Personality

Does your Yorkie have a strange bedtime ritual? Maybe it spins around a few times in bed before getting comfortable? Or perhaps it digs and scratches at its bed before it lies down? Many Yorkshire terriers do both. First of all, this is nothing to worry about. Your dog is perfectly normal. But we do understand that it could be a problem. You spent good money on a … [Read more...] about Why Do Yorkies Dig In Bed? (And What You Can Do About It)

It's a shame. The Biewer Terrier is an adorable little dog, but it is still relatively unknown in the US. In fact, it was only recognized by the American Kennel Club as a distinct breed in 2021. But what is with the two names? Is the Biewer Terrier the same thing as a Biewer Yorkie? And how do they differ from the Yorkshire terrier? We'll answer both of those … [Read more...] about What Is A Biewer Yorkie? (Everything You Need To Know)

Do you love your dog? Of course you do! And you show your pup how much you love it any chance you get. There's no mystery about how you feel. But does your pup return those feelings? Are Yorkies affectionate? And if so, how do Yorkies show affection to us? There are actually a number of different ways Yorkshire terriers demonstrate their love. Keep reading to … [Read more...] about How Do Yorkies Show Affection? (15 Ways Yorkies Are Affectionate)

What do you think of when you hear the term "service dog?" Probably a Labrador, a Golden Retriever, a German Shepherd, or some similar breed. I doubt the image of a tiny Yorkie pops into your mind. There is an obvious reason for that. Service dogs sometimes need to perform tasks that require size and strength. A Yorkshire terrier simply can not pull that … [Read more...] about Can A Yorkie Be A Service Dog? (It Depends On This)

Yorkies are small dogs with big personalities. Despite their tiny size, they have a reputation for being aggressive. While only some yorkies are, the breed as a whole is definitely a bit more aggressive than most other breeds. But how far does that aggression go? Can a yorkie kill a human, or are they simply too small? Keep reading to learn if yorkies can kill … [Read more...] about Can A Yorkie Kill A Human? (You’ll Want To Read This)

Cats aren't the only ones to catch rats. Dogs do it too. In fact, the yorkie was originally bred to hunt rats. They no longer have that job these days. But they do still have that instinct. It is very possible your pup might catch and kill a rat on one of your nature walks. If that happens, are there any diseases your yorkie can catch from the rat? There most definitely … [Read more...] about Diseases Yorkies Can Catch From Rats (Protecting Your Pup)

Yorkshire Terriers are a hugely popular breed. What makes them so popular? It's actually not one single thing. Yorkies have a number of very attractive characteristics that make them one of the most popular dog breeds period. What are yorkies known for more than anything else? Honestly, it's not just one single thing. Keep reading for a list of the main things … [Read more...] about What Are Yorkies Known For? (Some Big Surprises Here)

I just can't help myself. Whenever I see my cute little yorkie, I just want to hold him and cuddle him. Whenever I see any yorkie, I want to pick it up and hold it tight. How could you not? But should you? Obviously you shouldn't just pick up someone else's dog, but how about your own? Do yorkies like to be held or is it better to fight your instinct to cuddle … [Read more...] about Do Yorkies Like To Be Held? (+How To Pick Up Correctly)

You've probably see your yorkie sleep in all kinds of bizarre positions. On its side, curled up, on its back and a bunch of positions I can't even begin to describe. Personally, I love seeing some of the insane poses my pup gets himself into at times. They make for great photos, too! But today we're going to focus on the most common yorkie sleeping positions, not … [Read more...] about Yorkie Sleeping Positions (And What They Mean)

What a life! Sleep all the time and wake up only to eat and play. Sometimes I wish I was a yorkie. But is it really as it seems? Do yorkies sleep a lot for real, or does it just appear that way, because they sleep often? Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about yorkie sleep habits, including how much they sleep on average and what changes to expect … [Read more...] about Do Yorkies Sleep A Lot? (When You Need To Worry)