Yorkshire Terriers on my Top Five List of "Hard to Housebreak." Consistent crate training is mandatory. Sometimes a doggy door is necessary. And some owners never do get their Yorkshire Terriers fully housebroken.

Barking. Yorkshire Terriers are often too quick to sound the alarm at every new sight and sound. You have to be equally quick to stop them.

Avoiding the hype. Have you heard these phrases? Teacup Yorkies? Tiny Toy Yorkies? Extreme Tinies? Some breeders use these cutesy phrases as "marketing terms" for the different weights that Yorkies come in. All of these phrases are made-up. Yes, certainly, Yorkies come in different weights, but they do NOT come in different weight "varieties". Whether they weigh 4 pounds or 6 pounds or 8 pounds, they are called, simply, Yorkshire Terriers. Some are simply smaller or larger than others. The larger individuals are sturdier, so don't dismiss them as good pets.

www.yourpurebredpuppy.com is a GREAT site for you to get information about over 180 breeds of dogs.

Answer 3

I adopted my Yorkie from the animal shelter 15 years ago, so I have several suggestions for you. First of all, as a puppy, "socialize" him or her with many dogs of all sizes. Also, socialize him or her with children. They very much have the "little man attitude". Even tho they may only weigh 6 pounds, in their minds, they weigh 90. They are ratters by instict. Anything that moves quickly or is "under something" they will try and attack. They also become very possesive of their owners, so if you have a boyfriend, or significant other, socialize with them as well, otherwise, they see "you" as their territoy and will snap at others to "protect" you even if no harm is in your way. They are precious little dogs. I have had more joy with my little guy over the past 15 years, thru thick and thin. ONE BIG suggestion is this, they are very succeptible to collapsed tracheas, which occurs when they are walked, they want to "pull" you, will choke themselves. START walking your pup with a harness, not a collar. Otherwise, once the trachea collapses, there is only a very expensive surgery, or a life of him/her coughing. They also tend to have bad teeth/gums, so keep up on the tooth brushing, yourself and professionally. Overall, they are great little companions, they do tend to bark alot, but I have friends who have them as well, and each one has his/her own personality. Good Luck

Answer 4

Good question! You must do lots of research before you get your dog. One of the best things to do would go to your nearest book store and try to find a book all about Yorkie's (ex. Yorkie's for Dummies, etc.). These are great tools in basic training, potty training, grooming, and what you should expect from your Yorkie. They are definitely worth the read!

Answer 5

Yes - go to www.akc.org & look up your closest local chapter of the Yorkshire Terrier club. Find when the next meeting is held & go! There is where you will find reputable breeders that are actively involved with the breed, working to improve future generations. This is your best source for info - they will be able to answer any questions you have, based on years of experience with the breed. Good luck!

Answer 6

yes they come in wrapper and are chocolatey, do not let them sleep by fire or they will melt.