Caring For Your Yorkie
The Yorkshire Terrier
Also known as the ‘Yorkie’.
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This dog is small (toy sized) and well known for its long, silky straight coat of steel blue and tan. The Yorkie is a unique combination of terrier and toy dog. It started out as a small terrier in Scotland and was brought to Yorkshire, England by Scottish weavers - perhaps to rid the mills of mice and rats...
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It was here that it was bred into the lapdog size we see today!
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The many looks of the Yorkie
Grooming can easily make one Yorkshire terrier look different from another. Their flowing, silken coat requires regular brushing and combing as with your own hair. If you are not thinking of showing them, then you should consider regular trimming or clipping to keep their coat short. Yorkie hair can be almost impossible to brush when wet, so brushing should be done before washing, beginning at the head and neck and moving down the back to the legs and tail. Brush until the hair hangs smooth and straight.
The Yorkie's Nature
The Yorkie is a wonderful combination of lively and inquisitive, and a lover of comfort and cuddles!
The Yorkie thrives on a balance of cuddles and physical activity. Too much coddling or babying can lead to an insecure dog which becomes easily anxious. With this in mind, the Yorkie's ‘I’m the big dog around here’ self-image may sometimes make them vulnerable. The Yorkie can be strong willed, and so good behavioural training is a must!
Being a small dog, the Yorkie can get a good proportion of their exercise indoors. Do not underestimate this breed though, they love to run, investigate and chase a ball! These active little dogs are well suited outdoor area where they can safely stretch their legs.
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There is only one Yorkshire terrier breed. No matter their size or weight, the Yorkie is always considered to be a toy breed. The Yorkie needs to eat regularly to maintain blood sugar levels. Yorkies can range anywhere from 1kg to over 4kgs.
Training Tips
Like children, puppies learn very fast at an early age. Teaching them at this early stage results in a well behaved and socially integrated adult pet.
Puppies can attend puppy pre-school from about 16 weeks of age, so don't forget to keep in contact with your local vet!
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-Judith Willson
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Toilet training hints:
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Take your puppy out for potty time:
