Over the  past decade, science has given us a lot of new insights into our dog’s behavior. Because of this, an increasing number of pet owners are starting to realize that looking after a dog’s well-being goes beyond just meeting his physical needs.

We now know that dogs have particular emotional needs that must also be fulfilled. Otherwise, stress and anxiety can set in, which will eventually lead to a host of behavior problems that will put a strain on your relationship with your teacup Yorkie.

Very often, when you are unhappy with your teacup Yorkie’s behavior, your first impulse is to provide him with obedience training. While this may be the right way to go, it is only half of the solution. Training, as excellent trainers will tell you, is not a tool imposing will on your teacup Yorkie, but rather, a way of teaching him.

You teach your pet what your words mean so that you can communicate what teacup Yorkie behaviors are appropriate in the various human situations that they will encounter throughout their lives as companion animals. But what about teacup Yorkie wants to tell you?

Communication, after all, is a two-way street. As social beings, dogs also have the need to communicate back to their human companions. They need to tell us they’re afraid, unsure or uncomfortable in certain situations. If they are stressing over something, good owners will recognize it soon enough and provide them with relief from that stress.

Otherwise, the dogs themselves will have to find some way – any way they can – to get themselves out of that situation.

What most people don’t know is that dogs try to communicate back to us and that they’re doing it all the time – they communicate when they are conflicted and when they are elated. The problem is more more often than not, we are not watching.

Because teacup Yorkies do not have the facility of the spoken language, they communicate to us and to each other visually, through body language. So when we are trying to figure out what they are telling us, it would be best to start reading what our canine companions are signaling.

If we are to raise better dogs, and if we are to become effective teachers to our dogs – it is essential that we learn to understand their body language.

Next to you, a veterinarian is the most important person in your teacup pup Yorkie’s life and admittedly, he holds quite a bit more power than you, since your vet is the one who knows if your puppy is healthy or not; and is the person to whom you run when you’ve got a doggie emergency.

The two of you should work together closely to ensure that your teacup pup Yorkie is in great health, and since a vet is an important partner when it comes to raising your pet, you have to make certain that you choose the right one: Someone whom you can trust to be knowledgeable and understanding of your teacup pup Yorkie’s needs.

Keep in mind that the best time to choose a vet is before you can even get your dog or right after getting one, not when your teacup pup Yorkie is already having health problems. If you wait until then, the vet won’t have a very clear picture of of your puppy’s medical history and he will have a very hard time pinpointing the indicators that could have signaled any underlying issues.

One of the easiest ways to locate and select a goo veterinarian is by getting referrals from family and friends, or even the breeder where your teacup pup Yorkie came from. Ask them if are happy with the service and attention their pets are receiving from the vet; the costs for checkups and treatments; and if they are comfortable with the vet’s attitude and personality.

The Internet is another useful resource, as it has an extensive list of veterinarians in or near your area. Many blog sites also have recommendations on local vets as well as those who still do house calls.

How much veterinary services and medicines cost is probably one of the factors that you are considering in your search for the right vet. Ask clinics about their respective costs on shots, consultations, medications,and surgeries (that they may be called on to perform). But keep in mind that sometimes, you get what you pay for.

The inexpensive choice may be easier on your pocket, but it might not always provide your teacup pup Yorkie the medical care he needs. At the same time, you shouldn’t decide to go with the most expensive option; high prices aren’t necessarily an indication of quality care and services, so try to be very objective.

Young teacup yorkie barking all night also whine to communicate with their moms. Whining by pups, like the crying of human infants, is a sound that is virtually irresistible, thus ensuring the pups’ proper care and attention.

At first, whining is automatic, rather than planned, and is stimulated whenever the youngster is cold or hungry. The result: A visit from mom whenever one of her pups whines. She is then able to assess the need of the pup and to supply the missing ingredient. Soon, teacup Yorkie pups learn to whine with purpose.

Human families adopt pups at around 8 weeks of age. By this time they certainly have the barking and whining game down to a tee, but now they must find out what effect it will have on their new caretakers. Newly adopted teacup Yorkie pups bark and whine for the same basic reasons as before, but now there’s no mom to summon. Loneliness or boredom may precipitate their sorrowful whimpering and whining in vain hopes that she might reappear but, of course, she usually doesn’t. It’s the owner’s response to the pup’s whining that determines how things progress from this point onwards.

Owners reactions fall into three categories:

- Those who ones who leave the pup to whimper unattended – the uninitiated or uncaring types
- Those who approach the pup to make sure it’s all right and take any action that is necessary – the thoughtful types
- Those who attend to the pup at every whine and whimper as if the pup was in mortal danger – the nurturers

Teacup Yorkie pups barking all night who wind up with uninitiated or uncaring owners eventually learn that barking and whining is an ineffective strategy for dealing with their problems and may cease the behavior entirely. Generally, puppies neglected in this way do not develop healthy bonds with their owners and always end up as quasi-autistic, social misfits with a tendency toward over-bonding later in life. In essence, lack of attention toward genuinely needy pups, leads to the production of overly needy, clingy adults.

Thoughtful owners, by virtue of their nature, do what is best for their pets. They are there when needed but do not allow themselves to be trained by the pup to follow his every wish and direction. The pup is never allowed to become cold or hungry and never lacks for attention when he really needs it. Teacup Yorkie puppies raised this way become well-balanced adults that will whine for attention when attention is due but for the most part will be affectionate, independent, and respectful.

Nurturing owners try to answer their pup’s every whine and whimper. These owners are too easy, too nice, and fail to set limits. Teacup Yorkie pups catered to in such an attentive manner may become overly pushy adult dogs that expect their owners to jump to attention whenever summoned. Whining is a key method for such dogs to summon attention.

It is a known fact that dogs will try and escape from you at bath time. Many of them will run around, shaking the water off of their wet bodies – it could be you startled them by bathing them as you would use the garden hose to water plants.

Bathing is part of overall grooming and hygiene for your pet, and this is essential. Since teacup Yorkshire Terriers have long, flowing coats, bathing and brushing go together. In bathing your teacup Yorkie, this can be pretty easy as long as you can handle your pet with little to no problems at all.

Regular brushing after bathing is very important. Without any notice from the veterinarian, avoid bathing teacup Yorkie puppies or a pregnant teacup Yorkie that is four weeks pregnant, a sick teacup Yorkie, or one with any skin problems. But then, a scheduled bath can help in keeping your teacup Yorkie’s cleanliness and good health.

Teacup Yorkie Bathing: What You Should do

Brush and comb your pet before bathing. The water temperature should be warm enough for him to use. Put water in the tub or basin. The water should reach halfway up your pet’s legs.you can use hand shower or just gently pour water over the teacup Yorkie. You can also soak the dog under a running water from the faucet – just make sure that it is well-regulated.

As for what soap you should use, a mild shampoo or soap will do. If your teacup Yorkie has skin problems, you should only use what the veterinarian has prescribed. Start with your teacup Yorkie’s rear forward with a soap and be extra careful around the ears and eye area. After cleaning these areas with mild soap or shampoo, rinse carefully to remove all the soap from the coat.

Otherwise, the coat will have a dull and sticky look and feel instead of glossy and shiny as it should. Dry thoroughly with a clean, rough towel in a warm area without drafts, and keep your pet indoors for several hours or he will try and get out of the house, and roll in the dirt. Dogs do this to get rid of the water, and rolling is a natural way for them to do so.

A dry shampoo is good for in between major baths or in an emergency but the best results are seen on teacup Yorkies with short hair.

Yorkies are highly energetic, intelligent dogs. Left unchecked, these characteristics could lead the Yorkie charging down the wrong behavioral path. Properly channeled, these same traits can help produce a well-mannered, enthusiastic, reliable companion.

When he is quite young, a dog learns his first lessons on manners from his mother. The mother is the undisputed leader and maintains her position by swift discipline whenever a puppy gets out of line. Imagine a Yorkie mother that admonishes her young by using a progression of techniques, starting with low, guttural growls, then – if needed – a swat of the paw, and a quick shake of the offender’s neck. This is true of many dogs and about Yorkies’ primal instincts, when aroused.

Rarely is any further action required. The mother reacts fairly, unemotionally, and consistently, and the puppies respect her authority. She is the boss – the ‘alpha figure’. (Again, this fact isn’t solely  about Yorkies – this about all canines for you to have better understanding of who they really are as dogs – like any other breed.)

This pattern of discipline traces back to earliest times when dogs roamed in packs. From the pack, one leader emerged; all other pack members then assumed various ranks behind the leader. The leader’s authority would occasionally be challenged by the underlings, many of whom competed for independence and power.

Even today, every Yorkie (and other dogs) assumes it is ‘top dog’ until proven otherwise. A leader must clearly show any upstart by swift reprimand that its place is not at the head of the pack. Once all pack members submit to the leader’s authority, they follow and cooperate fully.

This heritage of pack behavior is still significant today and must be dealt with in your Yorkie’s training. You must take over the leadership position vacated by the puppy’s mother by becoming the new alpha figure.

Your Yorkie must also be taught to be respectful of all humans, not only the alpha. While this might sound harsh, it really isn’t. The owner must simply  learn to discipline the dog in a manner it understands and respects. Screaming, brutalizing, whining or pleading will not make your Yorkie feel compelled to respond – a worthy leader does not act that way.

A leader corrects every misdeed immediately, firmly, fairly, and consistently. Letting some misdeeds go uncorrected will undermine a leader’s authority.

Never ever move an injured Yorkie dog unless absolutely necessary, such as to remove it from a site where it may incur further damage. Inspect the Yorkie dog’s skin and locate the source of any bleeding. if possible, gently wash the area with soap and warm water.

If blood continues to flow, apply a clean cloth or gauze pad, secure it if possible, and hold the compress in place until the bleeding stops. Unless the cut is very small, it will need professional attention. A veterinarian will be better able to apply a bandage that will stay in place.

More on Yorkie dogs information in dealing with wounds and injuries: If it appears that a bone has been broken, immobilize your Yorkie dog to the best of your ability. if allowed to move about, your pet may do damage to the muscles, cartilage, and nerves surrounding the break.

Try to keep your Yorkie dog calm and get him to emergency treatment as quickly as possible. If necessary, you can use a blanket as a makeshift stretcher for transporting the Yorkie dog short distances.

If the dog lapses into unconsciousness, check that his breathing passages are open. Get the Yorkie dog onto his side; gently pry open the mouth and pull the tongue forward to allow air to flow into his lungs.

In all these situations, shock can quickly set in. Cover the Yorkie dog with a blanket for added warmth and monitor his heart rate. This Yorkie dogs information may be useful for the attending veterinarian.

Poisonings

Most accidental poisonings happen without the owner knowing that the Yorkie dog has ingested a poisonous substance. This often as serious consequences since immediate action is generally required for the dog to have a good chance of survival. Symptoms of poisoning include diarrhea, vomiting, lethargy, spasms, shaking, dizziness, and a color change or bleeding of the mucous membranes.

If you know the cause to the poisoning and are lucky enough to have access to the packaging, look for information on the proper antidote. Your local poison control center may also be of help. Knowing how much poison was swallowed, and when will greatly help your veterinarian to chart the treatment.

Various procedures may be required, depending on the type of poison; sometimes the stomach can be pumped, sometimes specific antidotes can neutralize the poison in the stomach. Without adequate information on what happened, the veterinarian has little to go on and the outcome can be grave.

Vomiting In Yorkie Puppies

There can be plenty of reasons why your Yorkie puppy is throwing up and it is highly important for you to know whether it’s a sign of disease or illness, dog poisoning, eating food straight from the trash can, or too many dog treats. There can be many explanations for Yorkie puppy vomiting , such as: Eating something they shouldn’t have. Puppies are generally curious to their immediate environment and in their eyes everything is edible until proven otherwise. You would be surprised at what your Yorkie puppy can eat but ingesting and ‘digesting’ are two entirely different things. Your Yorkie puppy may be physically able to eat three plastic grocery sacks, or a pair of ski socks, but he isn’t going to be able to digest them. There are also a lot of common household products, plants, and human foods that are detrimental to dogs’ health.

Vomiting is also one of the first symptoms of many various canine illnesses. It could be something simple such as a mild bacterial infection, or something as serious as Parvo. There are typically (but not always) other signs of illness associated with the Yorkie puppy vomiting such as diarrhea, lethargy,  fever, loss of appetite and so on. In the case of allergies or digestive sensitivity, the ingredients in a particular dog food may cause a puppy or dog to vomit. True dog food allergies usually result to skin irritation such as hot spots, excessive itching, hair loss, and so on. However, sensitivity to a certain ingredient can lead to stomach upset, including diarrhea and/ or vomiting. Occasionally a reaction to vaccination, or medications (such as certain antibiotics or de-worming medications) can cause puppy vomiting. For example, if your Yorkie puppy has simply eaten a plateful of peanut butter sandwiches and a block of cheese, his vomiting should make him feel better and is unlikely that he’ll have any long term effects from his ‘binge’. But if he’s devoured a whole chocolate cake, or been licking up laundry detergent he’s likely going to be in serious trouble and you need to bring him to the vet immediately.

Some Yorkie puppies also tend to swallow a lot of things that are simply not meant to pass through a digestive system (think buttons, kids’ erasers,  small plastic toys, etc). Somehow there are many times when a particular foreign object seems to defy nature and work its way through and out the other end without incident, but when an object gets stuck, it causes blockage in the intestines or bowels, which is very serious and normally calls for immediate surgery.

Bloating Problems in the Yorkie Puppy

While bloating is uncomfortable for humans, bloating in canines is life-threatening. When a Yorkie puppy gets bloated, his stomach fills with gas, making his middle swell up like a balloon. If the gassiness persists, his stomach will twist, blocking off blood flow to his stomach. This in turn makes it impossible for the stomach to be emptied, and leads to more build up of gas, and so on in a nasty cycle. The diagnosis is simple, but the pathological changes in the Yorkie puppy’s body make treatment complicated, expensive, and not always successful. When your Yorkie puppy becomes bloated, his belly will be swollen and he may:

- Have gurgling noises coming from his stomach
- Pace
- Have difficulty breathing
- Have grey or white gums
- Drool
- Dry heaving or vomiting

A surefire way to find out if a yorkie is bloating is to tap on his tummy; it may sound hollow, just like a drum. Treatment for a Yorkie puppy bloat may require a visit to the vet. If you know or even suspect your Yorkie puppy has bloat, do not attempt home treatment. If treated within a few hours he should recover, but if the problem persists for six-twelve hours, risk for shock, coma, or possibly eventual death greatly increase. Do take the time to call ahead; while you are transporting the dog, the hospital staff can prepare for your arrival. Do not insist on accompanying your dog to the treatment area. Well-meaning owners are an impediment to efficient care.

Initial diagnosis may include: x-rays, an ECG, and blood tests. But because bloat is so life-threatening, treatment will probably be started before the test results are in. The first step is to treat shock with IV fluids and steroids. Antibiotics and antiarrythmics may also be started now. Then the veterinarian will attempt to decompress the stomach by passing a stomach tube. If this is successful, a gastric levage may be used to wash out accumulated food, gastric juices, or other stomach contents. In some cases, decompression is accomplished by placing large-bore needles or a trochar through the skin and muscle and directly into the stomach.

Your veterinarian will do the procedure he feels comfortable with and which has the best success rate. Recovery can go for a long period and sometimes requiring hospital stays of a week or more. Post-operative care depends on the severity of the disease and the treatment methods employed  may include medications and special diet to promote gastric emptying, and routine wound management. Costs may run $500-1000 or more in complicated cases. If your Yorkie puppy has a tendency toward bloating, give him small amounts of food throughout the day, rather than allowing him to have large meals.

A Short Guide in Acquainting Your New Mini Yorkie Puppy

It’s time for your new pet to meet the family. Introduce the members of your family one by one. Your mini Yorkie puppy can become overwhelmed if everyone crowds around at once, so let each family member (especially children) approach slowly and gently, speaking in quiet, soothing voices.

Some puppies are fine with a little chaos, but introducing your new member to the family one at a time gives him a chance to sniff each person’s hand, check out each person’s face, and enjoy a stroke or two. This approach may help your mini Yorkie puppy learn who’s who with a little more ease.

Don’t pass your new pet around just yet. Let him sniff from the safety of your arms or the floor. Children, especially – should never hold a mini Yorkie puppy while standing up because of the risk that they may drop him. Keep introductions on the down-low, to be safe.

If you have another dog or cat or two, don’t throw all your pets together right away. Confine your other pets before bringing your new puppy into the house. Put them in a room with something that has your new dog’s smell on it – a blanket or mat from his basket, etc. let your new mini Yorkie puppy sniff around your house for at least an hour or so while the other pets are confined.

After they have detected each other by scent, you can bring them face to face. Hold each pet for a while first to keep the situation controlled. You may also let each pet have a turn inside a crate while the other sniffs the surroundings to see what’s going on. Just don’t let your hands off your new mini Yorkie puppy during introductions.

Introducing new pets to resident pets can be tricky. Sometimes things go off without a hitch, but if somebody gets testy, you need to be there, immediately ready to separate the two.

Don’t let a tense situation escalate. If either pet seems anxious, fearful, or aggressive, separate the two and continue to let them interact for very short sessions (even just for a few minutes) every few hours, with both pets firmly under the control of a responsible adult.

Don’t leave them together unsupervised until you are sure they are friendly toward each other.

Low Blood Sugar in Yorkie Poo Puppies

Transient juvenile hypoglycemia may be suspected when puppies, especially toy breeds such as Chihuahuas or Yorkshire Terriers, show signs of weakness, lethargy, listlessness, vomiting, or diarrhea. Puppies less than three or four months of age require strong blood sugar levels while their immature systems sometimes lack the ability to regulate glucose.

