Raising

Having a pregnant Yorkie means you will soon have a house full of adorable pups. But before you get there, you have to get your Yorkie mom through labor. It is a difficult and stressful time for her and for you. Luckily, dogs do not generally spend as much time in labor as humans do. But it isn't over quickly either. Most Yorkshire terriers give birth to several … [Read more...] about How Long Is A Yorkie In Labor? (Plus Other Vital Info)

Some people feed their Yorkies whatever they have lying around. Or worse, whatever their dogs want. Don't do this. There are a lot of foods that seem healthy, but that are bad for dogs. This includes foods dogs love to eat. The list of foods Yorkies can eat is long. But so is the list of foods they should not eat. In fact, that one is longer. Keep reading to … [Read more...] about Foods Yorkies Can Eat (Read Before You Feed!)

I am lucky. My sister and brother both suffer from allergies, but I was spared this curse. It has always been a problem for them, because we all love animals and had both cats and dogs growing up. My parents tried to find a hypoallergenic breed and obviously stumbled on the Yorkshire Terrier. They have a reputation for being hypoallergenic. But this is not … [Read more...] about Can You Be Allergic To Yorkies? (Misinformation Is Rampant)

Teething is not a fun process for a young puppy. But it is one every dog must go through. It can bring pain and discomfort. And a brand new set of adult teeth. As a dog owner, there are a few things you can do to help your puppy through this difficult period. You can help reduce the pain and discomfort. And that's something we all want, isn't it? So when do … [Read more...] about When Do Yorkies Lose Their Baby Teeth? (And How To Help)

Your Yorkie will want to eat just about anything. It is up to you to ensure it does not eat anything harmful. But that is not always so easy. Plenty of foods that seem healthy can actually cause serious harm to dogs. And the amount is also important. Healthy foods in small amounts can become unhealthy in larger amounts. So what food should you avoid feeding to … [Read more...] about What Not To Feed Yorkies (Some Big Surprises Here)

Yorkies love to jump. It is a natural instinct embedded in their genes. But it is also a problem. And I don't mean just the problem of your Yorkie jumping up on strangers. Jumping can actually be dangerous to your Yorkie's health. They can jump quite high and the impact from the landing could damage their tiny joints and bones. Keep reading to learn just how … [Read more...] about How High Can Yorkies Jump? (It’s Impressive!)

Yorkies can be feisty. They can have a natural aggression and stubbornness that belies their tiny size. If they were a larger breed, we would certainly consider them dangerous. But are Yorkies dangerous despite their small stature? Can they harm us, or even kill us? While they have the potential to hurt or kill an infant, they do not have the ability to cause … [Read more...] about Are Yorkies Dangerous? (The Answer May Surprise You)

Few things are cuter than a newborn Yorkie. Few things are as helpless, too. Newborn puppies can't see, can't hear and can't walk. They are completely reliant on their mother, even for something as basic as regulating their body heat. How long does it take for puppies to develop enough that they can begin to do things for themselves. When do Yorkie puppies start … [Read more...] about When Do Yorkie Puppies Start Walking?