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PINOY PET FINDER - BREED SPECIFIC - Yorkshire Terrier |
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| Breed Specific : Yorkshire Terrier |
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| Yorkshire Terrier |
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The Yorkshire Terrier is a member of the Toy Group of The American Kennel Club.
In the show ring, a Yorkie seems to glide over the ground, its long, flowing coat
hiding its tiny feet. Although Yorkies can be as small as one pound, most breeders
will not try to breed dogs this small, and for good reason. When dogs are bred to be
this tiny, health is often sacrificed for size and weight. The AKC calls for the Yorkie
to be less than seven pounds, but does not have a minimum weight requirement. Yorkies
usually have long, flowing coats of silver, blue or black hair, with tan on their heads
and legs. Yorkie puppies are all born with black and tan coloring. This breed has dark,
intelligent eyes.
Yorkshire Terriers are sociable little dogs and they enjoy being in the midst of the
activity and bustle of family life. They are not a good choice for families with toddlers,
though. This is not because Yorkies are untrustworthy with children; its because they are delicate
little dogs and can be easily injured. A Yorkshire Terrier with a good temperament might allow
children to squeeze, poke and pull on him, but its unfair to subject a little dog to that kind of treatment.
Despite the fact that a Yorkie is small, you should still take your puppy to obedience classes.
These little guys have a tendency to become stubborn and set in their ways without proper training.
Also, obedience training may save your Yorkshire Terrier's life; if he escapes out the front door,
youll be able to call him back. Yorkshire Terriers have few serious health problems. They do often
have dental problems, such as retained baby teeth. Other problems these little guys can have are
hernias and hypoglycemia. Food for your Yorkshire Terrier will probably be your smallest expense.
These little dogs don't eat much. However, you will have to be careful that you don't spoil your
puppy with soft food, or he may refuse to eat dry food, which he needs to keep his teeth in shape.
Most Yorkies should be groomed at least three times a week to keep their hair from matting. Dogs with
silkier coats may need to be groomed only once a week. Also, since Yorkies are prone to dental problems,
you should brush your dog's teeth several times a week.
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