Causes of Yorkie Poo and Low Blood Sugar (hypoglycemia) Attack:

Cold temperature, intestinal parasites, overactivity, infrequent, inadequate, or poor quality nutrition, digestive upsets that prevent absorption of nutrients, illness diminishing appetite, moving into a new home, or anything that puts a strain on energy reserves.

An untreated Yorkie Poo puppy with low blood sugar may appear weak and show a lack of coordination. In severe cases, the puppy will froth at the mouth, fall into a coma, have a seizure, and die. When the sugar level falls, it must be treated as an emergency or the puppy’s condition will deteriorate rapidly. The puppy’s body must have sugar as quickly as possible.

Good Sources of Sugar for a Quick Boost: Karo syrup, honey, sugar water, Nutrical

Even if the Yorkie Poo puppy is too lethargic to swallow, these products can be absorbed into the tissues if smeared on the gums and in the roof of the mouth. A puppy in seizure should not be fed food or water because it can cause choking, but smearing these sugary substances in the mouth may save his life. Nutrical is a paste-like supplement that comes in a tube and supplies vitamins as well as sugar.

Hypoglycemic Puppies Require Vigilant Care

If theYorkie Poo puppy does not recover within a few minutes it must be rushed to a veterinarian immediately. When the crisis is over, frequent feedings of a high quality soft food will keep sugar levels up for a longer period of time. If the puppy is not eating on his own, he must be fed frequent, tiny diluted amounts with a syringe.

A puppy with hypoglycemia may need to be fed four or five times a day or as frequently as every hour or so until his system is mature enough to keep glucose levels stable. It’s very important to make sure he is actually consuming the food and water that is offered. If not, he may have to be fed with a syringe. It is also important to keep the puppy warm and discourage too much activity which can lead to exhaustion and depletion of energy reserves.

Sometimes simply having an immature system is the cause and many puppies will outgrow hypoglycemia. However, sometimes bacterial infections or liver problems can contribute to the condition and these cases can be more serious. Prolonged or recurring hypoglycemic attacks can lead to permanent brain damage. A puppy exhibiting signs or experiencing repeated episodes of low blood sugar should see a veterinarian.

What To Do With Fat Yorkshire Terrier Puppies

In regulating food for the Yorkshire Terrier puppies, some owners overestimate the amount of food needed since most dogs will keep on eating as long as you feed them. The amount to be fed to your Yorkshire Terrier puppies depends on the age, weight, activity level, and condition.

There is not much point to following tables on dog food labels too closely because metabolism in every dog is not the same. The amount of dog food you give to your Yorkie Puppies depends on their size and activity requirements. You should know determine their activity by observing them and failing to do so will make them fat Yorkshire Terrier puppies.

To get their exact weight, you can put a  puppy in a basket and weight, then subtract the weight of the basket. However, weight is not the only way to know the amount of food the Yorkshire Terrier puppy should get. Different kinds of dog foods vary considerably in their density.

Yorkshire Terrier puppies require frequent feeding than an older dog because their stomach aren’t large enough to hold all the food needed for proper growth. A puppy up to 6 months can go with 3 meals a day, then 2 meals until 1 year, and then 1 or 2 meals thereafter. Avoid overfeeding the puppies.

An adult Yorkshire Terrier weighing 5 pounds and below requires 1/3 of a pack or can each day. For dry food, 1/2 ounce per pound of dog each day is a good means. Watch to see how the amount fits your Yorkshire Terrier puppies and adjust accordingly.

Your Yorkshire Terrier puppies’ bones should be covered with flesh and not too sharply outlined but you should be able to feel them. If the puppy is too thin, fill him out, and have his stool checked by a veterinarian to make sure there are no worms. On the other hand, be sure your puppy is not overweight.

Before putting the fat Yorkshire Terrier puppies on a diet, check with your veterinarian to be sure there is nothing wrong such as a hormonal imbalance or other health issues. he may well advise a prescription diet. For weight problems caused by overeating, just cut down on your puppies’regular food and give no treats. Do not place your Yorkshire terrier puppies on a fad crash diet – just cut down on the amount of food in every meal and let him lose gradually.

Excessive Jumping Habit in Your Toy Yorkie Puppy

Toy Yorkie dogs -especially puppies – get so excited. They want so desperately to capture their humans’ attention. They want to see what’s going on and that’s hard to do when they live so close to the ground.

Your toy Yorkie puppy doesn’t have to jump up on your or anybody else – ever. Although jumping is quite normal in dogs, excessive jumping can be annoying, and can injure your pet.

Fortunately, toy Yorkies are not very big , so they won’t knock you down if they jump on you. Jumping is, nonetheless, bad manners, and your friends and neighbors may not think it is as cute as you do. Plus, jumping can injure your toy Yorkie puppy.

If you train your toy Yorkie puppy from day one, everyone will be impressed with how well-mannered and restrained your toy Yorkie puppy is.

If your pet jumps, he does it because you encourage it. yes, you do. Encouraging jumping is all too easy. All it takes is a look, a smile, or any other sign of pleasure or attention that very first time your toy Yorkie pet applies his front paws to your lower legs.

If you have already reacted with positive reinforcement to your jumping puppy, don’t despair. It is not too late to re-teach your puppy that jumping is not allowed. Even adult toy Yorkies can learn not to jump. Getting mad isn’t the way to teach, however.

Every single time you come home or even into a room and your toy Yorkie puppy runs to you and jumps up, you need to do something very difficult: Completely ignore him. Pretend he isn’t even there. Don’t talk and don’t look at him. He’ll probably try to jump with even greater fervor. Eventually, though he will give up. Don’t give up before he does.

When your toy puppy stops jumping on you, turn toward him and really pile on the praise. Get way down low so he can see your face. That’s what he was trying to do, anyway. Pet him offer him a treat – whatever will make him happy. You have just rewarded him for not jumping.

If, in the process of your praises, he jumps on you again – completely turn it off. Ignore him again. Don’t look at him and don’t speak. When he stops jumping on you again, praise him once more and give him all your attention.

The Yorkie Terrier Puppies’ Development

It is the brain development in conjunction with the newly formed abilities that indicate what external behavior a Yorkie Terrier pup can achieve at different stages. As with dogs, there are actually four major developmental phases that happen, overlapping slightly – with some dogs maturing more slowly or rapidly than the others

The first one or two weeks is called the neonatal stage. At birth, a newborn Yorkie Terrier puppy is blind and deaf. He never leaves the nest and is completely dependent on his mother for food and care. During most of this time, the Yorkie Terrier puppy merely sleeps, nurses, and tries to keep warm, seemingly responsive only to scent, sensitivity to touch, and changes in temperature.

Next, the transitional stage goes from approximately two to three and one-half weeks. In the Yorkie Terrier puppies development, this is a period of rapid growth. The ears open, and the Yorkie pup first responds to sound. The eyes blink and focus (but do not achieve an adult level of vision until the next stage, at four weeks). The puppy urinates without stimulation, and begins to defecate at some distance from the den. By one month, all twenty-eight puppy teeth are in.

The Yorkie Puppies stand and walk, following their mother, and forms real control over the temperature regulation in their bodies. Toward the end of this second Yorkie Terrier puppies development stage, there is a sudden enhancement in recorded brain activity.

The third stage is the socialization stage that extends from about four to twelve or thirteen weeks. In this time, the Yorkie Terrier puppy learns with whom (or with what species) he will associate, and patterns of social behavior develop. Yorkie Terrier puppies are now able to develop conditioned reflexes and show other evidences of learning.

The last developmental stage in puppies is the final or the juvenile period, which lasts from three to four months, until the Yorkie Terrier dog reaches full sexual maturity. In this period, the Yorkie terrier learns place orientation and adult interaction, and perfects motor skills and communication. Environmental fears emerge at four to five months.

The Yorkie Terrier may react fearfully in an unfamiliar situation or when a familiar environment is in some way altered, and he has to learn how to handle strangers and strange places. From twelve to twenty-four weeks, secondary socialization and environmental placement outside of the family or pack nucleus happens.

By fifty-two to seventy-six weeks, the Yorkie Terrier reaches full physical and temperamental maturity.

When adopting or buying a Yorkshire Terrier teacup puppy, it is important to choose one for a stable temperament and his ability to respond well to you. Either a female or a male Yorkie Terrier teacup will make a good pet in your home as long as you don’t neglect  and take them for granted.

When it comes to gender, that is really up to you. Owners of Yorkshire Terrier teacup females state they are better as pets, gentler, and quieter in general. Owners of male Yorkshire Terrier teacup males claim their dogs are livelier and possess outgoing, vivacious personalities. But for a first Yorkie Terrier teacup dog, a female is easiest to handle.

It is best advised to look closely at the Yorkshire Terrier teacup puppies so you can choose which puppy that can match your living needs, lifestyle, even temperament. Actually, the dog’s personality always reflects the owner either because owners choose dogs like themselves, or the animal learns to adapt over time.

In Yorkshire Terrier teacup puppies, no personality trait is inherited as such, but certain genetic factors can dictate susceptibility to some behaviors. A shy, defensive behavior may be inherited, as is fear of touch and noise. Even a difference in sensitivity to pain has genetic origins.

It is risky to place a bunch of Yorkshire Terrier teacup puppies together and try to settle on which is best, even though such comparison is normally the only basis for judgment. If you watch the puppies playing together, you will notice these puppies’ actions that can be linked to temperament. A Yorkshire Terrier teacup puppy who is always mounting his littermates is manifesting signs of over-aggressiveness that could be a problem later in life.

A litter of Yorkshire Terrier teacup puppies all raised under the same environmental premises will end up differently – because every one of them is totally unique at its very conception and preconditioned to be influenced by different stimuli.

But a newborn Yorkshire Terrier teacup puppy will grow properly only if he is being taken care of in the proper environment. A neglected, shy puppy is a sad puppy indeed; when he grows up lacking the care and attention from his owner, it is possible that he will grow up with a confidence that is no better than he was a pup.

Once you have chosen your Yorkshire Terrier teacup puppy, molding him to an obedient, wonderful pet begins the moment you carry him on your way home.

Whimpering Yorkies

Dogs don’t have too many sounds in their vocabulary – there’s growling, barking, howling, whimpering, and that’s about it. The original function of these sounds was fairly straightforward – the growl being a warning; the bark, an exclamation; the howl, a long-distance communication; and whining, a care-soliciting call.

But dogs can employ all of these sounds in different ways. Under different circumstances they use them to express a number of different desires and emotions.

Why do Yorkies wimper? It may not be surprising to learn that there are various kinds of growland whimper – each implying a different level of threat (the mutter or grumble, the throat growl, and the belly growl, for example) or that barking serves more than one purpose – either beckoning, warning, or indicating arousal and excitement. It may not be quite as obvious, however, that wimpering can also be a flexible vocal tool.

Whimpering For Attention

Some owners inadvertently condition whining in their Yorkie as a result of consistently (or later intermittently) supplying their direct attention in the form of eye contact, praise or petting. To break this annoying habit, it is important to avoid giving the dog any whining-solicited attention.
Anxious Whimpering

Some Yorkies whimper when no one is around because they are stressed by their owner’s absence. Such whining may be a component of the separation anxiety syndrome. These dogs whimper when separated from their owner by a barrier (e.g. door) or sometimes even when the owner is asleep.

Excited Whimpering

Sometimes Yorkies whimper, not as a message to some other creature, but in anticipation of some event.

Pain-induced Whimpering

Anyone who has witnessed any number of dogs recovering from surgery or following trauma will probably have noticed whimpering in this context. Whimpering at such time is reflexive and automatic.

Learned Whimpering

Dogs sometimes learn that whimpering produces a favored response from the owner. If whimpering gets the owner to produce a Frisbee, for example, and this is what the dog wants, then he will whine to get it.

All dogs whimper but some are more whiney than others. Whimpering can be almost automatic and may arise in response to certain adverse circumstances or situations, or can be used as a communication device to obtain attention or to achieve some goal. Only excessive, problematic whimpering requires attention. In some respects, whimpering in Yorkies is like crying in children and can be employed in a similar way.

Taping Your Yorkie Puppy’s Ears

Yorkie puppies are born with floppy ears. Generally, puppies do not have the proper muscle  strength at the base of the ear in order to hold them erect.

At what age does a Yorkie’s ears stand up?  Typically between the age of three to six months, the ears will gradually stand.  One ear may stand up before the other.  Some Yorkie puppies are what you call late bloomers, and the ears may not stand up until much later.

In some cases, the ears may not stand up at all. Yorkies with ears who do not stand erect, as referred to as having ‘floppy ears’.  The only time that this would matter, is in dog show conformance events, such as the AKC events in which judges are looking for ears that are balanced, V-shaped and standing straight up.

Yorkies are smart, sweet animals that make devoted pets. However, many people also enjoy showing this breed. In taping Yorkie puppy ears, if you are going to show him, then you will need to tape his ears so that they will stand up as he gets older. This is not a painful process for your puppy, although the tape may annoy her. In order to “train” the ears to stand up in a perky fashion, you should do this as early in the puppy’s life as your vet thinks is wise.

Steps In Taping Yorkie Puppy Ears:

1) Cut six pieces of two-inch tape in triangles; you’ll be using three for each ear. The tape should be cut smoothly with scissors rather than ripped to avoid getting your dog’s hair stuck in it. Use high quality medical tape to make sure that it sticks without irritating the skin.

2) Lay three triangles directly on top of each other. This will provide support for the ears.

3) Place the tape on the inside of the ear so that the edges of the triangles line up with the edges of the ear. The adhesive side should be facing the inner ear “leather,” the part of the ear that is not channeled in any way.

4) Lay a strip of tape over the triangles. This strip should wrap around the ear for extra support. Do this for each ear.

5) Leave the tape on for two to three days. Check on it as the dog may bother it with its paws or even scratch it off. Most ears will perk on their own after this period of time, but others will take a week or even longer. Some dogs’ ears just will not respond to taping, and these generally cannot be shown, although they are extremely cute and make excellent pets.

6) Gently remove the tape. You may wish to bathe your dog when you do so to loosen the adhesive. If you do, make sure you do not get water in your Yorkie’s ears.

If you are breeding puppies to be show dogs, work closely with their veterinarian to ensure that all cosmetic procedures are performed in a healthy way.

Toe Care for Miniature Yorkshire Terrier Puppies

Your miniature Yorkshire Terrier puppy‘s’ toenails are to long if they make clicking noises on the floor when he walks on a hard surface. Dogs with very long nails tend to walk on the backs of their feet, leading to splayed toes and unattractive gait.

Not only is this uncomfortable for the miniature Yorkshire Terrier puppy, but it can lead to foot problems. Long nails are also more apt to break or tear during exercise or play. To clip the inature Yorkshire Terrier puppies’ nails, sit on the floor and invite to lie your puppy down in front of you, between your legs, with his head in your lap.

Give him a tummy rub to relax him. Then take one front paw, holding it gently but securely, and isolate one nail so you can hold it between a finger and your thumb. Using a pair of nail clippers made for a dog, trim off the excess nail, making sure you do not hit the quick. If the inature Yorkshire Terrier puppies have white nails, your job is easier than if the nails are dark because the quick is a blood vessel that is clearly seen through white nails.

Trim the nail just beyond the quick. You will not be able to see the quick in dark nails, so make the cut just beyond the hook-like projection on the underside of the nail.

Continue trimming the rest of the nails on that paw. Then let him relax, rub his tummy, and then do the other front paw. To do the back paws, you can have him change position on your lap. if your miniature Yorkshire Terrier puppies are worried, stressed, or are trying to fight you, trim just one paw and stop.

Later, you can do another paw. If your puppy is trying to mouth your hand as you trim, give him a spoonful of peanut butter. He will be thinking about the peanut butter and won’t even know you are touching his paws.

When you cut the nail properly, your inature Yorkshire Terrier puppy will feel nothing more than slight pressure, the same as you feel when cutting your own toenails. If you accidentally cut the quick, your puppy’s nail will hurt and bleed. Stop the bleeding with a styptic pencil made for human use, or use the styptic powder sold at pet supply stores. Cornstarch can be of help, too.

Communicating With Your Baby Teacup Yorkie

Communication with your baby teacup Yorkie is more than verbal exchanges – commands, praise, and corrections. To help mold your baby teacup Yorkie puppy into a well-adjusted adult dog, there are a few basic concepts to bear in mind.

A dog will respond to his master according to how it interprets that person’s vocal tone and body language. This is all they have to work with. The master must, in turn, show the baby teacup Yorkie exactly what is expected of him. Positive experiences teach your puppy what you wish for him to learn; negative experiences teach fear.

A classic example of miscommunication is the following scenario: An owner discovers a housebreaking ‘mistake’ on the carpet, screams in anger, even hits the dog, which is now crouched on the floor and scurrying for safe cover. The owner thinks the dog knows it has done wrong and is showing his guilt. The dog, in fact, is submitting to the master as a means of self-preservation. He hears and sees the anger and reacts in fear.

The dog has not been helped to associate his actions with the master’s reactions. This scenario is totally counterproductive; the dog is left confused and the owner has not taken the proper steps toward eliminating further such incidents.

Your baby teacup Yorkie will learn and retain information gained from positive experiences. In theory, the learning process is quite simple: An effective leader clearly shows what is expected from the dog, and praises when the task is accomplished.

