I want to get a yorkie a short haired one please tell me do Yorkies shed alot????

Question

i want to get a yorkie do they shed alot???And please tell me can they stay alone in the house for like 1,2,3,or 4 hours?Are short haired Yorkies easy to look after???

Answer 1

I hate to tell you my dear, but Yorkies do not come in a short-haired variety. If you saw a short-haired yorkie, it was b/c the dog's hair had been clipped.

One of the key things to remember is that a yorkie is a dog. It is not a baby. If you treat a yorkie like a baby you will soon have more problems that you wish to handle.

Yorkies are fairly easy to look after. As a terrier they have a high energy level & high prey drive, so they must get walked & played with every day for *at least* an hour. They can be yappy as well at times, but if you discourage this in puppy hood it should be no problem.

They may be able to stay in the house from 1-4 hours, but please keep in mind small dogs have small bladders. So to be away from the house longer than that is inviting trouble. They do however make wee-wee pads for small dogs. If you do not like that option, you can even teach your yorkie to use the litter box if the dog is small enough.

Here is a link that should be able to help you:

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/yorkshireterrier.htm

Good luck! :o)

Answer 2

Short Hair Yorkie

Answer 3

Hello! Please do some more research! Short-haired Yorkies are only like that because they are trimmed. Yorkies have silky hair, not quite fur, and they shed about as much as human hair does. ALL dogs require lots of attention. An adult Yorkshire terrier can be trained to be alone for periods of time; you cannot expect a puppy to be left alone - would you leave a 2-year old child unattended in a house and not expect disastorous results? Yorkies are terriers - they were created to chase after small creatures, namely rats, and were bred small to fit in small spaces to find these vermin. They are very high energy and somewhat headstrong. They require a family who has plenty of time for them and will understand that this is not a lapdog - if you treat a Terrier like it is the best thing in the world, you will have a very spoiled dog with a rotten personality. You will have a dog that will view the rest of the household as below himself in stature and will be nippy, noisy, and you'll probably end up taking it to the shelter in frustration. Please check out these two books - "The Dog Bible" (my personal favorite!) and Cesar Millan's "The Dog Whisperer." These books have invaluable knowledge and every prospective dog owner should look them over! Good luck!

Answer 4

first there is no such thing as a short haired Yorkie. You can shave them to keep there hair short.
Yorkies shed their one layer and it gets tangled in the upper layer of hair this will mean that the dog needs to be thoroughly brushed pretty much every day.
leaving a pup alone for more that 3-4 hours should be fine just make sure it can go potty before you leave and as soon as you get home. they can be a bit spiteful so consistency is the whole thing with training and I would suggest a dog obedience class to help with the training.
Also they should be well socialized with people and other animals

Answer 5

Yorkies, are great dogs however they take alot of love and attion as any dog they can stay alone fine and they dont shed at all i know its great lol no hair anywere in my home expect from me lol and hair length depends on the dogs hair growth all depends on the dog however yorkies do have to be groomed if you want them to have short hair they are great dogs , i have two, have fun and good luck with finding one that fits your family they are awsome family pets

Answer 6

You can have their hair clipped shorter, but there is no such a thing as a short haired Yorkshire Terrier. If you crate train properly, they can be left in the house for a few hours (six hours maximum). There is a considerable amount of care that goes into any dog of any size, so I am hesitant to say that they are "easy" to take care of. These dogs are regarded as high maintenance. With Yorkies, you have to be vigilant about where you get them from (and run away from anyone breeding "teacups).

http://www.inch.com/~dogs/cratetraining.html

Answer 7

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I want to get a yorkie a short haired one please tell me do Yorkies shed alot????
i want to get a yorkie do they shed alot???And please tell me can they stay alone in the house for like 1,2,3,or 4 hours?Are short haired Yorkies easy to look after???

