Whats the best about a Yorkie?

Question

I want you know what the best and worst things there are about owning a Yorkshire Terrier? I am thinking about getting one and want to know what im getting myself into. Do they yelp a lot and are they playfull? I know you all may love your dogs but i want to know everything esp. the cute things they do and also the annoying things.

Answer 1

My yorkies are very playful and have lots of little toys to play with. They love belly rubs and getting treats. You will have to do training with them but mine like to train so they can get a little training treat. I have one that hop up and down when she see's me bringing food to her bowl. Mine also love to go riding in the car. They are very curious so you have to watch and make sure they do not get into something they should not. Yes they like to bark but with the right training they will not do this. They need exercise, if they get the right amount they will not be so hyper. They work it all off during exercise and playing. One thing to read up on is hypoglycemia because it can happen so you need to know the cause and symptoms to watch for and also the things to give them when or if it occurs. I have not had any problems with it as of yet. Another thing you need to do is brush their teeth, I know it sounds silly but Yorkies are prone to tooth decay. Once you do it a few times they will get used to it, but let them smell the brush and paste before you put it in their mouths. One of the hardest thing I have encountered is potty training, some people say you cannot train them but all mine go outside. A crate is a great training tool, and it is not cruel unless you leave them locked up for long periods of time. Mine love their crates and I will say go get in your bed and there they go. I will say it's time to go night-night and they know what that means. I put blankets in there and a chew bone and they are all set. Mine love to go for rides in the car but I do have one that will get car sick if she rides too much. One trick I have learned about the potty training, we tied a bell on a string around the door knob and take their paw and ring it and say ring the bell and then take them outside. So after a while of doing this they will go ring the bell to let you know I have to go. I do let mine sleep in the bed with me when my hubby is away. They think they are real special when they do this. I know my older girl is a real girly dog, she loves sweaters and t-shirts and will stick her head through them when I stretch out the neck. She also likes her bows and barrettes. One of mine is really shy and timid but we are working through that. They are wonderful watch dogs and will let you know if someone is at the door. With good training and disipline they will be great dogs. Also make sure you buy from a good breeder so they will be healthy and you can go look where they are being kept. If it's clean and free of feces then you know they are being taken care of. Also be sure to take them to the vet within 48 hours of the sale and make sure you read any contracts you have to sign. I hope you enjoy your puppy if you decide to get one. They are like my children, spoiled but still mind. Oh Coco, Aries and Nina say Hi.
Take care

Answer 2

Here is somethigncute but gets very annooing.
My family ((I don't live with but visit about evry other day) has a yourkie and she likes her Kong toy and if you are in the room she is in she brings and drops the toy on your foot to throw and bring to you to do again and again and again.
when evryone is busy she is kept in the diningroom and sunroom just s you can do things without her being a royal pain.
yes Yorkies can be yapers as any small dog but training is the key.
Tehy need to be brushed regularly.
Mine was very easy to train.

Answer 3

well you have to socialize them or they will be holy terrors . I know they do bark alot but they are kind of babyish and like kids and ppl . I mean I used to have one and he was kind of always had to be held. good luck .