If mistakes are made, the dog is corrected, shown the proper action, and praised when the action is finally completed. This simple process can be completed by many factors. Some teacup Yorkies are more intelligent, capable learners. Some are quite stubborn and less willing to submit to the will of the master.

Some masters are better trainers. Each – dog and teacher – brings an individual set of strengths and weaknesses to the process, and a balance must be struck.

By being alert to what the baby teacup Yorkie’s body language is telling you, and also to what your body language and vocal tones are telling the dog, communication can be improved. Your baby teacup Yorkie has a limited frame of reference, as he must rely on the signals you give with your vocal tones and physical demeanor. If you encounter problems, try to use these cues to help evaluate what the cause may be.

Easy and Simple Tips on How To Train a 1 Year Old Yorkie

When training toy breeds, particularly the Yorkshire Terrier, you may have to modify some of the basic training techniques to compensate for the extreme difference in height between you and your pet.

A solid lead will aid the task. This is basically a rod with a short expanse of leash at its end. Held near your side it allows you to keep your 1 year old Yorkie in proper position without having to hunch over or clutch the several feet of leash that would otherwise extend above the Yorkie’s head.

In how to train a 1 year old Yorkie, the solid lead is held in your right hand. In your left hand hold a back scratcher or a smiliar aid with which you can reach down and position the Yorkie. With this method you do not need to bend continuously to correct the dog. You can even use the back scratcher gently as a form of praise.

Training small dogs can be complicated. If your Yorkie fails to progress, seek the guidance of a professional trainer who can demonstrate some of the more effective techniques for handling Yorkies. Through experimentation you should be able to work out a method that is effective and comfortable to both you and your Yorkie.

Remember, small or toy Yorkie terriers are not to be treated as fragile objects; they too need manners. reinforce this concept from an early age: Do not carry them all the time and do not pamper them. They will need additional consideration, of course, and some added encouragement.

In the initial stages of training, you could teach the Yorkie the fundamental commands by having him stand at your side on a sturdy crate or other elevated surface. Once the Yorkie is aware of what you want start the process over again with the dog positioned at your feet. Most dogs make the transition very smoothly.

Encourage the Yorkie to look up frequently, as eye contact is a vital part of a training program. You can accomplish this by making a short, staccato sound to get the Yorkie’s attention. If this fails, or if you feel silly making clucking noises, you can gently tap the top of your Yorkie’s head with the training back scratcher or dangle a tempting treat or favorite toy in the air.

Use your imagination and devise a system that works for you.

Bathing Your Yorkie Puppy

Brushing your Yorkie puppy will get a lot of the dirt out of his coat, but dirt and oil can still build up, giving your puppy an unpleasant smell. Regular bathing will keep him clean and smelling sweet.

Years ago, the conventional wisdom was that bathing a dog regularly stripped the natural oils from his coat and skin, thereby making the skin and coat dry and unhealthy. Products available for dogs today have changed. Even though you can still strip the oils from the skin and coat if you use a harsh soap for bathing your Yorkie, puppy, most of the products today are better and gentler than the older ones.

If you use a good-quality dog shampoo, you can bathe your Yorkie puppy regularly without harming his coat. After all, therapy dogs who make weekly visits to nursing homes must be bathed before each visit. Treat your puppy nicely when you give him a bath. If you decide to give your Yorkie, puppy a bath in the driveway with cold water out of the hose, you will have a battle on your hands.

Your puppy will hate baths and will struggle every time you try to get him wet. It is worth your time to pamper and spoil him a little, and make the bath warm and comfortable. In return, he won’t fight you nearly as much. He may even learn to like it.

Take the dog shampoo and couple of towels to your bathroom. Turn the water on in the tub and let it warm up. Then, with a leash on your Yorkie puppy, walk him to the bathroom. Help him into the tub and gently splash him with warm water.

Talk nicely to him as you get him wet. When he’s wet, lather up the shampoo, using your hand to rub it into his coat and skin, making sure to lather his entire body. Be careful you don’t get any soap in his eyes.

When you rinse, start at his head, letting the water run away from his nose, eyes, and ears. Hold each earflap close to his head to close one ear at a time as you rinse. Then rinse down the neck and chest, then back, belly, hips and then finally his legs.

Make sure you rinse thoroughly, getting all the soap off him. Any soap remaining on his body or in his coat could cause him to itch and scratch, thereby creating sores. When your Yorkie puppy is thoroughly rinsed, towel him off using the first towel to blot and get all the excess water and the second towel to dry him.

When he’s completely dry, you can brush him again with the bristle brush to remove any hairs loosened by the bath.

 The Newborn Yorkie Puppies

The Yorkie mom will care for her new family herself for the first three to four weeks. She will keep her puppies clean and as long as the newborn Yorkie puppies are warn and getting enough to eat, they will be quiet nd sleep most of the time.

If they are not happy, however, they won’t hesitate to let everyone know. Your main concern is the mother’s needs and keeping the temperature at the right level. Newborn Yorkie puppies can’t control their body temperatures within the first week or two of life, so during this period, keep the thermostat at eighty-five degrees, then down to eighty-degrees.

As long as the Yorkie mother seems to be managing, it is best not to handle the newborn Yorkie puppies or disturb them in any way. many moms resent their newborn pups being touched especially during the first few days. The whelping area or box should be a quiet place that remains undisturbed.

Teats of nursing Yorkie moms should be examined daily. Clip the hair around the nipples, and if the teats are cracked and raw, apply a bit of oil. if one gland is swollen much more than the others, it may be that the milk duct is blocked. Try to squeeze a bit of milk through, and milk it until partially empty.

After a few days, if unmilked, the teat will dry off. If you can’t get any milk through he opening, apply a warm, wet pad for a few minutes and gently massage it with some olive oil. If the duct doesn’t open, take her to the veterinarian to see whether there is an infection. If there never was an opening, the vet may try to make one.

Within a few hours of birth, very newborn Yorkie puppy will choose a teat for himself. If the mother isn’t producing milk by then, she may need an injection by a veterinarian. If she suddenly dries up before the litter is weaned, a veterinarian is needed.

If the newborn Yorkie pups are not getting ample amount of milk, they will let you know by whining, acting restless, and scattering about the box. Your veterinarian can help with food supplements. The secret to a successful lactation is keeping the Yorkie mom strong and well-nourished. A nursing dog has to consume a lot of food and drink plenty of water or milk.

About Teacup Yorkie Mating

Female teacup Yorkies go into heat two times a year, though in some colder climates, dogs have only one cycle per year. the first heat or estrus cycle normally happens anywhere from between six to twelve months of age though some female dogs do not come into heat until a year and a half.

In teacup Yorkie mating, the cycle lasts for about three weeks and it can be recognized easily. Beforehand, the vulva – the external sexual organ below the female teacup Yorkie’s tail – becomes swollen, and there will be a white discharge.

There then follow three distinct phases, each lasting about a week, In the first, a blood-tinged discharge appears, ranging from light pink to ark red. After this, another week passes before a female teacup Yorkie will accept  a mate, and show her willingness by wagging her tail.

For a few days, varying from five to twelve, the female teacup Yorkie will be willing to be mated then the swelling slowly decreases and everything returns to normal. A female dog should not be mated until her second or third heat, when her internal organs have completely developed, but she should be bred at least once before she reaches five years old.

If too old or too young when first bred, your pet may have complications in whelping. Do not breed her more than two out of every three periods. However, she can continue to have puppies as long as she comes into heat and remains in good health.

A male may breed when less than a year old. he should not be bred too frequently, but he should be able to continue to mate until a ripe old age. The teacup Yorkie mating should take place a certain number of days after the show of color, normally just after the white vaginal discharge has stopped and the bleeding begins.

And more than one service, though not essential, is smart – on the tenth and twelfth or the eleventh and thirteenth days of the cycle. Some even suggest three matings on the ninth, eleventh, and thirteenth days. Mate her once on each day, and let her rest in between.

It is always best to have the male visit the female’s environment. It is sometimes recommended that the female should be taken to the male, since he’ll feel more secure on his home ground, but this is advisable only if the dog is kept outdoors.

Growling Yorkie Puppies

It’s cute when really tiny puppies growl – but not  when the once tiny puppy is now a fully-grown dog growls. While growling is a perfectly natural behavior for canines, it needs to be trained out of your puppy – except in a few instances where its for play only.

You don’t need to worry if you see Yorkie puppies that growls while playing with their toys. This is just play. Test and make sure it is only play by taking the toys away from them, and return their play thing to them.

If they don’t growl over this, all is well. It’s also perfectly normal for the Yorkie puppies that growls every now and then. Just keep an eye on them. If they have a history of being good playmates, don’t get too concerned about this behavior.

Some of us are tempted to growl back at our pets (playing tug is a good example of this). It is probably not a good idea to do this – by growling back, we’re encouraging the behavior. If you reinforce the behavior enough, your Yorkie puppy might try it out the next time you need to pick up their bone.

Do not ignore it when your Yorkie puppy growls at you or anyone or anything else. Whether he does this you when you sit down on the couch next to him; when you approach your puppy’s food bowl; when you brush or clip his toes; or when you reach for one of his toys – you need to act appropriately but quickly to curb the growling behavior. Here’s what you should not do:

- Shove, hit or shake the puppy
- Yell at the puppy
- Growl back

Why shouldn’t you do these things? Because a growling puppy is much better than a biting puppy. A growl is a dog’s defense mechanism that means he is going to bite if need be.

Shaking, yelling or abusing your Yorkie puppy may train him to not growl anymore – he’ll only protect himself by biting. Yorkie puppies that growl will become potentially dangerous pets, and you’ll have a much more serious problem. By responding to your puppy’s growling in these ways, you will just be silencing the communication, not the problem. To say it another way, you’ll be treating the symptom, not the problem.

Another reason to avoid any of these aggressive behaviors with your Yorkie puppy is that aggression breeds aggression. Using force to train dogs never works in the long term.

Finally, yelling, shaking or growling at your puppy may just frighten him. If you scare your pet, any training message you wanted to give is lost: He won’t understand that you don’t want him to growl; he’ll only understand that you’re scary. And if you’re scary, he has all the more reason to be on the defensive with you which makes for more growling.

Assessing Your Cup Yorkie Puppy’s Behavior

No matter how well-behaved your cup Yorkie puppy is, it is not entirely normal for there to be occasions when discipline is necessary to correct bad behavior. Much like kids, and aside from simply not knowing any better, puppies go through bratty episodes when they vie with you for leadership, testing you to see just how far they can assert themselves.

In such circumstances, you must respond correctly as a convincing pack leader, letting your cup Yorkie puppy know without confusion the error of his ways. Too often new owners let bad behavior go unchecked, unintentionally allowing it to evolve into something more serious.

This is usually because they are uncertain as to what constitutes legitimate discipline for a pup and are afraid of being abusive in any way. The unfortunate outcome is a spoiled, self-willed puppy.

It is also possible to err in the opposite direction. When owners administer discipline incorrectly, such as disciplining a puppy long after the fact (as commonly occurs in episodes of house-soiling or chewing, when the cup Yorkie puppy does not understand the reason for correction), or by using ill-advised techniques such as a rolled-up newspaper or harsh slap across the rear, puppies can end up manifesting shy, skittish behavior.

Especially with puppies, discipline must always walk the fine line between too much and too little. What makes discipline such a difficult topic to address is that it varies according to the circumstances. no book can tell you the precise correction to use in each particular situation; we can only offer guidelines, which you must then apply to your cup Yorkie puppy.

As emphasized, each pup is an individual, and what may be appropriate for one pup may be excessive for another. The real starting point for discussing discipline is for you to know your puppy, to be able to ‘read’ his body language and get a feel for how he responds to correction.

Then you can proceed intelligently, using only as much force as is necessary to make your point and without losing your own self-control. This is why there are recommended disciplinary techniques that mimic those your cup Yorkie puppy would receive in a natural setting, particularly from his mother or a senior pack member. These harmonize with his nature as a canine while effectively communicating your displeasure.

The Ideal Yorkie Dog and Puppy

The normal healthy Yorkie dog and puppy is mainly interested in food and walks, though the reproductive urges are strong and may take precedence from time to time. This is especially noticeable in females for about eight weeks after estrus when she may go slightly off her food and become mopey, sometimes producing milk and mothering toys or woolly hats.

The healthy Yorkie dog has a glossy coat, not dry but not excessively oily, either. His eyes are bright, he has an alert expression, a pink tongue and usually the traditional sign of good condition – a cold, wet nose. However, there are many healthy Yorkie dogs and puppies with dry noses. In the days prior to vaccination, a nose which was crusty with a discharge was a sign of that most widespread and feared disease, distemper – hence the emphasis on the appearance of the nose by dog owners.

Ideal body condition varies depending on the amount of exercise or work the Yorkie dog performs, and on his conformation, but usually one can feel the ribs but not see them.

In long-coated Yorkies, assessment of body fat is best done by feel in any case. The Yorkie dogs and puppies will put on weight first just behind the shoulder blades and then across the back. Spayed and castrated dogs often have solid pads of fat on either side of the loins.

If you can feel the ribs, back and hip bones easily through the skin, the Yorkie dog is probably too thin and the cause should be determined. However, if he is young, and otherwise well – he is better on the thin side – dogs are much like humans when it comes to middle-age spread.

Male dogs urinate very frequently when out for walks, usually lifting one hind leg. This is normal and used for territory scent-marking. Male Yorkie puppies squat like female dogs until about nine months to one year, when they are sexually mature. Squatting and straining in a dog which normally lifts his leg is very abnormal and is an indication to seek veterinary advice, but a few dogs never learn to lift their legs at all.

Frequency of passing solid waste varies tremendously among normal Yorkie dogs and puppies. The majority pass once or twice daily – more than five times daily is probably abnormal. Consistence of feces also varies, as does color, which depends on the kind of food eaten.

 Maintaining Your Yorkie Puppy’s Health

Keeping your Yorkie puppy healthy requires preventive health care. This is not only most effective but the least expensive way to battle illness and good preventive care begins even before Yorkie puppies are born. The Yorkie mom should be well-cared for, vaccinated, and free of infection and parasites.

Hopefully, both parents were screened for important genetic diseases, registered, showed no  evidence of medical or behavioral problems and were found to be good candidates for breeding. This gives the Yorkie as puppy a good start in life. If all has been planned well, the Yorkie mom will pass on resistance to disease to her puppies that will last for the first few months of life. However, the mom will also pass on parasites, infections, genetic diseases, and more.

The Yorkie As Puppy at Two to Three Weeks

By two to three weeks of life, it is typically necessary to begin puppies on a regimen to control worms. Although dogs benefit from this parasite control, the main reason for doing this is human health. After whelping, the Yorkie mom often sheds large numbers of worms even if she tested negatively previously.

This is because many worms lay dormant in tissues and the stress of delivery causes parasite release and shedding into the environment. Assume that all puppies potentially have worms because studies have shown that seventy-five percent do. Thus, we institute worm control early to protect the people in the house for worms, more than the puppies themselves.

The deworming is repeated every two to three weeks until your veterinarian feels the condition is under control. Nursing Yorkie moms should be treated at the same time because they often shed worms during this time. Only use products recommended by your veterinarian. Over-the-counter parasiticides have been responsible for deaths in pups.

Six to Twenty Weeks of Age

Most puppies are weaned from their mother at six to eight weeks of age. Weaning shouldn’t be done too early so that Yorkie puppies have the opportunity to socialize with their littermates and moms. This is important for them to be able to respond to other dogs later in life. There is no reason to rush the weaning process unless the Yorkie mom can’t produce enough milk to feed the puppies. Yorkie puppies are usually first examined by their veterinarian at six to eight weeks of age which is when most vaccination schedules commence.

The Pregnant Yorkie Teacup

Diagnosing Pregnancy in Yorkie TeacupsThe best time to estimate pregnancy in Yorkie teacups is three to three and a half weeks after breeding. At this point, the veterinarian can feel puppies as tiny lumps or bumps. before or after this, it is moreIf the pregnant Yorkie teacup carries the puppies high in the back of her ribs, it may be difficult to determine if she is pregnant or not. Her nipples typically manifest changes on them – red and slightly puffy, even though they will not fill out until the seventh or eighth week. The abdomen itself may not swell until the fifth or sixth week.

Right after mating, when there is even a possibility of being pregnant, you should keep track of certain procedures to be certain all will turn out fine. The usual gestation period goes to fifty-eight to sixty-five days, with sixty-two to sixty-three days as the average.

Within this period your soon-to-be pregnant Yorkie teacup lifestyle should not change suddenly. Otherwise, it would stress her. However, she needs to have lots of exercise but as she gets heavier with the puppies, she won’t want to do as much and so must take brief regular walks.

Plan the pregnant Yorkie teacup’s nutrition with little care and of course common sense. She is required to have enough food to provide enough nourishment for her puppies and to maintain her own health. Do not make the mistake of getting her fat, but a lean body won’t be good, either.

Just give her the right amount of foods everyday, cutting it short a few weeks she is due to give birth.

It also important that to have your expecting Yorkie teacup to visit her veterinarian regularly to make sure everything is doing just fine with her and her pups. A five to six-week checkup should suffice, unless there is something else that needs to be addressed during this period.

Avoid stressors that can affect your pregnant Yorkie teacup. To ensure her overall being, always make sure she has the right food and medications to support her pregnancy. Also, prepare a place for her for giving birth, and for the puppies to stay in.

Choose an area wherein she can have all the peace and quiet she and her puppies would need when the time comes. If you have small kids, teach them not to disturb the Yorkie teacup after giving birth, and not to play with the newborn pups rafter they are born.

