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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.

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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.

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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:

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Frequently Asked Questions

How big will my yorkie grow?

A good rule of thumb is to look to the parents. There will always be variation within a litter, but the size of the parents will be a pretty good indication of the size of the pup!

Should I get a male or female yorkie?

This is generally a personal choice. Some people may prefer one or the other, some may believe all yorkies are great. As with all animals though, each poodle will differ - they have different personalities, interests and behaviours!

We believe that the key to raising yorkies (either male or female) is consistency in
training and their environment (food, attention, exercise). We have never had a yorkie snap or show vicious behaviours. All our pups love hugs and cuddles. Some enjoy rolling on their backs for tummy rubs and others prefer a whole arms wrapped around you, kind of hug. Some love chasing the ball and other look at a ball with a 'couldn’t care less…’ attitude.

Do yorkies need grooming?

Yes! Yorkies can be the perfect pampered pet - they are versatile with their
looks and there are many styles you can try!

It is recommended that you brush frequently and trim eyes and bottoms every 4 weeks or
so. Yorkies should be washed at 2-4 weeks and clipped every 6 weeks. 
 

Does my puppy come with papers?

Yes, all our companion yorkies come with the essential paperwork- vaccination records, microchipping, change of ownership records, worming schedules, photos and detailed information about their habits, food, toileting etc.

These are purebred yorkies with happy dispositions and are not at risk of developing major health problems.

Ours are not registered for showing or breeding and so don’t come with specialised ancestry (pedigree) papers.

When can my yorkie come to live with me?

By law, no puppy should leave its mother until it is at least 8 weeks of age - so puppies are usually ready to leave our family for yours any time after these 8 weeks of essential development.

Do you sell your puppies interstate?

Yes, we are able to sell interstate, and are happy to help organise transport for the puppy to its new home at the buyer’s expense.

We have had puppies find their forever homes with families all across Australia!

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I want more! Where can I keep up to date?

Yorkie Companions has both a Facebook and Instagram page full of photos and videos showing our dogs during their development and everyday activities.
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Here you can find out more about which pups are available, which pups are getting ready for their new families, and what our mums and dads have been up to! You can even keep up to date with puppies who have travelled to their new homes and how they have grown!
 
Click on the media icons in the top right of our menu for a shortcut to these pages! 

So how exactly can I secure a pup?

To make sure our mums are always happy and healthy, it is essential to have a waiting list for our pups. Availability generally depends on your preferences:
Are you wanting a male or female?
What colours are you looking for?
Where are you located?
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We will contact people on our waitlist and notify them when puppies that match their preferences become available. Puppies who have not already been spoken for by forever families will be advertised here, or on our Facebook and Instagram page.
By subscribing to these pages, you can keep up to date with our latest litters and
follow their growth.
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