Answer 8

Pronunciation
Yorkshire Terrier

Description
The ultra long, fine, silky coat parts along the spine and falls straight down on either side. It is steal blue on the body and tail, and tan elsewhere. Puppies are usually black & tan. The tail is usually docked to half its length. If the dogs are not for showing, the owners usually go for the shaggy look. The Yorkie has a flat head, medium-sized length muzzle, a black nose, and regular teeth. The eyes are extremely vivacious and the ears are v-shaped, erect or semi-erect. The tail is docked to medium-length and is carried level with its back. Its limbs are straight with round feet and black nails. The hair on the head is so abundant that it is almost always necessary to gather it in a band to keep from going into the dog's food bowl and to give the animal maximum visibility. Some owners choose to trim the hair on top of the head.

Temperament
The Yorkshire Terrier seems oblivious of its small size. It is ever eager for adventure and trouble. This little dog is highly energetic, brave, loyal and clever. Affectionate with its master, but sometimes suspicious of strangers. It can be aggressive to strange dogs and small animals. In other words, it has true Terrier heritage. They do best with older, considerate children. Yorkies are easy to train, although they can sometimes be stubborn. The breed is demanding and dependant and needs a lot of human attention. The Yorkie is an excellent watchdog, defending its territory in no uncertain manner. They can get snappish if surprised, frightened or over-teased, but are usually very sweet and loving. They can be difficult to housebreak. These little dogs should not be over-protected, for they may become neurotic. The Yorkie likes to bark, but it can easily be taught not to do so.

Height, Weight
Height: 6-7 inches (15-17½cm.)
Weight: 7 pounds (3.2kg.)

Health Problems
Some Yorkies are prone to bronchitis and early tooth decay, poor tolerance of anaesthetic, and delicate digestion. Exotic treats should be avoided. They sometimes suffer paralysis in the hindquarters caused by herniated disks and other problems of the spine. Falls or knocks can cause fractures of fragile bones. Abnormal skull formations in Yorkies measuring less then 8 inches (20cm). Bitches often have trouble delivering. The very tiny "teacup" Yorkies often have serious health and behavioral problems. Be sure to feed Yorkies dry food (canned food can be added) to help keep their teeth clean and strong. They should get their teeth cleaned at the Vet to keep them from falling out and creating infection.

Living Conditions
The Yorkie is a good dog for apartment life. They are very active indoors and will do okay without a yard. The Yorkie is sensitive to the cold and prefers warm climates.

Exercise
The Yorkshire Terrier is a lively little warrior that does not need a lot of exercise. Although it will benefit from regular opportunities to run and play.

Life Expectancy
About 12-15 years

Grooming
Regular grooming is needed. A clipped coat needs daily to weekly combing and brushing. Topknot is usually tied back with ribbon. Full show coats need hours of grooming. They should have their teeth cleaned regularly. This breed sheds little to no hair.

Origin
The breed is only 100 years old or so, but its origins are not entirely certain - probably because the working men of north England, who developed the Yorkshire Terrier for catching the terrible rats that infested the mine shafts and as a hunting dog that could penetrate into badger and fox burrows, avoided divulging the secret of their success to those who might have cashed in on a lucrative side line. However, it seems likely that Scotsmen seeking work in the woolen mills of Yorkshire brought with them various types of terrier, including the Skye and the now extinct Clydesdale. These were then crossed with local types, such as the long- haired Leeds Terrier. The Maltese, Black & Tan Manchester, and Dandie Dinmont Terriers may also have contributed blood lines. At first, the Yorkie was a much bigger animal than the one we see today, but by selectively breeding the smallest individuals, the dog was gradually miniaturized over the years. They were made into a fashion dog. Women carried these little dogs in their bags and under their arms. The first Yorkshire, with the characteristics demanded by its standard today, appeared in a dog show in 1870.

In 1984 a piebald Yorkie was born as a result of a genetic recessive gene occurrence from 2 Yorkshire Terriers. Today the piebald dogs are considered a different breed; which is named the Biewer or Biewer Yorkie.

Group
Terrier, AKC Toy

Answer 9

There is no such animal as a short haired Yorkie!

Answer 10

short neat nails are nice and neat. I dont like long nails because dirt can get under them and it look nasty
its digusting and gross when somebodys nails are all chewed up to the finish.