Disruptions and loud noises can be particularly traumatic at first. Young pups have a tendency to give startled reactions to any sudden noise. A new noise breaking the silence causes drastic reactions.

However, even without your help, most dogs will learn to accept normal disruptions. For example, when an electric fan is turned on for the first time, your teacup Yorkie puppy may jump; but if the noise continues, it soon just blends into the background and your teacup Yorkie puppy doesn’t notice it.

It’s the sudden, drastic changes occurring on a random basis that can cause problems. Fear of a certain noise can develop at any time. For some reason a particular noise may set off an adverse reaction in your pet. There’s unfortunately little you can do to prevent the problem because you can’t control every sound in your environment. All you can do is try to expose your teacup Yorkie puppy at an early age to as many noises as possible.

When a new sound occurs, make your pet learn to wait and see exactly what is before reacting.

To forestall this problem, be sure your puppy does not get hurt or become drastically upset. If so, he may well develop a permanent fear of associated noises. As a puppy, one dog had his paw closed in a slamming door. After that, any slamming door sent him into a panic. To correct this, each day over a period of weeks he was gingerly brought closer and closer to a closing door and was firmly – yet lovingly – encouraged to stay.

When he did so, he was praised and treated with a small reward. The idea is to teach your teacup Yorkie puppy to cope with new situations by actually flinging him into the lion’s den – but not to terrify him and thus cause an emotional stigma.

Thunder is perhaps the noise dogs most commonly despise, with firecrackers and fire engines close behind. If you don’t cure your teacup Yorkie puppy’s problem, his fear reaction to a particular sound may spread and generalize to include all unusual sounds. If this happens, you have a heavy job on your hands.

It is really annoying to walk down the street with a dog that jumps every time he hears a truck motor start up, a siren go off, or a garbage truck rattle by. Should this happen, do not pick your pet up and comfort him, or you may make a bad habit worse.

Helping Your Yorkie Pupy Cope With New Situations

If a Yorkie puppy is never allowed out of confinement, he will be reluctant to leave when given the opportunity. A similar phenomenon is reflected in the many dogs who have led such restricted lives that going to new environments upsets them to the extreme.

Other Yorkie puppies suddenly develop a naturally inherited wariness of unfamiliar places and surroundings; this trait emerges most often at four to five months of age. These dogs are abnormally fearful of unfamiliar objects; they may even react fearfully when their normal surroundings are altered such as when you switch the furniture around.

Instead of calmly investigating something new to see that everything’s ok, this type of Yorkie pupy is more likely to panic, run off, and try to hide. The difficulty in coping with this foible is that there is always something new to contend with so you can spend forever overcoming countless irrational fears.

Anything new causes a certain amount of confusion, so some reaction is normal. But your Yorkie pupy shouldn’t run terrified into a corner of flail about every time something new occurs. Mobility is a way of life for most people today, and the family pet normally goes along too. Your Yorkie puppy is taken to visit neighbors, on shopping trips, and to vacation in exotic places.

You have to acclimatize your puppy to innumerable different surroundings. When faced with the unknown, uncertainty can lead to misbehavior because your pet may be so upset that he relieves himself or runs around in a nervously irrational state. He has to be taught to behave no matter where you take him.

Start bringing your Yorkie pupy to new places at an early age so that he gets used to seeing his environment vary and won’t become upset when it does. When in crowded places with him, firmly insist that he move briskly while at the same time reassuring him that he is secure.

Your puppy will soon understand that there is nothing to fear. Upon entering a new place, always make your pet sit for a few minutes so he can survey the situation calmly. Then take him to investigate under your supervision so he can be sure everything is ok.

When your pet reacts badly to sudden changes and annoying situations, don’t become overly solicitous. Cuddling, cooing, and comforting your pet only encourages him to continue to freak out. Instead, firmly insist that your puppy face the offending situation, while encouraging him with a reassuring pat to let him know you are with him.

 Obedience Classes For Your Yorkie Pup?

You may be fully committed to training your Yorkie pup at home but that doesn’t mean that you and your friend won’t both benefit from a good obedience class. One of the biggest advantages to an obedience class is the socialization.

Obedience classes expose your Yorkie pup to other dogs and humans so that your pet learns more about the world. This is important for molding a stable and mature adult Yorkie in the future.

Socialization is the process of teaching an animal about the social world humans live in: What all kinds of other people and animals are about. This process helps your Yorkie pup become well-adjusted and confident, less likely to be fearful or aggressive, and able to make smart decisions about which people and animals are friendly and which are threats.

Knowledge is power, and that is exactly what socialization delivers to your Yorkie pup. Obedience classes also teach your Yorkie pup that you make the rules and that he must follow your lead no matter where you are. Classes give you some great new tips and tricks that you may not find in training books. Plus, professional teachers can address specific problems and see what you may be doing wrong.

Even if you register for nothing more than a puppy kindergarten or puppy socialization class for your Yorkie pup, you will be glad you did. You and your Yorkie pup both need training and a structure for your daily sessions.

Puppy kindergarten describes classes for young puppies or dogs that have never had any obedience training. These classes focus on socialization, and you may also learn how to teach your puppy some basic skills. You may even get help with housetraining and other new-puppy problems you may be experiencing.

If you find a teacher with a method you love whose style really works for you, you may find that you and your Yorkie pup can go up to the highest levels of obedience competition. Or, if you’re not into competition, you will still have fun and learn a lot.

Finding a good teacher is important. Your veterinarian and/or breeder can probably recommend an obedience instructor or two. Also, ask other pet-owning friends which instructors they like why. Some dogs trainers will come to your house and help you with individual problems which can work great for some Yorkies, but classes give you both the added benefit of interacting with new people and dogs.

Selecting The Best Mini Yorkie Puppy

Be sure the mini Yorkie puppy has had lots of time to socialize with humans, Once past thirteen weeks a dog with no human contact may not be able to relate well to people. Mini Yorkie puppies need experience with all kinds of people, other animals, and new situations.

A dog that has had plenty of experiences and is exposed to a varied environment will be easier to handle and be more temperamentally reliable. On the other hand, an innately shy dog deprived of experiences as a pup will tend to avoid new things and will withdraw from new experiences and associations.

Most dogs, fortunately, are highly sociable, and can be taught to overcome many of these early deprivations if the owner understands them. However, a mini Yorkie puppy that has been caged or kenneled too long may later show signs of emotional problems such as phobias, excessive timidity, or overaggressiveness.

At the other extreme, say, mini Yorkie puppies raised entirely by humans may not choose to play with other animals. They may see other dogs as different from themselves, and may consider themselves one of us. Species preferences and self-identification are acquired at a very young age; thus dogs raised with kittens may prefer cats to both dogs and humans.

Look at a nursing litter of mini Yorkie puppies to see which pups fight for their mother’s teats and which stay outside the group. Puppies that cry when isolated, or squirm and protest when picked up will need work. See how the dog reacts to new stimuli while alone and in a group.

Make noises and snap your fingers not only to test for deafness, but also to see how quickly he reacts, and if he is sound-shy. To test for sight-shyness, place a forbidding-looking object near the mini Yorkie puppy to see his reaction. Isolate him from familiar places in a strange environment to see how distressed he gets; does he shiver and cry, or happily explore the place?

Look for fearful biting, overaggression, hysterical overactive struggling, and escape reactions. Test for sociability by watching how he follows a familiar person around. Individuals within any breed may also have activity drives, so when looking for a mini Yorkie puppy, avoid pacing, nervous-looking dogs.

Much like a hyperactive child in the household, a puppy who is forever on the go may develop destructive tendencies and his constant, intense activity will soon become annoying.

In some cases, training problems or certain unusual behaviors may indicate a health problem in your Yorkie teacup dog. Apart from individual differences your dog shows, be on the lookout for any of the following behaviors and alert your veterinarian.

Better to catch a health problem in the early stages than to ignore it until becomes life-threatening.

Call your veterinarian if your Yorkie teacup dog:

- Never obeys your commands when he can’t see your face.

- Was housetrained but suddenly starts to have accidents inside the house regularly.

- Behaves aggressively for no good reason, especially if you have trained your Yorkie teacup dog not to bite or if he has never exhibited aggressive behavior before.

- Suddenly becomes shy around people when he wasn’t, previously.

-  Suddenly seems forgetful or confused, possibly bumping into furniture, which is more common in older dogs.

- Suddenly refuses to come, go on walk, or move at all.

- Yelps when touched.

- Suddenly becomes destructive, fearful hysterical when left alone.

All these would make any owner think of certain Yorkie teacup bad dog behaviors, but not necessarily so. However, these are common training issues, but they could be signs of a serious health problem – possibly of an acute nature.

So, don’t assume yet if they are Yorkie teacup bad dog behavior as of yet. Call your veterinarian to know more about what’s happening, and keep your pet well.

If your Yorkie teacup dog exhibits behavioral problems, seems untrainable despite your best efforts, or has any of the problems listed above and your vet has ruled out a medical problem, consider contacting an animal behaviorist.

No, it is not like taking your pet on for psychotherapy – dogs can suffer from very real and serious behavioral problems, and a behaviorist is trained to deal with these specific problems.

Don’t be shy about calling a behaviorist. Plenty of people do, and plenty of them are very glad they did. Many dogs have been saved through simple behavior-modification techniques. Most dogs surrendered to animal shelters are there because of behavioral problems their owners couldn’t or wouldn’t handle.

Don’t let your Yorkie teacup dog suffer this kind of fate. learn his language, train him, hire a professional when necessary, and immerse your pet in plenty of love.

Vet Visits and the Teacup Yorkie Puppy

Many breeders, rescue groups, shelters and pet stored require a vet visit within the first day or two to activate the health contract. Whether or not this is required, a vet visit is a must for other reasons.

- A vet can do the following on your visit with your nee tea cup Yorkie puppy:

- Alert you to potential problems with your dog.

- Instruct you on proper care.

- Set up a schedule for first-year vaccinations

- Do basic maintenance that might be necessary, like de-worming and vaccinations.

- Give you training tips and advice on behavior modification.

Your vet is an invaluable resource in your teacup Yorkie puppy’s care, so take full advantage and visit often. And if your tea cup Yorkie puppy has been under the care of another vet before he became yours, get that vet’s contact information so your vet can get up to speed on what your puppy needs and what has already been done for him.

If you haven’t found a good veterinarian yet, ask your local organization, animal shelter, or even local breeder for a recommendation to a teacup Yorkie familiar vet clinic. Also talk to friends, especially fellow tea cup Yorkie puppy/dog owners who use their vets for regular checkups.

Even though you can always vet-hop if you don’t like the one you pick, your best bet – and the best situation for your pet – is to pick someone who receives rave reviews from experienced pet owners and who has a lot of experience with teacup Yorkies.

When you find a candidate, call ahead and ask for a tour of the veterinary hospital. This helps you determine if the staff is friendly, as they will reflect the attitude of doctors. A good hospital has nothing to hide and the staff will be proud to show you their hospital and equipment, and they should also be willing to explain their procedures and policies to you.

During your initial visit, take a good-vet checklist with you to make your evaluation and choice easier. Make several copies and fill one out for each when you visit, if you visit more than one.

Make some notes on the back of your checklist so that you remember specific things about each individual vet. It’s easy to forget details when you have visited several.

Understanding Your Teacup Yorkie’s Behavior

Your teacup Yorkie dog inherited certain traits and tendencies from his parents. He may be particularly smart or quick or laid-back. But nurture plays a big part, too. Everything you do, everything you say, and the way you and your pet live together shape his personality.

However, even if you do everything the way you think you should, your teacup Yorkie’s behavior may be stubborn and hard, requiring sharper corrections (though never physical ones). Perhaps you have a sensitive fellow that practically faints with joy if you smile in his direction.

You will probably never need to raise your voice even slightly with this one, and you may never even need to use food as a positive reinforcement for training.

Maybe yours doesn’t want to sleep in your bed at all; maybe he already knows what you mean when you say ‘come’ and you hardly have to train him. Maybe he pushes your limits to see how much he can get away with, even when he knows exactly what you want – just out of curiosity or tenacity or because he is particularly precocious.

All you can do to these different teacup Yorkie behavior is live and learn together, stay positive, and give yourself a timeout when you get angry. Keep at it; you and your pet have a bond of mutual love, respect, and affection – even if you may not always like each other.

Some dogs seem to be completely untrainable. Well into their first year, though, their owners suddenly discover that these dogs are deaf – an affliction that happens sometimes with other dogs. There are alternate methods for training deaf teacup Yorkies, which you can learn from a professional trainer with experience in this area.

Most Yorkies and teacup Yorkie dogs are not complicated at all. Like any other dogs in general, they enjoy pleasurable activities. They also require food, water, sleep, and most of all, affection from their owners.

They love going out on short walks, play with you and with your family, curl up on your lap to watch TV – behavioral problems in dogs don’t occur in many dogs; should your pet happen to exhibit signs of strangeness, call your vet or a behaviorist to solve any behavioral/medical problems.

The drive to defend what he considers his territory is one of the major causes of canine aggression. It is a matter of survival for a wild dog to defend his den or sleeping place against intruders. It is natural for dogs – including Yorkie breed dogs – to defend their home ground against intruders, especially dogs of the same sex.

In nature, animals respect each other’s territory principally through fear. Even a small Yorkie may be able to drive away a Rottweiler if it enters his property. Male dogs are usually the most aggressive about their home territory: This strong protective instinct develops as the dog matures, and is probably related to sexual maturity.

However, you will normally see signs of aggression, perhaps subtle, well before then.

Some especially defensive Yorkie breed dogs develop a resentment toward animal or human visitor. A dog who is constantly restricted to a small area over a long period of time and never allowed freedom an develop abnormally intense territorial instincts. These dogs develop a pattern of noisy barking and aggressiveness. The dog will bark as a stranger approaches but will back away if the visitor gets too close.

If the stranger backs way, the dog will give chase. In this way, a person approaching a chained dog will frequently be met with barking, lunging, and even attempts to bite.

There is no way to prevent this other than not to restrict the dog permanently in close quarters. but never allow any teasing of a chained or penned dog; it will make him more defensively aggressive.

Another dog will pick out specific intruders to react to – a mailman, a delivery person, a passing dog, – perhaps because he knows these are going to enter his personal territory. he will make a big thing out of the intrusion – barking, threatening, sometimes even attacking. If you think this habit is cute or clever, you won’t be able to stop it.

Despite your half hearted commands for him to stop, your dog will sense that he is really pleasing you. if you express real disapproval, these aggressive (but not all of them) Yorkie breed dogs will desist.

If this kind of behavior goes on, a behaviorist can help correct the problem. Negative training won’t do anything good, as it will only erode the dog’s self-confidence, and is most likely to turn out to be a fearful Yorkie.

Basic Rules for the Yorkie Terrier Puppy’s Trainer

When deciding when to begin formal training, let the Yorkie Terrier puppy be your guide. It is useless and frustrating for all involved to begin training a puppy that cannot understand what you want of it.

As a general rule, most Yorkie Terriers can start command training at six to eight months of age, but you can still instill the desire to learn as young as six or eight weeks of age. Reward each simple success – coming toward you when called, stopping an action when asked – with loads of praise and treats.

Concentration is the key. If the Yorkie Terrier puppy consistently wanders off – physically or mentally – he is probably too young, so try again in a few weeks. The first lessons should be short, no more than ten minutes, but they should be held regularly – twice daily if possible. repeat all lessons frequently, but proceed very slowly.

Stop as soon as the Yorkie Terrier puppy shows signs of having trouble concentrating. Boredom in the early stages can cause serious damage to the Yorkie Terrier puppy’s acceptance of future training.

Training should be serious, but not tedious. The more fun it is for the puppy, the more he will benefit from training. Learning can be a stress-producing experience and reassure him frequently. Praise your Yorkie Terrier puppy for each minor success, but don;t go overboard and get him so excited that he forgets what the purpose of the lesson is.

Praise enough to inspire the Yorkie Terrier puppy to do well and earn more praise. And treats.

Commands should be made in an authoritative, but not scolding tone. Never whine or plead with the puppy to get him to comply. Remember: You are the leader here. Issue the same command each time you request a certain action. As a general rule, include the Yorkie terrier puppy’s name  in any command that requires motion (heel, come) but omit it from the commands where he is to remain motionless.

Similarly, give your Yorkie Terrier puppy cues to what his response to a command will be by always stepping off with your left foot when the puppy is to move out with you and your right foot when you move away from the puppy alone.

These are some of the little things that have an unconscious effect on your Yorkie Terrier puppy’s response.

Raising Yorkie Poo Dogs

The newly-arrived Yorkie Poo in your home requires special attention because it is a particularly stressful time for him. Unfamiliar surroundings and people can cause utmost discomfort to any animal, especially a young Yorkie Poo puppy.

Newly separated from his mother and littermates, alone – perhaps for the first time – a Yorkie Poo puppy is bound to feel frightened. Make sure his first introduction to his new home is not too stressful or it could result to emotional upsets that might be long-lasting.

In raising Yorkie Poo dogs, take every precaution against frightening your new pet. Move and speak quietly. Restrain yourself and give him the chance to make the adjustment. At the same time, don’t ignore your Yorkie Poo puppy. The idea is to reassure him that his ‘space’ will be  a happy home without overwhelming him. Just give him enough attention to make him feel secure.

Just like any other breed, Yorkie Poo dogs and puppies put the trauma of moving to a new place tire easily. They require lots of time for rest and sleep.

The location of your Yorkie Poo pup’s bed is perhaps more important than the bed itself. A draft-free corner in a well-ventilated room is a good spot. The bed itself does not need to be elaborate but it should be large enough to accommodate the animal comfortably.

