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The AKC, or American Kennel Club, has recently published their list of the most popular dogs for 2009. It may not be surprising that the Labrador Retriever has claimed the #1 spot for the 19th year in a row. What may come to a shock to us Yorkie puppy lovers is that the Yorkshire Terrier has been bumped down to the #3 spot by the German Shepherd.
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Yorkshire Terriers Puppies Are Adaptable and Loving
Wednesday, August 5th, 2009
You’ve no doubt seen many Yorkshire Terrier puppies recently. They are quickly becoming one of the favorite dog breeds for owners who want a small, affectionate pet. But before you answer that ad that says, “Yorkshire Terrier puppies for sale,” pause and think about what you’re looking for in a pet as well as what you have to offer a Yorkie.
These energetic little dogs can easily adjust to life in an apartment or small house; they don’t need a lot of room because of their diminutive size. Yorkies do, however, need exercise to be happy. You’ll need to take your Yorkshire Terrier for a nice walk every day, and two walks if you can squeeze them into your schedule. This will help tone down any tendency toward being hyper.
Yorkshire Terriers are sweet, loving and loyal, making the excellent family pets. Although they started out as working dogs a century ago, in recent years they have been bred to be companion dogs. They will happily ride in a pet bag or be carried in your arms wherever you go. They love children and will gladly play with older children, but they aren’t the best pets if you have infants or toddlers in the house. Yorkies are tiny and have delicate bone structure, so it’s easy for a young child to unintentionally hurt a Yorkie puppy by playing too roughly. If you have toddlers in the house, buying a Yorkshire Terrier puppy should be put on hold until your children are old enough to treat the dog gently at all times.
Part of the appeal of a Yorkie is its soft, silky coat, which is extremely fine and grows long enough to sweep the floor, giving the dog the appearance of floating when he runs across the floor. If you keep your Yorkie’s coat long, you will need to spend some time brushing him every day to keep tangles and snarls under control. Most pet owners choose to have their Yorkshire Terrier groomed regularly to keep the coat shorter. You will still have to brush the shorter coat once a week since it is prone to tangling. On the other hand, Yorkies hardly shed at all. If you’re looking for a puppy that doesn’t shed, a Yorkie is a good choice so long as you don’t mind weekly brushing and grooming.
Because the Yorkshire Terrier is so small, some health problems have developed in the breed, but these are relatively minor and can be kept at bay with proper care. Brushing your Yorkie puppy’s teeth at least once a week is a must to deter tooth decay, which can cause some of these dogs to lose their teeth too early.
Sensitive stomachs are also common, but sticking with a top quality dog food and giving only high quality dog treats will keep your Yorkie puppy healthy and happy. Problems start when you forget that your Yorkshire is a dog and try feeding him human food as treats. This can lead to diarrhea and vomiting, which can cause dehydration quickly in dogs this size.
If you have the time to properly brush and groom your dog and are handy with a doggy toothbrush, you may ready to buy a Yorkie puppy. Just make sure that your children are old enough to treat this tiny little sweetheart with a gentle touch and that you can walk this energetic little every day to keep him happy. If you know your home is the right environment for a Yorkshire Terrier, you can expect as many as fifteen years of devotion and love.
