It has long been known that protein-rich foods are desirable for the yorkie.
Foods containing incomplete proteins should be mixed with others which, although they too may be incomplete in themselves will supply the mixture with adequate amounts of the essential amino acids.
Foods from other sources – such as meat, fish, eggs, and milk – supply proteins of high nutritive value, both from the standpoint of digestibility and amino acid content. Gelatin is an exception to that statement, since...
Read More
All proprietary brands of dog food contain the correct balance of nutrients or give advice on what, if anything, should be added to ensure that the food is nutritionally balanced.
Labels and packaging often also include guidelines on the amount of food required by different sized dogs. However, these are inevitable approximate and only you can judge the proper quantities for your yorkie.
Always read the manufacturer’s instructions on the packaging. Not all foods are ‘complete diets; some...
Read More
Miniature breeds such as Yorkshire terriers have very tiny stomachs and it may be better to feed them twice rather than once a day.
Many yorkie owners of this breed feed them in this way throughout the dog’s life. In any case, it is usually advisable when they are still young adults only just out of puppyhood.
There are, however, different types of dog food for your yorkie:
Canned Food
This is probably the best known and most popular form of dog food, and is available in a vast range of...
Read More
Yorkies are cuddly and cute breed of dogs. When planning to purchase one, you must consider healthy and physically fit dogs. Some owners want their yorkies small while others look for big ones. Having a yorkie puppy weight chart will come in handy when buying a Yorkshire terrier in order to understand the weight of your pet when they are fully grown.
There are three varieties of yorkie puppies depending on their weight. Teacup yorkies are those that weight from 2.5 to 3.5 ounces. Tiny toy sizes...
Read More
Teacup dog puppies love food, but it should also include a balanced mixer meal to ensure an adequate intake of vitamins and minerals for them.Many owners cook poultry or meat for their dogs once or twice a week and rely on the more convenient and scientifically formulated prepared dog foods for the rest of the time.
Most teacup dog puppies love raw meat, but it is best to keep beef or lamb, poultry, pork and fish need cooking to destroy any harmful bacteria. Fish, poultry and chop bones are...
Read More