It should be raised slightly off the floor. A washable material should be used as a blanket, and since fleas and other bugs can hide in bedding, the whole affair should be washed at least once a month. Never put the Yorkie Poo pup outside. Outdoor sleeping quarters and kennels are not suitable for a young dog – especially a puppy – whose internal temperature-controlling mechanism is not yet perfected.

Never place a young Yorkie Poo in even a warm outdoor quarters by himself. He will be miserable and lonely, which can be detrimental to his socialization. Wherever he is to be kept, be certain to give him water and some toys. Then allow your pet the opportunity to be alone to evaluate his new quarters.

Rather than give him full run of your home immediately, introduce him to it gradually. Besides making your new Yorkie Poo pet feel more relaxed, this will prevent him from getting into all sorts of mischief. A puppy tires easily and requires lots of time for rest and sleep during the day as well at night.

An Overview of the Short Hair Fox Terrier and Yorkie Mix Breed

Hardy and healthy, Short hair Fox Terrier and Yorkie mix dogs  generally live well into their teens. Their small to medium size makes them small enough to take just about anywhere but big enough for rough and tumble play. Their fiery disposition is evident in their small, dark eyes.

The short hair Fox Terrier and Yorkie mix dogs are bold and energetic, and the absolutely love to play with children. They’re loyal to their families but impulsively scrappy with other dogs, never hesitating to pick fights, even with much bigger dogs. Unless they’ve been trained and socialized to get along with other family pets, they shouldn’t be trusted alone with them.

Brief History of the Fox Terrier Breed

Fox Terriers are canine classics who’ve changed little since their emergence in the late eighteenth century. There are two kinds: Wire Fox Terriers are handsome, happy, and quite stylish when groomed properly, while Smooth Fox Terriers are sleek, elegant, and intelligent, They are simply referred to as Fox Terriers or Foxies for short, both are active, inquisitive, and outgoing – with a devil-may-care attitude. They live in the moment, enjoying whatever’s going on.

Smooth Fox Terriers are not very common these days outside of hunting and show circles, but they’re important because many other terrier breeds are believed to have descended from them. The Smooth Fox Terrier also holds the distinction of being the first breed in the fox terrier group to be officially recognized by England’s Kennel Club in 1875.

Historically, this breed were used to hunt foxes when they ran into their hiding places and drive them toward the foxhounds and hunters. White Smooth Fox Terriers were highly prized because they were less likely to be mistaken for the fox. Wires were favored for hunting in rough country, their coats making them less vulnerable to injury than their smooth-coated counterparts. Although Fox Terriers seldom are used for hunting now, they still have a strong prey drive and will dig with reckless abandon after underground vermin.

These dogs possess a lot of self-confidence and love to explore. Never turn your Fox Terrier out in an unsecured area without a leash, and periodically check your fence to make sure he hasn’t been digging an escape route.

Because they’re so intelligent, Fox Terriers are naturals for obedience, agility, and earth trials. They also can learn tricks easily. Like most terriers, they’re willful and need firm (not harsh), consistent training methods. Because of their smarts and stamina, they need plenty of mental and physical stimulation to keep them from resorting to destructive behaviors such as excessive barking, chewing, digging, and chasing other animals. Exercise, exercise, and more exercise is the key. A tired Fox Terrier is a good Fox Terrier. Unfortunately, you’ll probably be tired before he is.

The Yorkie maltese Puppy

The Yorkie Maltese cross, also known as Yorktese, Malkie, or Morkie, is a cross between the Maltese and Yorkshire Terrier breeds. The combination of the two breeds are always given names, but remember that they are not considered as separate from other dog breeds.

According to people that own a Morkie, these dogs possess beautiful colors on their coat, and have a warm personality. If you see Yorkie Maltese puppy that would suit well in your home, you can easily get one from breeders of designer toy dogs, or from a dog rescue – if you don’t have that much of a money to spend.

Yorkie Maltese puppies take on the temperament of both breeds: energetic and bold little dogs. They are smart dogs and you will find that they are easy to train, except for the housebreaking part. Generally, Morkies tend to be good watch dogs also, as their natural suspicion to strangers are roused from time to time.

Caring for your Yorkie Maltese puppy should be easy enough. As long as you are familiar with the Yorkie and the Maltese traits, you will have a good idea on approaching things with caution and care for your puppy. These puppies, when all grown up, have a long coat that requires daily brushing, and it is a must that you do this if you want to keep it long. However, there are many hairstyles you can choose as well, for the puppy.

In addition, Morkies get along so well with people. In fact these dogs – besides looking adorable and cute – are really social. When buying a Yorkie Maltese puppy, be sure you choose one that really likes to play with its littermates. Although personalities vary from one puppy to another, it is still best that you get a playful one as this is a good sign of a good temperament.

Small as these dogs may be, you are in for a big surprise. Having a Yorkie Maltese puppy is like having both the Yorkie Terrier and the Maltese all packed in one dog. Dress them up, adorn your cute little puppy with different clips and ribbons, and carry them everywhere! Just be sure that the puppy is above six months of age and has had vet shots so the Yorkie Maltese puppy is well-adjusted and safe from any sickness.

Also, don’t forget to remind your kids to be always gentle when playing with the puppy, or supervise them when you can. Kids tend to be physically active and can easily step on the Morkie pup which can hurt or worse, permanently injured.

Yorkie Shih Tzu puppies

The Shih Tzu-Yorkie puppies are at times labeled toy breed dogs on account of their small size – weighing about seven pounds. Generally speaking, both the Shih Tzu and the Yorkies can be quite fearless, which make them great watchdogs. This trait is inherent in Yorkie Shih Tzu puppies as well.

Yorkie Shih Tzu puppies are mostly tan and black in color and do not shed that much because of their fur compared to other toy dog breeds. However, they require frequent grooming by brushing their coat to avoid tangling and matting. Trimming their coat about once every month is necessary to keep it from hanging down, and to keep hair out of their eyes.

These dogs generally prove to be less allergenic to people than other breeds so it is safe to say that the Yorkie Tzu puppies are a delight even to would-be owners that have allergic reactions. Like any other dogs, basically they should be fed with food of the highest quality. Regular visits to the vet are also essential to ensure these Yorkie Shih Tzu puppies to grow and live happy, healthy lives.

However, puppies of this mixed breed have their share of  health problems, too. Because of their small size being toy dogs – they can be susceptible to hypoglycemia, a disorder that refers to a decrease in the blood’s sugar levels. If you notice your Yorkie Shih Tzu puppy exhibiting signs of hypoglycemia, bring your pet to the veterinarian at once.

Another condition Yorkie Shih Tzu puppies are prone to is hydrocephalus – a condition wherein fluids are accumulated in the brain and is extremely dangerous. However, there are Yorkie Tzu breeders that accept milder forms of hydrocephalus in their dogs and some are marketed as “apple head Yorkies”.

The Yorkie Shih Tzu puppies are really interesting dogs. Having the famous Shih Tzu and Yorkshire Terrier origins in these little dogs’ lineage only adds magic and beauty as designer dogs. It is no surprise that many people want to own one as the Yorkie Tzu breed possess both the best of the Shih Tzu and the Yorkie personalities in one small dog.

To care for these cute little puppies, basics should be applied: Look for a reputable breeder, and ask them of the puppies’ bloodline. Yorkie Tzu dogs are generally friendly, sweet, and loving dogs and their bold nature underscores their ability to be excellent guard dogs in one’s home.

An Overview of the Short Hair Fox Terrier and Yorkie Mix Breed

Hardy and healthy, Short hair Fox Terrier and Yorkie mix dogs  generally live well into their teens. Their small to medium size makes them small enough to take just about anywhere but big enough for rough and tumble play. Their fiery disposition is evident in their small, dark eyes.

The short hair Fox Terrier and Yorkie mix dogs are bold and energetic, and the absolutely love to play with children. They’re loyal to their families but impulsively scrappy with other dogs, never hesitating to pick fights, even with much bigger dogs. Unless they’ve been trained and socialized to get along with other family pets, they shouldn’t be trusted alone with them.

Brief History of the Fox Terrier Breed

Fox Terriers are canine classics who’ve changed little since their emergence in the late eighteenth century. There are two kinds: Wire Fox Terriers are handsome, happy, and quite stylish when groomed properly, while Smooth Fox Terriers are sleek, elegant, and intelligent, They are simply referred to as Fox Terriers or Foxies for short, both are active, inquisitive, and outgoing – with a devil-may-care attitude. They live in the moment, enjoying whatever’s going on.

Smooth Fox Terriers are not very common these days outside of hunting and show circles, but they’re important because many other terrier breeds are believed to have descended from them. The Smooth Fox Terrier also holds the distinction of being the first breed in the fox terrier group to be officially recognized by England’s Kennel Club in 1875.

Historically, this breed were used to hunt foxes when they ran into their hiding places and drive them toward the foxhounds and hunters. White Smooth Fox Terriers were highly prized because they were less likely to be mistaken for the fox. Wires were favored for hunting in rough country, their coats making them less vulnerable to injury than their smooth-coated counterparts. Although Fox Terriers seldom are used for hunting now, they still have a strong prey drive and will dig with reckless abandon after underground vermin.

These dogs possess a lot of self-confidence and love to explore. Never turn your Fox Terrier out in an unsecured area without a leash, and periodically check your fence to make sure he hasn’t been digging an escape route.

Because they’re so intelligent, Fox Terriers are naturals for obedience, agility, and earth trials. They also can learn tricks easily. Like most terriers, they’re willful and need firm (not harsh), consistent training methods. Because of their smarts and stamina, they need plenty of mental and physical stimulation to keep them from resorting to destructive behaviors such as excessive barking, chewing, digging, and chasing other animals. Exercise, exercise, and more exercise is the key. A tired Fox Terrier is a good Fox Terrier. Unfortunately, you’ll probably be tired before he is.

 About Husky and Yorkshire Terrier Puppies Mix

The Yorkshire Terrier and Husky puppies are normally purchased at the tender age of two months, as all puppies should. The gentle temperament of this mix as well as their liveliness, makes them popular family pets.

One of the first things to consider when raising Yorkshire Terrier and Husky mix puppies mix is to give them a healthy, balanced diet in order for them to grow into healthy adult dogs. Should you wish to purchase and own a Husky and Yorkshire Terrier puppy, it is best to talk to your breeder about the kind of dog food the puppies are into.

Food must be tummy-friendly for your Husky and Yorkie puppy for easy chewing and digestion. In addition, a n occasional serving of puppy treats is also necessary for the puppies.

It is also important to bring your Husky and Yorkshire Terrier puppies for regular checkups at the local vet. Generally, it is essential for young puppies to have regular appointments with the veterinarian to ensure that they are healthy and growing well.

Your veterinarian will also be able to dispense valuable advice to you regarding your Yorkshire Terrier Husky puppies’ overall health and well-being.

The Husky Yorkshire Terrier mixed breed dog is a very active dog. As such, teaching your puppy the basics is just as important. As with all forms of dog training, use the element of conditioning by rewarding your Husky Yorkie puppy if he performs something witty, desirable, and good. Just remember not to punish your dog for his mistakes.

Make sure you bring your Husky Yorkshire Terrier puppy out with you for regular exercise. Since both the Siberian Husky and Yorkies are active dogs, movement is necessary for them and a good walk or run will keep them in shape. Health problems common in dogs, the exercise lacks develop. In terms of enhancing the puppy’s socialization skills with other people,  introduce your Yorkie Husky puppy to your neighbors as this will help him slowly build a step-by-step getting-to-know-you skills with humans other animals in his environment and training him early on will prove to be a success.

Like any other dogs, raising Husky Yorkshire Terrier puppies require commitment, effort, and time. Even though raising a litter of them can be a hard task, it would definitely be a great satisfaction on your part taking good care of them- and knowing that these puppies will grow to be affectionate, loyal, and wonderful dogs someday.

Breed Traits of the Yorkshire Terrier

Behavior and personality are two qualities which are hard to standardize within a breed. The breed standards for the Yorkshire Terrier calls for it to be alert, happy, energetic, courageous and self-reliant, but friendly.

These are all valued traits in any breed. Even though generalizations are difficult to make, most Yorkies are very alert and people-oriented. In fact, they have been referred to as ‘people-pleasing’ dogs. They are happy to play, work, or just keep you company.

Whether they are shy or vicious has something to do with their genetics, but also is determined by the socialization and training they receive.

Yorkshire Terrier breed traits are incredibly important and there seems to be quite evident extremes in the Yorkshire Terrier. The ideal Yorkie is neither aggressive nor neurotic but rather a loving family member with a good self-esteem and acceptance of position in the family ‘pack’. Because these wonderful little dogs are willful, it is worth spending the time when selecting a puppy to pay attention to any evidence of personality problems, and to seek out the Yorkshire terrier breed traits they are known for.

It is also imperative that Yorkies be obedience trained. Like any dog, they have the potential to be unruly without appropriate training; consider obedience classes mandatory for your sake and that of your Yorkie.

Even though many Yorkies are happy to sleep the day away in any bed or sofa, most enjoy having a purpose in their day and that makes them excellent working dogs. They do not need long daily walks, but they do appreciate events that involve family members. All Yorkshire Terriers should attend obedience classes and they need to learn limits to unacceptable behaviors. A well-loved and well-controlled Yorkie is certain to be a valued family member.

For Yorkie owners, there are several activities to which your Yorkshire Terrier is well-suited. They not only make great walking and jogging partners but they are also excellent community volunteers. The breed seems ideally suited to receive kisses, hugs, and petting that can last for hours at a time.

The loyal and loving Yorkshire Terrier will also be properly trained; aggressiveness and viciousness do not fit into the equation. For Yorkshire Terrier enthusiasts who want to get into more competitive aspects of the dog world, showing, hunting, obedience, tracking, and den trials are all activities that can be considered.

 Maintaining Your Yorkie Puppy’s Health

Keeping your Yorkie puppy healthy requires preventive health care. This is not only most effective but the least expensive way to battle illness and good preventive care begins even before Yorkie puppies are born. The Yorkie mom should be well-cared for, vaccinated, and free of infection and parasites.

Hopefully, both parents were screened for important genetic diseases, registered, showed no  evidence of medical or behavioral problems and were found to be good candidates for breeding. This gives the Yorkie as puppy a good start in life. If all has been planned well, the Yorkie mom will pass on resistance to disease to her puppies that will last for the first few months of life. However, the mom will also pass on parasites, infections, genetic diseases, and more.

The Yorkie As Puppy at Two to Three Weeks

By two to three weeks of life, it is typically necessary to begin puppies on a regimen to control worms. Although dogs benefit from this parasite control, the main reason for doing this is human health. After whelping, the Yorkie mom often sheds large numbers of worms even if she tested negatively previously.

This is because many worms lay dormant in tissues and the stress of delivery causes parasite release and shedding into the environment. Assume that all puppies potentially have worms because studies have shown that seventy-five percent do. Thus, we institute worm control early to protect the people in the house for worms, more than the puppies themselves.

The deworming is repeated every two to three weeks until your veterinarian feels the condition is under control. Nursing Yorkie moms should be treated at the same time because they often shed worms during this time. Only use products recommended by your veterinarian. Over-the-counter parasiticides have been responsible for deaths in pups.

Six to Twenty Weeks of Age

Most puppies are weaned from their mother at six to eight weeks of age. Weaning shouldn’t be done too early so that Yorkie puppies have the opportunity to socialize with their littermates and moms. This is important for them to be able to respond to other dogs later in life. There is no reason to rush the weaning process unless the Yorkie mom can’t produce enough milk to feed the puppies. Yorkie puppies are usually first examined by their veterinarian at six to eight weeks of age which is when most vaccination schedules commence.

When To Give Vaccinations to Your Teacup Yorkie Terrier Puppy

If your teacup Yorkie Terrier puppy is exposed to other dogs at 6 wks veterinarians will opt for vaccinating with inactivated parvovirus. When exposure is not a factor most vets will ask owners to wait until the puppy is 8 wks.  Your veterinarian may also be able to perform temperature testing on the puppy by eight weeks of age – as part of the teacup Yorkie Terrier care for your pet’s health, or recommend someone to do it for you. Even though temperament testing on the teacup Yorkie Terrier puppy is not completely accurate, it can often predict which puppies are most anxious and fearful. Most vaccination schedules consist of injections being given at 6-8, 10-12, & 14-16 wks. Ideally vaccinations should not be given closer than two weeks apart, and three to four weeks are optimal. The best rule of thumb is to simply call your vet’s office and schedule vaccines without worrying about how often to go to the vet.

For those interested, every visit to the vet for vaccination usually consists of several different viruses – parvovirus, distemper, para-influenza, hepatitis – combined into one injection. Some veterinarians and breeders advise another parvovirus booster at eighteen-twenty weeks of age. A booster is given for all vaccines at one year and every year thereafter. For animals at risk of exposure, parvovirus vaccination may be given as often as four times a year. Rabies vaccine is given to the puppy at three months, then repeated when the puppy is one year old, then every one to three years depending on the local risk and governmental regulation.

Toy Yorkie Puppies & Hypoglycemia

Dealing with a Bee Sting in the Yorkie Puppy

Do you know how you might react and what action you would take if your Yorkie puppy was stung by a bee?  It’s hard to say what you would do because if it has never happened to him, you would have no way of knowing exactly how they would react to the situation. Just like humans, many pets are allergic to bee stings and it’s frightening to think about what could happen if you did not act quickly.

Let’s go through a few options for treating that bee sting based on some different scenarios.

Your first priority should be to remove the stinger from your Yorkie puppy, as it will be left behind. Even though the bee sting on the Yorkie Puppy has gone, it is possible that the stinger is still seeping poison into your pet so you want to remove it as soon as possible. Use something with a bit of a sharper edge to scrape the stinger free from the skin.

Your next step is to make certain that your pet is breathing properly. If poisoned from a bee sting, Yorkie puppy can go into anaphylactic shock and you will know the signs of it if your pet appears weak, is trembling, vomiting, has diarrhea, is breathing quickly, wheezing, has pale gums, fever or actually collapses. Hopefully this situation does not present itself, but if it does time will critical at this point and you will want to get your pet emergency help immediately. During this time make sure you keep your Yorkie puppy warm and help to keep him conscious by putting some Karo Syrup or Honey on their gums.

If the scenario stated above does not happen, it is still likely that the bee sting will result in some swelling.  If so, there are a number of things that you can do to help reduce the swelling and relieve your pet of its discomfort.  You can use an over the counter antihistamine by administering one milligram for every pound of body weight, so a ten- pound animal would get about three-fourths of a teaspoon.  You can also dab the antihistamine directly onto the site of the sting.  You will probably need to repeat the dose every six to eight hours.

You can also soothe your Yorkie puppy’s pain by administering a cold pack to the affected area for approximately ten to thirty minutes several times a day.  Or another option is to make a Baking Soda Poultice. Mix one tablespoon of baking soda with enough water to create a thick paste and dab the mixture onto the swelled area.  This could be a little bit messy if you are treating an area with thick or long hair so you may want to trim the area a bit beforehand.

Teething in Yorkie Puppies

Just like human children, puppies will lose their baby teeth. Some new owners may want to be prepared with an understanding of what to expect, although let it be known that yorkies who lose their teeth will most likely swallow them safely & benignly without either pet nor owner noticing.

Between the ages of 4 and 6 months, those needle-sharp puppy teeth, often called ‘milk teeth’ or ‘deciduous teeth’ begin to fall out as they are replaced by a stronger set of adult choppers. Usually, the front bottom teeth–the incisors–are the first to go. They’re followed by the upper incisors. Then the bottom and top premolars–the first few teeth that line the jaw from front to back–are replaced. Finally, the new canines and the larger molars at the back of the jaw will erupt.

Signs of a Teething Yorkie Puppy

Increased chewing. While all puppies chew, the nature of the chewing changes when a puppy begins to teethe. Tussling with toys and other playful behavior may start to give way to serious gnawing. The puppy will settle down with a beloved toy (or half of someone’s favorite pair of shoes) and not stir until the object of its attentions has been systematically shredded into confetti.

Blood. While it can be scary if you’re not expecting it, a bit of blood coming from a teething Yorkie puppy’s gums during teething is normal and harmless. Orally active puppies may dislodge a loosened tooth, and the gums around the tooth may bleed. The bleeding should be nominal and resolve itself in short order. If it does not, a visit to the veterinarian is in order.

Aggression. As the teeth begin to fall out, the puppy’s personality may begin to change. As the adorable, eager-to-please furball is compelled to mouth everything in its sphere–including its human companions – questions about authority and pecking order pop into the canine mind. What began as teething-driven mouthiness can quickly turn into nipping and even biting if not properly addressed. If you feel like you’re losing the battle, it’s probably time to sign up for a puppy obedience class.

Physical distress. Whining, apathy and diarrhea may appear. For some puppies, teething can be quite painful, and they respond as they would if they had any other physical ailment. A teething puppy may whine for no apparent reason. Puppies in pain may become apathetic and less interested in playing. There may be a disruption of the puppy’s digestive tract–the puppy’s appetite may wane and bowel movements may become loose and watery. If the puppy’s distress appears to be anything other than mild, or if there is any reason to suspect a cause other than teething, consult a veterinarian immediately.

Your Puppy Yorkie’s Health: Teething and Loss of Appetite

The stressful time of a teething Yorkie is the furthest thing from their mind, when most people take home their cute new puppies. Just as with babies teething, puppies will want to chew on everything they can get their mouth on. This can lead to total ruination of your belongings, but there are tried and true ways to help prevent this from happening, and help you and your pup get through the puppy teething time with calmness. With a teething Yorkie puppy not eating, help must be extended by training him. Otherwise, he will put his mouth on you and you must teach him at an early age that this is not acceptable. Just as mentioned above, every time they display mouthing behavior, you must redirect them to an adequate chew toy. Another significant factor in bite inhibition and limiting mouthing behavior is proper socialization.

Numerous people bring home their new pup and leave them out to romp around the house when they’re not home. Naturally, this leads to chewing on shoes, books, socks, the couch, and any number of other things. The best way to prevent your teething Yorkie puppy not eating his food, but rather, does destructive chewing instead is to crate train him. To do this, you will need a crate that is just big enough for your puppy to turn around in. Make the crate a safe and happy place for your dog. Supply him with stimulating toys while he is in the crate. Crate training your dog will not only be ideal for puppy teething troubles like destructive chewing, but will also aid in potty training and create a positive and safe environment for your dog to be when you’re not around. Some people think that keeping a dog in a crate when they’re not around is harsh.

This is not the case at all. Dogs by nature like small, darkened places and tend to feel very secure in crates. Almost all dog trainers today accept that crate training is an essential and positive part of your Yorkie puppy’s development. If your puppy is crated while you are not home, they will not have the opportunity to chew on your possessions and other harmful things such as power cords. Try and teach your teething Yorkie puppy by telling him gently which toys are his and what is off limits. Buy good things to chew on such as Kong toys or Bully Sticks. Kongs are made of tough rubber and can be filled with goodies such as peanut butter or cheese. They are excellent chew toys and wonderful for the puppy teething period.

Overview of Impacted Teeth and Teething In Yorkie Puppies

Puppies will instinctively chew, because they need to for their best development. When teething, puppies will chew to alleviate as much discomfort as possible. Think about it; if you had 42 adult teeth growing in, you’d want to alleviate the pain too!

Effects of Teething Puppy Yorkie Impacting Teeth

Canine teeth are located between the incisors and the premolars. An impacted canine means the tooth has only grown partially through the gums. Impacted canines can result from the tooth growing at an odd angle or overcrowding.

Opening In The Gum. Before a tooth comes in, the teeth create a space for the incoming tooth. When an impacted canine doesn’t come in all the way, the space is left open. This can be a problem, because it is easy for food to get stuck in the crevice and go unnoticed. Sharp food can pierce through the tender gum and cause a cut, which can become swollen and infected.

Crooked Teeth. An impacted tooth can grow at an angle toward the other teeth. When this happens, it pushes toward the next tooth, and that tooth is forced to push against another tooth. A domino effect is created that can cause all of the teeth to be crooked.

Decay. When a canine tooth is impacted, it is also hidden. The impacted tooth will most likely be overlooked during everyday brushing. A lack of dental hygiene in the area can cause the canine tooth to decay. The decay can spread to neighboring teeth if it is not taken care of immediately.

Pain. An impacted canine puts pressure on surrounding nerves and teeth. The result is exquisite pain. It can become painful to chew, as well as to open and close the mouth.

How To Help Alleviate Discomfort in the Teething Puppy Yorkie Impacting Teeth

You don’t want your teething puppy Yorkie to be in pain or feel discomfort. But what can you do? Ice, frozen fruits and vegetables such as carrots, strawberries, watermelon, apples, sweet potatoes, puppy teething toys found at pet stores may provide much needed comfort.

Other Things to Remember:

- Freeze natural bones that you’ve filled with peanut butter, cheese wiz, cream cheese, etc. (avoid from rawhides as they do not digest properly in a dog’s body)

- You can put broth in ice cubes, and freeze them before giving it to your puppy. The taste alone will entice your puppy to chew them.

- Dip knotted socks or towels (remember knotting them will create a difference between a forbidden object such as new socks and an object that the puppy can chew, such as old socks) into broth and freeze before giving it to the puppy.

Allergies in Yorkshire Terrier Pups

Because of puppy mills’ feeding the public’s appetite for Yorkshire Terriers pups, there are a lot of sickly Yorkies in the world. Yorkshire Terrier pups’ allergies are not as bad as in some other breeds, although they do not tolerate anesthesia well. You can change your vet whenever you want, if you think that is best for your dog. Many people buy puppies without realizing what they are getting into. Yorkshire Terrier care has its ups and downs. When you get a Yorkshire Terrier, you are ethically and legally responsible for the well being of the dog. Remember, dogs are not toys – they can suffer. A responsible Yorkie owner will do research on what they can expect to spend on their Yorkies annually and figure out in advance whether they can afford this or not.

One of the advantages of getting a purebred dog is that you know in advance what medical conditions the breed is prone to. One of the most common aliments in dogs is allergies. How bad (and how expensive) are Yorkshire Terrier pups allergies for the new owners? The good news is that Yorkshire Terriers are not prone to allergies more than most other breeds, or even mongrels. The bad news is that this breed does have a difficulty when handling anesthesia, which may be considered a Yorkshire Terrier allergy. If you are lucky enough to have a choice of veterinarians in your area, then how do you choose a vet for your Yorkshire Terrier among the crowd? First off, there is no law saying you have to keep one vet all of your dog’s life. Going to any vet is better than not going to a vet at all. Ask your vet questions. Be sure you are satisfied with the answers and don’t let the vet talk down to you.

Yorkshire Terrier allergies are the same as for other breeds and mongrels. The most common allergens are pollen, food allergies, flea bites or to particular cleaners. A Yorkshire Terrier with a pollen allergy would be treated a lot like a child with ragweed allergies, such as with a combinations of drugs and lessening exposure to pollen. Allergies to flea bites are common, but treatable. You need to get rid of the fleas, which is easier than ever to do with spot-on products like Frontline. You also need to get rid of fleas in your home, because fleas live in carpeting and furniture and just use your dog for meals.

Grooming Yorkies for the show ring requires a great deal of time, as the dogs must be perfectly sculptured according to the breed standard. All competitors undergo some judicious grooming before entering the show ring.

Some Yorkies need extensive plucking and  trimming while others need only contouring and finishing. For the owner of a breed that requires the coat to be plucked and stripped, this preparation begins months before the show date. In order to bring a Yorkie Terrier coat into good condition, the coat should be stripped at least six to eight weeks prior to the show.

The coat of a show dog can never be clipped because it can take three months to reestablish correct coat texture. Repeated strippings of the coat will hopefully yield improved coat texture and lie of the hair; the new coat will come in harsher in texture and will lay tighter to the body, giving a clean, smooth appearance.

In grooming Yorkies for the show ring, they should be groomed before being bathed. Grooming removes the unwanted hair and mats, which would block the shampoo from getting through the coat. Knots in the coat will only get worse and painful for them if not removed before bathing, as knotted hair twists and can pinch the skin when wet.

If the harsh-coated Yorkie must be bathed, it must be done far enough in advance of the show to allow the normal hardness of the coat to return. This generally takes about ten days. After bathing the Yorkie, use a hair dryer with the lie of the hair and using a brush to dry the coat, making sure the hair is dry to the skin. Typically, only the longer ‘furnishings’ are washed for a show.

Most of the basic grooming tools should be available in pet stores but you may need to find a mail-order catalog that specializes in dog grooming equipment if your Yorkie has special grooming requirements. The most common used in grooming Yorkies are:

Brushes. Pin brushes have straight metal pins in a cushioned backing

Clippers. The size of the blade indicates the closeness of the cut; the higher the number, the closer the cut; clipper coolant also needed

Combs. Teeth of various widths available; get at least a fine, a coarse, and a flea comb; mat comb is used to remove coat mats.

Ear cleaner. Liquid, use with cotton swabs.

Grooming table. Must have a nonskid top, be sturdy, and be the correct height for the groomer; usually only necessary for people doing coat stripping/clipping or showing their Yorkies.

Nail clippers. ‘Guillotine’ or scissors styles; electric versions also available.

Scissors. Buy top-quality which will not become dull

Shampoo. Should be made exclusively for dogs.

Styptic powder. For use when nail quick is nicked and bleeds.

Thinning shears. Single or double-serrated for blending, smoothing, and reducing undercoat.

Toothbrush and paste. Paste must be made for dogs; fingertip brush is most easily handled.

Treats. Given to reward Yorkies for good behavior and patience during the grooming process.

Teacup Yorkshire Grooming

As with grooming, brushing is the most common form in teacup Yorkshire Terriers because it helps stimulate the skin, and keeps the hair in excellent condition. Even the short-haired teacup Yorkies require regular brushing, too.Brushing is especially important for the long-haired teacup Yorkshire dogs, who are more prone to matting and tangling. Since all dogs need brushing at one point or another, it is important to get your teacup Yorkshire dog to get used to grooming early on.

In Teacup Yorkshire grooming, the short-haired ones require a stiff, short-bristled brush, a chamois cloth or a clean hound glove. A pair of special, dull-pointed grooming scissors are also needed. They need to be brushed once a week.

Brush the dog first. using a chamois cloth or the hound glove, wipe him down to give the hair a flat lie. This also adds luster to your teacup Yorkshire dog’s coat. Carefully trim out excess dirt and hair using the scissors, between the pads of your pet’s feet.

Just be sure to brush the hair gently as you can. Otherwise, you may unknowingly pull out plenty of live hairs along with the dead ones. However, it is not advised to brush against the lie of the hair or the grain (with the exception of fluffing the hair on long-haired teacup Yorkshire dogs). If your pet does not want to be brushed over the face, use a clean cloth instead.

For long-haired teacup Yorkshires, a steel comb with rounded teeth and a stiff brush with the bristle depth-dependent on the hair length are required for grooming which should be done two to three times a week. If you can’t remove the stubborn mat, use a scissor to cut it.

then, brush the hair thoroughly. Make sure that the bristles go through the coat, reaching the skin. Use the comb after ward to make it fluffy.

Another part of the teacup Yorkshire grooming is the ears. When cleaning your pet’s ears, make sure that you only use a clean cloth to remove any dirt that you will find. After bathing is often the best time to clean them. Gently remove any excess hair in either ear, as this can be a breeding ground for fleas and ticks.

The eyes also require attention to be certain they are ok. Since teacup Yorkshire dogs are naturally long-haired, carefully trimming excess hair around the eye area can help prevent potential eye infection. During bathing, wipe the eye area with a clean cloth and remove any dirt that are situated around the eye area.

Helping Adjust the Yorkie Puppy in Your Home

Most puppies will whimper or cry during the first few nights and during periods of short separation. It is important to remember that the experience of the first few nights will shape the course of the nights to come, so do not be too soft-hearted and allow the Yorkie puppy to sleep with you – unless you can plan on allowing this in the future.

Consistency is at the heart of all training, and you cannot allow the Yorkie puppy to do something this week that is forbidden the next.

The new baby Yorkie is justifiably upset and you should do your best to comfort it. Place the puppy in his sleeping area, pet it, talk soothingly, and then retire. If the baby Yorkie puppy carries on desperately, return to it and comfort it again, but don’t stay too long.

Do not remove him from the sleeping area or pick it up, as this is reinforcement to the puppy that if it howls long enough, you will come and get him. You may want to help ease his tension by playing some soft, soothing music or by placing a hot water bottle under his blanket to imitate the mother’s warmth.

These measures should relieve the puppy enough for him to fall asleep. The amount of attention needed should decline each night as the baby Yorkie puppy gets used to the process. In daytime care, a baby Yorkie requires almost constant attention and should not be expected to stay by himself for more than short periods before he is physically mature enough, and adjusted to his role in the household.

A Yorkie puppy that is eft alone for great lengths of time will feel abandoned. This insecurity will adversely affect the way it bonds with his owner, in particular, and possibly with all humans.

A lonely Yorkie puppy often becomes a maladjusted adult dog and little can be done later to counteract a poor beginning. The result is often a high-strung dog with undesirable habits, such as tension chewing or scratching.

If you must go out for an extended length of time, take the Yorkie puppy with you. If this is impossible, try to leave him with someone (preferable someone he is acquainted with). Failing all else, arrange to have someone come to your home several times a day to socialize  the Yorkie puppy and attend to his exercise and elimination needs.

Starting a Routine for the Yorkie Puppy

Don’t wait to incorporate your Yorkie puppy into your routine. You don’t have to make the first few weeks special for him. If you can take time to be home more often, that’s perfect, but don’t center your entire day around your new puppy.

When things go back to normal, your puppy won’t understand the sudden change.

Dogs are creatures of habit, and they love routine. Let your new Yorkie puppy know, from the very first full day, what the recommended schedule will be. Everyone will get along more easily and happily that way, and your new puppy will be glad to know what to expect.

Your new family routine should be a lot like your old family routine. You simply need to add a few steps here and there. If you’re a list person, you can write your family’s new schedule and a recommended Yorkie puppy schedule on a piece of paper; insert the following items where they make sense for your situation.

Young Yorkie puppies need to go out for a bathroom break every two hours during the day and every three to four hours at night, so you may need to add more potty breaks to the list. With a list of recommended Yorkie puppy schedule, your day is more complex than it was, and of course it will take a little more time.

That may mean less time for television, talking on the phone, or whatever else you do with your leisure time, but that’s the commitment you made when you decided to bring a dog into your life. But keep in mind that incorporating your Yorkie puppy’s schedule into your own is fun. Having a Yorkshire Terrier around makes life better – just ask any devoted Yorkie owner. Your time spent will be well worth it.

Also, schedule in some quiet time a few times each day (preferably at about the same time) with your Yorkie puppy. Pet and talk to him in a gentle voice without any demands or expectations. Tune out everything else and focus on your pet. You and your new friend will both come to anticipate these bonding sessions. Your Yorkie puppy will grow to feel safe and secure in your presence, and you may experience some wonderful stress relief.

Using Crate Training for Yorkie Puppies

Choking Hazards & Your Teacup Yorkie Puppy

Take a good look around your home for small objects on the floor or within reach that would fit in your teacup Yorkie puppy’s mouth. Things like bottle caps, rubber bands, string or thread, loose screws, twist ties, small blocks or balls (such as cat toys) and even small wads of paper trash. All these can be hazardous to your puppy.

Small, hard objects can lodge in a puppy or dog’s throat and block the air passages. String-like objects can actually cause internal damage.

If your teacup Yorkie puppy does choke on something, let him try to dislodge it himself. If your pet isn’t breathing – whether unconscious or not – try to hook the object out with your finger, if he’ll let you. Just don’t force the object in farther. If that procedure doesn’t work, you can try a movement similar to the Heimlich maneuver.

1. Place your teacup Yorkie puppy up on all fours and then lift his front end slightly off the ground.

2. Put your thumb on his upper abdomen just below his rib cage and then thrust upward. However, don’t be too rough. You don’t want to injure him. And keep doing this procedure a few times to get the object out.

3. Do one of the following:

- If you can dislodge the object, take it straight to the veterinarian after your teacup Yorkie puppy can breathe. He may have internal injuries.

- If you can’t dislodge the object, rush your pet to the nearest vet or emergency pet care facility. if you can, take someone with you who can keep trying the modified Heimlich maneuver to dislodge the object en route.

If all this choking talk sounds scary to you, you are right to feel alarmed. The best things to do is to keep all choking hazards out of reach especially if your teacup Yorkie puppy tends to chew on everything in sight. Some puppies are more inclined to chew than others, but chewing is definitely a trait inherent in dogs.

When you’re looking for potential choking hazards, don’t forget to look for strangling hazards, too. More cats than dogs are probably strangled in blind cords, but it can happen. Keep blind cords out of reach – especially if you have kids.

Also remove any hook-like objects that are within reach but off the floor because they too may possibly catch on your puppy’s collar or leash.

Recommended Schedules For The Yorkie Puppy

A Guide To Housetraining Your Yorkie Puppy

When searching for the perfect vet, chances are you have encountered or at least heard about one or more holistic veterinarians in your area. The movement toward more holistic and natural health care is a good info on teacup Yorkie dogs’ health, and is big right now – and nowhere more so than in the world of animal companions.

Holistic veterinarians may practice any or all of a number of different holistic healing techniques (most specialize in one or two), including homeopathy, herbalism, flower essences, acupuncture, pet massage of all types, nutritional therapy, even chiropractic treatment – to name some of the more common methods.

Homeopathy works on the principle of like treats like – treating symptoms by using very diluted substances that usually cause those symptoms to put the system back into balance. Herbalism is the use of herbs as medicine to balance the system. Flower essences treat the emotional energies.

In addition to info on teacup Yorkie dogs’ holistic health care is acupuncture. Acupuncture is an application of needles to certain energy centers of the body to release blockages, and acupressure is the application of pressure to those energy centers.

Pet massage helps loosen tight muscles and connective tissue. Nutritional therapy involves improved diet and supplements to help prevent and heal disease. Chiropractic treatment aligns the spinal column and joints to free blocked energy.

Should you use a holistic veterinarian for your teacup Yorkie dog? Some owners swear by holistic vets and would never take their pets to a regular vet again. others wouldn’t consider a holistic healer for their teacup Yorkie dogs.

The decision is up to you and should be based on your own personal inclinations and feelings about the matter. If you use a holistic health practitioner yourself and you think these methods make sense, yore teacup Yorkie dog may benefit similarly.

If you don’t like the idea for yourself, you won’t feel comfortable about taking your teacup Yorkie dog to someone who works in a more holistic mode.

Some owners, though, go for the combination of the two approaches, often called complementary health care. More and more vets recommend this approach as well. Holistic healing is great for preventive medicine, to keep the system healthy and balanced.

An aging teacup Yorkie may not be able to get around quite as quick or sharply as he once did, but that doesn’t mean he won’t, or shouldn’t. Old dogs need to keep moving. if they don’t,  they will experience diminished muscle tone.

Taking care of a teacup Yorkie that is old enough to do the things he used to back then should be done. Moderate exercise helps keep arthritis symptoms in check and helps an old teacup Yorkie’s weight down also.

Taking care of a teacup Yorkie that is old includes acknowledging his limited movements, and this fact should help to keep arthritis symptoms at bay.

In the advanced stages, your pet may require to cease strenuous activity. Always follow your vet’s guidance.

Your older teacup Yorkie may not exhibit a single sign of slowing down. Age isn’t a disease. If your ten year-old teacup Yorkie races from room to room when you say ‘walk’ and still scuttles eagerly enough through the park sniffing for squirrels, let him go for it.

Dogs have a pretty good sense in general of how much movement they need and how much they can handle. In taking care of a teacup Yorkie that reached old age and has become lazy (because you haven’t kept him on a regular exercise schedule), his instincts should be sharp so you can usually trust them. When it comes to exercise, age alone should have no bearing on how much your aging teacup Yorkie can do.

On the other hand it is easy to assume that if your old teacup Yorkie is slowing down becoming confused, or even occasionally yelping in pain – he’s simply experiencing symptoms on account of old age. If your pet displays any of the following signs or symptoms, contact your vet right away because it isn’t old age if your dog:

Acts confused – This could be a sign of dementia, something dogs can develop just like people. However, it can be treated in canines if detected early on.

Yelps in pain – This could be a sign of arthritis, injury, or any number of maladies.

Loses his appetite or drastically increases his appetite – Appetite changes could signal hypothyroidism, liver disease, kidney disease, depression, or something else.

Suddenly increases his intake of water – Diabetes or kidney disease could be the culprit. Trouble urinating or excessive urination is a related warning sign. Increased water intake can also be a signal of other health problems that your vet can identify.

Quickly gains or loses weight – Weight gain or loss – especially if you can’t trace it directly to food intake – is a warning sign.

Is excessively irritable – If your once placid teacup Yorkie is suddenly growling, nipping, biting, snarling, or baring his teeth – he could be suffering from pain, confusion, dementia, or a combination of ailments.

Each living thing with muscles needs to exercise. Exercise helps keep your Yorkshire Terrier young, strong, and slim. Couch potato Yorkies are more prone to health problems, less able to fight off disease, and generally less healthy than their more athletic counterparts.

How much should your Yorkie Terrier weigh? That depends on his size, muscle mass, and other factors. In general, however, you can tell whether your Yorkshire Terrier is too fat by checking periodically for the following Yorkshire Terrier Health Guide:

Look at your Yorkie Terrier from the side. Do you see a nice tuck where his tummy is, or does his tummy hang down? If it hangs down, he’s too fat. If his belly looks overly bloated, he could have worms, so check with your vet before putting him on a diet.

Look at your Yorkie Terrier from the top. He should look more fit than a round mass of ball. His body should get narrower between the back of the rib cage and the hips. A too-sharp narrowing, however, could signal that your pet is underweight.

Feel your Yorkshire Terrier’s ribs. Can you feel the individual ribs under a thin but slightly padded layer of skin? Just right. If you can’t find any sign of ribs, however, your pet is too fat. Also included in this Yorkshire Terrier health guide is if the ribs are too visible without even touching them, your pet may be too thin.

Exercise is crucial for overweight Yorkshire Terriers. However, if your pet is overweight, don’t start a rigorous exercise program right away. That extra weight puts a strain on all his muscles, and the body. He needs to build up strength before he can do too much, just like an out-of-shape human. Start with slow, short walks and watch for signs of excessive fatigue, such as heavy panting or sitting down and refusing to move.

If you suspect that your Yorkshire Terrier is over- or underweight, also check with your vet to rule out a health problem (such as a digestive issue) and formulate a plan of action.

A new diet, new feeding habits, or simply a decrease in treats and table scraps will probably be the prescription.

The shoulder joint of the Yorkie functions like a ball-and-socket. The head of the humerus (the bone extending from the shoulder to the elbow) is rounded and acts as the ball fitting inside of the socket created by the glenoid fossa at the bottom of the scapula (shoulder blade). A dislocation occurs when the ball is displaced from the socket.

Dislocated shoulders in Yorkie dogs can result from congenital malformations, degenerative changes, or traumatic injuries to the joint. When a dislocation occurs, the ligaments, tendons, and muscles of the joint, as well as the joint capsule which surrounds the joint, are damaged and the shoulder becomes painful.

To Know If Your Yorkie Has Dislocated Shoulders:

1. Perform a physical examination on the injured joint. Observe the Yorkie dog at a walk. Manipulate the injured joint while watching for evidence of pain. Note whether crepitus (grating, popping, or crackling noises or sensations) is present within the joint. Lay him on his side with the injured leg uppermost and palpate the joint for instability.

2. Radiograph the injured joint by taking two views: one medio-lateral (from side to side) and the other cranio-caudal (from front to back). Examine the radiographs for bone injuries such as fractures and to access joint damage.

3. If the radiographs are not diagnostic, perform an arthroscopic examination of the shoulder joint by introducing the arthroscope into the joint through a small incision through the skin, underlying tissue, and joint capsule.

Other Things To Consider:

- Dislocated shoulders in Yorkie dogs will usually make them lame or non-weight-bearing on the injured leg.

- Determine whether there is instability within the shoulder joint by stabilizing the scapula with one hand and attempting to abduct the limb (move the limb away from the body). The ability to abduct the leg more than thirty degrees indicates instability within the joint and supports a diagnosis of a dislocated shoulder.

The stability of the joint in a cranial to caudal (front to back) plane can be evaluated as well by stabilizing the scapula with one hand and attempting to move the head of the humerus frontward and backward. Comparing the injured leg to the normal leg can be helpful in determining whether the joint is unstable.

- A dislocation will usually be easier to see radiographically on the cranio-caudal view of the joint. However, in rare instances, it may be more easily visualized on the medio-lateral view. In some cases, changes within the joint may be too subtle to see well and the radiographs may not be diagnostic.

 The Teacup Yorkie and Commercial Dog Foods

Most dog foods are sold based on marketing, say, how to make a product appealing to owners while meeting the needs of dogs. Some foods are marketed on the basis of their protein content; others based on a ‘special’ ingredient and some are sold on account of not containing certain ingredients (soy, preservatives, etc.)

In taking care of a teacup Yorkie, of course you will want a dog food that specifically meets your dog’s needs, is economical, and causes few if any problems. Most foods come in dry, semi-moist, and canned forms. Some can now be purchased frozen.

The ‘dry’ foods are the most economical, contain the least fat, and the most preservatives. Canned foods are the most expensive (they are seventy-five percent water), normally contain the most fat, and have the least preservatives. Semi-moist foods are expensive, high in sugar content, and many owners d not recommend them for any dogs in general.

As part of taking care of a teacup Yorkie - when you are selecting a commercial diet – make sure the food has been assessed by feeding trials for a specific life stage, not just by nutrient analysis. This statement is normally located not far from the ingredient label. In the U.S., these trials are performed in accordance with American Association of Feed Control Officials. This certification is important because it has been found that dog food presently on the market that provide only chemical analyses and calculated values, but no feeding trial may not provide adequate nutrition.

The feeding trials show that the diets meet minimal, not optimal standards. However, they are the best tests we currently have.

In puppies, soon after they are born, and certainly within the first twenty-four hours – they should start nursing their mother. This provides them with colostrum which is an antibody-rich milk that helps protect them from infection for their first few months of life.

In taking care of teacup Yorkie pups, they should be allowed to nurse for at least six weeks before they are completely weaned from their mother. Supplemental feeding may be started by as early as three weeks. By two months, pups should be fed puppy food. They are now an important growth phase. Nutritional deficiencies and/or imbalances during this time of life are more devastating that at any other time. Also, this is not the time to overfeed pups or give them with ‘performance’ rations.

Food Variety For Yorkie Terriers

Perhaps you’ve heard that you should never switch your pet’s food or if you do – you should do so gradually. Perhaps you’ve also heard that your Yorkie Terrier doesn’t require any food but his own brand of kibble and that he should never be given anything else.

Not everyone agrees with this point of view. Dogs generally don’t eat the same thing every day in the wild. Although some find it hard to believe that the occasional addition of healthy people food – especially meat – because very few brands of kibble contain the proportion of meat nature intended for dogs to eat – will do any Yorkie Terrier harm.

If you overdo the treats, you could encourage obesity; the trick is to keep the calories down and the nutritional density up. As part of the Yorkie Terrier care, avoid giving all the chicken skin or fat trimmings from your steak to your pet. Give him some of the meat instead.

Regarding switching your dog’s food gradually, yes, any change in your Yorkie Terrier care in diet should be done gradually. Dogs with sensitive systems are more likely to react adversely to dietary changes than normal, healthy dogs.

Most breeders and vets don’t recommend canned food over kibble for several reasons. It’s more expensive, it’s less nutritionally dense, and some think it can promote tooth decay. But it does taste better and some picky eaters prefer a spoonful of high-quality canned food mixed in with their kibble. As long as the types of food you give to your Yorkie Terrier are high quality, you’ll be fine.

Lately, a lot of information is being passed around about organic diets, raw-food diets, and frozen prepared raw diets. Holistic pet food is trendy, but a lot of the hype comes from some pretty sensible ideas – namely that rather than chemicals, a Yorkie Terrier’s diet should contain food in a form as close as possible to the things a dog would eat in the wild.

It may be worthwhile, even though no studies have shown this yet.

The problem is, organic food is much more expensive, although people who choose organic foods for themselves and their families are always happy to pay the higher price. Many people worry that raw-food diets – whether they’re homemade or frozen prepared meals that you can buy in pet stores – put dogs at risk of food poisoning.

Veterinarians are deeply divided on this subject, so you should discuss this matter to your vet before you make a decision on this type of diet.

Choosing The Best Commercial Food For Your Yorkie Teacup

If you choose to feed your Yorkie teacup a dry kibble – the easiest option – the number of choices is astounding. Corn-based, meat-based, hypoallergenic, natural, meat meal, fresh meat by-products, no meat, human-grade ingredients – how do you pick?

Your fist job in keeping up with your Yorkie teacup diet is to learn how to read the labels. The following list explains how:

Look for kibble that lists meat or meat meal as the first ingredient, and preferably also as the second and /or third ingredient. Fresh meat and meat meal are both high-quality protein sources.

Meat by-products have protein and also things dogs in the wild may eat (organs, bone, skin, cartilage), but they also may contain ingredients that are not good for your Yorkie teacup. You really don’t know what you’re getting, and many (but not all) vets discourage the use of food with by-products. Talk to your vet if this issue concerns you.

Avoid grain-based foods. Although whole grains in moderation are probably just fine for  your pet’s Yorkie teacup diet, (some people don’t think they are), highly processed grains or foods made mostly with grains may not contain adequate amounts of digestible protein. Some people also believe that grains cause skin allergies in many dogs.

Look for words you understand, like ‘blueberries’,‘salmon oil’, and ‘kelp’. Plenty of chemical names should give you a pause. Although not all chemicals are bad for your Yorkie teacup (and many added vitamins sound like chemicals), it only makes sense that dogs (also people) are designed to eat foods as close to their natural state as possible.

Look for a food that is naturally preserved with vitamins E and C rather than chemical preservatives. The verdict is still out on the effects of chemical preservatives, but naturally preserved food for the Yorkie teacup diet is so widely available that many owners actually purchase them.

If you find a food advertised as being ‘nutritionally complete’, it must include a statement on the label that says it’s appropriate for the maintenance and/or growth stages – both for dogs and puppies. If your food of choice doesn’t say that, it has not passed the test and isn’t meant to be your Yorkie teacup’s complete diet.

Supplements in Yorkie Feeding

Unlike humans, dogs are not easily bored by a satisfactory diet and can eat the same food everyday. However, giving your Yorkie an occasional treat or nutritious snack will do no harm.

Since commercially prepared diets can be lacking in roughage, this aspect of the Yorkie feeding/diet can be improved by giving your Yorkie a daily raw carrot, apple, or crunchy biscuit.

Table scraps can result in a case of loose bowels. Small snacks of fruits, vegetables, and cereals will not upset the intestinal tract and may, in fact, help promote proper digestion. The trick is to get the Yorkie trained to enjoy these snacks while still a puppy.

Aside from nursing mothers, most dogs will be able to fulfill all their dietary needs through commercially prepared dog food and will seldom need vitamin supplements. Problems caused by excessive vitamin supplementation are ore common than ones from vitamin deficiencies from commercially prepared foods.

In Yorkie feeding, it is especially important not to oversupplement the diet of growing Yorkie puppies as there can be serious side effects. A well-balanced diet supported by adequate exercise should be all your Yorkie needs to keep fit and healthy.

Not only is what you feed your Yorkie of utmost importance – you must also form a pattern for where, when, and how you feed your pet. These may seem like lesser concerns, but they help establish a healthy routine. Your Yorkie should be allowed adequate time and space to eat his meal in an out-of-the-way place.

In the bustle of the kitchen at a busy time of the day the dog may be anxious that his food is in danger of being taken away and may develop bad habits in response. One common reaction is to quickly devour the food. Such a habit can lead to digestive problems or a pattern whereby the Yorkie eats too quickly, vomits back the food, and eats it once again.

When to feed your Yorkie depends mostly on the Yorkie’s age. Young puppies will require four to five small meals a day. This can be reduced to three daily meals at approximately four to six months, with a further reduction to two daily meals at approximately nine months of age.

The usual adult Yorkie feeding schedule is either one large meal a day, generally in the late afternoon or at night or two smaller meals daily.

Proper Nutrition for Your Yorkie

Dogs are basically carnivores. Meaning, an all-meat diet is not enough to provide all their nutritional needs. Meat cannot possibly supply your Yorkie all the vitamins and minerals his body requires to grow properly and stay healthy for life.

A Yorkie puppy that is on an all-meat diet may acquire rickets and have teeth that don’t appear properly. Older Yorkies can have a medical condition called paper bones – this means having a high content of phosphorus can result to weak bones that can break easily.

Variety sure comes easy when giving food to your pet. However, many Yorkie owners often make the mistake of giving their Yorkies a little too much of heaven. While delicious homemade treats can be fun and really tasty, giving your Yorkie treats with a bit of everything in it can only make things worse for him in the long run.

Consider your Yorkie’s weight. Though small dogs they are, avoid buying, cooking, or giving them dog treats that are in no terms “healthy”. Consult your veterinarian for a list of special treats if you plan to cook something nice and healthy for your Yorkie.

When giving homemade dog treats for Yorkies, remember that not all concoctions that you make for your pet can be good for their health. Milk added to your Yorkie’s meal can result to diarrhea because dogs lose the ability to digest lactose early in life.

Homemade dog treats for Yorkies with raw eggs is another no-no – egg whites can interfere with nutrient absorption in the body. Fats, on the other hand, can result to loss of vitamin E, and food with small bones (splinters) can be really dangerous.

Your best bet is to buy your Yorkie a good commercial food and stick with it. While homemade treats for Yorkies are all right, always remember to determine all types of foods that are easily digestible to him. There are also dog treats that are commercially made as well, and they usually contain certain important nutrients for both Yorkie puppies and adults. When buying dog treats for your Yorkie, always check the label for the list of nutrients.

Commercially sold dog treats depend on the Yorkie’s life stage, preferences (flavor), tolerance, environment, and activity patterns. In some cases, homemade dog treats for Yorkies are strictly fixed – and they are made for Yorkies that have medical conditions which require special diet and the vet always recommends this. But all in all, treats for Yorkies are otherwise good, and completely balanced for their day-to-day needs.

There is a distinct disadvantage to having dogs on your sofa or bed: hairs that can irritate human skin impregnate the upholstery and sheets, and dirty paw marks soil the clean material.

Additionally, if your yorkie is allowed up on furniture at your home, he will take the same privilege when visiting in another person’s home.

Sharing your bed with a dog can be especially exasperating. Unfortunately, small dogs like Yorkshire terriers don’t believe that a pillow is only a human headrest – for them it makes a perfect bed.

Dogs that burrow know that the warmest spot is under the blanket, and work their way through until they get there. Other dogs try to scrape out and dig out a hollow in sheets to sleep in – a task in which they sometimes succeed.

Snugglers keep close enough to feel your presence, making it hard for you to roll over. Nightwalkers make brief trips to check out that the house is secure from intruders, and often take their shortcuts across you.

Some people don’t want a dog on the furniture at all; others let their pets up on everything. Most people are divided in their feelings, however.

They don’t mind their dogs going up on a certain chair or sofa, but have special items they don’t want their pets to soil.

Some people even have specific parts of a piece of furniture they don’t mind their pets on. For example, the foot of the bed is fine, but the pillow is not.

When correcting your yorkie, you must be absolutely consistent. If something is permitted one day, your yorkie naturally assumes it is all right to do it again. You can’t scold him one day for doing or not doing something, and the next ignore the very same action.

A yorkie that understands what is and is not allowed is happier and more secure.

It doesn’t take long for a bad habit to develop. Therefore, be firm over not allowing him to lie on chairs and beds. These traits might not seem offensive at the outset, but they will eventually.

Don’t let your yorkie do things that you don’t want to continue. If you are not firm and consistent, most dogs are smart enough to take advantage of you.

Start teaching your yorkie to stay away at certain spots in the furniture, and when he does a good job, praise him for doing so.

People are always under the impression that a dog’s teeth take care of themselves and that dogs with bad teeth are unusual. This is wrong. Dogs are prone to gum disease and rotting teeth just like human beings.

Since dogs must use all four legs for locomotion, they use their jaws to carry and hold objects. However, a dog’s jaw has so adapted that it is relatively poor at manipulation. Dogs don’t even chew their food that much; they just break them with their teeth into pieces small enough to swallow.

Therefore, a canine’s teeth are constructed for killing prey and tearing ti apart. The front teeth are for piercing, the back for cutting flesh. Once a Yorkie pup loses his temporary teeth, they are replaced by a single set of forty-two permanent teeth that are typically entirely grown in by the end of the 7th month, most are in by the 5th.

Some toy breeds like Yorkies keep their puppy teeth after their permanent teeth erupt. If this occurs, they should be removed by a veterinarian to prevent premature loss or a faulty bite. In Yorkie Terrier dental care, these dogs develop cavities and perhaps more importantly, form potentially harmful and unsightly tartar buildup which, along with entrapped food particles, can result to bacterial infection.

In turn, this can result to receding gums, loosening and possible loss of otherwise good teeth, and/or foul-smelling breath. The effects of the infection associated with tartar on teeth may stay localized in the gums, but more often, it gets into the bloodstream.

If this occurs, the constant low-grade infection can become a cause of certain kidney and heart diseases. In Yorkie Terrier dental care, dental disease can also cause abscesses and sinusitis in Yorkies, resulting in watery eyes and swelling of the face. Crowded teeth can cause teeth and gum problems, and these dogs should be checked on a regular basis.

Refusal of food, drooling, grinding teeth, pawing, and rubbing at the mouth are all indications of dental disease or gum infections. Check to see that your Yorkie Terrier’s teeth are not becoming covered with tartar deposits. Over a period of months or years, accumulations on and around the teeth can become hard, like cement.

Being sure to avoid cutting the gums, scrape it off, using an orange stick used for manicuring. If there is an excess, a veterinarian should take care of it.

We have a list of ads below from www. hoobly.com about available Yorkies 4 sale in Florida. Disclaimer: teacupyorkiedogs.com will not be responsible for any transactions made by the buyer and the seller. The site’s purpose is to post ads for anyone who is looking for these pups and dogs.

If you are interested in checking out these cute and adorable dogs and puppies, kindly go to www.hoobly.com to register and contact the seller for more details.

1) YORKIES
Oviedo, Florida
Pets & Animals: Dogs & Puppies: Yorkshire Terrier $450 USD(2 available)

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I have 3 yorkies available.. 2 boys and 1 girl. They will be ready to go to a new home on 9/13/2011. I’m taking deposits to hold the puppy of your choice..

If you have any questions please feel free to email me at Email Me Here
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2) Registered Male Yorkie Babies ( CC Accepted )
Sanford, Florida
Pets & Animals: Dogs & Puppies: Yorkie 4 sale $299 USD (1 available)

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Shots / dewormed , health certificate , health guarantee , Free vet visit & puppy food. Please call 407-328-0675 (No emails please ) Located at Rons Pets (Row F) inside the Sanford Flea World (4289 S Orlando Dr, Sanford, FL 32773 ) . Open Every Friday/Saturday/Sunday. (Sorry No Shipping ) ” Ads are edited anywhere from immediately to within a few hours after a puppy has been purchased.

3) Yorkie Pups
Wellborn, Florida
Pets & Animals: Dogs & Puppies: Yorkshire Terrier $425 USD (3 available)

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Loving, healthy, playful Yorkie pups…11 weeks old..1st shots and wormed…2 girls and a boy..ready for their new homes..will be small, not tiny..5 lbs…. CKC REGISTERED..

4) CKC Registered Male Yorkie 8 Weeks
Columbus, Georgia
Pets & Animals: Dogs & Puppies: Yorkshire Terrier
$650 USD (1 available) http://www.hoobly.com/0/0/1794669.html

he is 12 wks as of 8/4/11

shots at 4 weeks(parvo) , 6 and 8 weeks ( 5 way) already , dewormed , very healthy

pee pad trained

mom is 4 lbs , dad is 4 1/2 lbs

call Brenda 706-561-0168

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5) REGISTERED ADULT YORKIES FOR SALE (or Possible Trades): FEMALES (Bred And Pregnant)
Paisley, Florida
Pets & Animals: Dogs & Puppies: Yorkshire Terrier $1,250 USD (10 available)

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i am selling most of our yorkies… this was my daughters thing and she is now deployed in the army and can not continue breeding her babies…

there are all sizes and colors… all are free whelpers… almost all are carriers to exotic colors (parti, blonde, gold, chocolate)…

all are great girls and very lovable… crate trained and used to coming in the house… some may have an accident until they are comfortable in new home…

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please feel free to call me anytime for more info… thank you, tammy 386) 527-5556

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The problem in deaths of Yorkie puppies is, ‘survival of the fittest’ doesn’t always mean that those puppies that survive will be the most fit, the strongest or the best ones.

Keep in mind that there are as many different ways of raising Yorkie puppies as well as a Yorkie puppy death – and there are breeders. Much of puppy rearing is intuitive and automatic and with each and every litter comes the added experience of knowing when things are right and when they are not.

For instance, an owner can spot a puppy in distress just by looking in the box and usually upon picking the puppy up, he can immediately confirm this by the ‘feel’ of the Yorkie puppy. This is something that only comes with experience. A person can read about puppies and whelping all they want, but the true test comes from actual experience and/or the learning from others.

Over the years, many Yorkie owners have picked up helpful tips based on successes and failures of their own; that of close friends; and sage advice from wise breeders before them. A Yorkie puppy death during birth or even at three months of age does happen, and it is wise to care for the puppy the best you can.

Things needed during whelping: Lots of towels (big ones and smaller lightweight hand towels), a small warming box (see below), a heating pad and/or heat lamp, a baby scale, baby ear syringe, pad of paper and pencil (for keeping track of birth times and weights), clean scissors (dull and sharp), surgical gloves, alcohol, iodine (or Betadine), Vaseline, dental floss, newspapers, bedding, a big garbage bag, a wall thermometer (to keep in whelping box for reading box temperature), a flashlight, syringes, Calsorb, Oxytocin, lots of reading material and/or a TV, and a huge amount of patience.

When whelping starts, keep a small box handy, with a heating pad set on low, with several layers of towels. When Yorkie puppies are being whelped, nothing is more confusing than to have pups roaming around the whelping box while the dam is having contractions and trying to expel a puppy. Some owners let the newborn puppies nurse, but as soon as new contractions start, they put the pups already born in this separate box. When the new pup is born, they put the pups back with the dam to nurse, since nursing stimulates contractions.

Most of the time, owners have no need for any of the above items, but as soon as they don’t have them on hand, the need arises. You, as the owner, would rather be prepared especially since most emergencies almost always occur in the middle of the night.

The Yorkie’s long hair can grow to the floor or even longer, and if you choose to let your pet’s hair grow, then at some point you will need to pull his brow hair – the hair above his eyes – away from the face so that he will be able to see.

Most people use a simple ponytail for this, but when a dog is particularly dressed up or if you are going to show your Yorkie, you may prefer to use a Yorkie topknot. These generally do not remain in for more than three or four hours at a time, but they are definitely a fancier look for your little dog.

Things You’ll Need on Making A Yorkie Topknot: Mousse, brush, ouchless rubber bands, hair spray, hair clip, ribbon or bow.

Instructions:

1) Start with clean hair. Make sure that your Yorkie’s hair has been recently washed. Top knots will just get matted and ugly if you try to make them with dirty hair. Also, they will not puff as you want them to, but instead will stick together in small, sticky bunches.

2) Brush the brow hair thoroughly. There should be no tangles in the hair at all. It should appear shiny, glossy and completely smooth.

3) Pull all of the long facial fair back, starting at the corners of the eyes and moving upward. You will have a fairly thick skein of hair in your hands by the time you have gotten it all gathered together.

4) Work the mousse through the hair. Squirt a little in your palm and then use your fingers to ease it through the hair. Go light, as too much product will make the hair dull and heavy. Some groomers actually put mousse in the hair the night before or several hours ahead of time because they feel it makes the hair easier to work with. Others wait until they are ready to actually make the top knot to work the mousse into the hair.

5) Put the elastic in the hair as if you were creating a ponytail, but stop before you have pulled the “tail” all the way through the elastic band. The more you leave doubled up in the band, the bigger the pouf will be. However, it will also be harder to manage. This doubled up part will make a puffy knot of hair on top of your dog’s head.

The first few times you attempt this, you may have to try several times to get the hair to sit on top of the head. The mousse will help hold it in place, but you will also have to work with your dog’s particular head shape to get the top knot positioned in a place where it will not flop over.

6) Spray the knot to hold it in place. Cover your Yorkie’s eyes and also her nose, to prevent him from breathing the hairspray. Do not use too much.

7) Comb the rest of the pony tail into the fur on your dog’s neck and back. Blend it into the long hair that falls down on the sides.

Finish off with a hair clip or other decoration. Most people put in a small clip or hair bow. Your princess or prince is now ready for a night out on the town.

Listed below is a list of pet supply staples. These items are pretty much non-negotiable. Your baby Yorkie needs them. You can spend a little or a lot on, say, food. You can even buy most of the supplies at garage sales or borrow them from friends who no longer have dogs.

But still, you need to find the following items, one way or another.

Food. Buy as good a food as you can afford.

Leash/lead. Yorkies must be kept on a leash when near traffic or in an unenclosed area. Keep your baby Yorkie angel safe! You don’t need to spend a lot. Four-foot lengths are good for new puppies. When your baby Yorkie gets older, a six-foot length is perfect. Leather or nylon would work well.

Identification tags. You probably already know that your baby Yorkie angel shouldn’t go wandering around the neighborhood, but just in case your little rascal digs out of your backyard or dashes through an open door and gets away from you an identification tag can drasticallytt improve your baby Yorkie’s chances for a safe return home.

Food and water bowls. Any style bowl will do as long as it is unbreakable and heavy enough so that your baby Yorkie angel doesn’t keep knocking it over when he tries to eat. Weighted bowls, ceramic bowls, and metal bowls are good choices. Avoid plastic bowls which can harbor bacteria and even lead to skin infections.

Shampoo. Even if you don’t use it very often, you should have shampoo on hand for those times when you need it. Use a shampoo made for pets, not for people. People shampoo is harsh and can irritate your baby Yorkie’s skin and eyes.

Toothbrush and toothpaste. It may seem silly to you, but brushing your baby Yorkie’s teeth is essential for his good health. Brushing keeps tartar buildup at bay. Tooth decay and bacteria in your dog’s mouth can lead to heart disease and other serious health problems – especially as your Yorkie ages.

Nail clippers. A dog with long nails risks a foot injury. Long nails on hard surfaces spread the footpads too far apart. They also make walking difficult. Keep your baby Yorkie angel’s nails nicely trimmed with a pair of clippers.

Brush and comb. Your baby Yorkie angel’s specific grooming needs include a good natural bristle brush and a steel comb and both of them will surely help your pet’s coat stay healthy and shiny.

The foods in the following list won’t necessarily harm your Yorkshire Terrier pet, but many dogs in general have developed serious illnesses after eating these seemingly harmless people foods. Why take a chance? Many suggest that you never, ever feed your Yorkshire terrier any of these 10 foods.

If you believe your pet has ingested any of them, call your veterinarian immediately.

Chocolate. Both the theobromine and caffeine in chocolate can be very harmful to dogs. Baker’s chocolate is the worst, but even milk chocolate can make a dog sick.

Grapes and raisins. These ‘treats’can cause kidney failure in some dogs – Yorkshire Terriers included – especially if they eat a lot of them. For a small dog like your Yorkie, even a few could cause toxicity.

Macadamia Nuts – As part of the 10 facts about Yorkshire Terrier feeding, Macadamia nuts are yummy but can be very toxic for dogs, causing vomiting, pain, and neurological symptoms.

Onions or garlic – Frequent ingestion of onions can cause severe anemia and even death. Small amounts can cause gastrointestinal distress, because Yorkshire terriers can’t ingest onions very well. Another part of the 10 facts about Yorkshire Terrier feeding guide is that onions may even be dangerous that garlic, perhaps because foods often contain more onions than garlic.

In fact, many natural pet foods, treats, and homemade dog food recipes contain a little garlic. Some people believe garlic can help ward off fleas. However, neither onions nor garlic should be a daily part of your Yorkshire Terrier’s diet.

Coffee and tea – Don’t let your Yorkie Terrier help you drink your coffee, no matter how cute that may be. The caffeine and other acids in coffee are very unhealthy for him. The same goes for your tea; plus dogs that eat coffee beans or coffee grounds can get very ill.

Alcoholic beverages – The same goes for your beer, wine, or martinis.

High-fat foods – Yorkshire Terriers don’t ingest high-fat foods very well, and too many fatty foods can cause pancreatitis – especially in smaller dogs. Also, foods and process ones that are high in fat are dangerous because of the high sodium, and nitrate content.

Xylitol – This artificial sweetener which you find in many sugar-free foods (like sugar-free gum) is very toxic for Yorkshire Terriers. If your pet accidentally ingests something with Xylitol, call your veterinarian at once.

Avocado – Some pet foods contain avocado, but experts – including those at the Animal Poison Control Center – say that avocado is extremely toxic to some animals and its effects are not fully understood in dogs and cats. Avoid avocado just to be safe.
Milk and cheese – Some dogs can eat small amounts of dairy products without a problem, but many can suffer from intestinal distress from dairy products. Avoid the high-fat, hard cheeses .