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Yorkshire Terrier puppy for sale 1 (w-8439) $5,000.00 male (103-638-327) super pocket/tcup  THIS IS BY FAR THE CUTEST - PRETTIEST - OUT OF CONTROL GORGEOUS YORKIE THAT GILDA HAS EVER SEEN IN 10 YEARS.... outrageously gorgeous puppy.  - born 4/21/08 - THIS LITTLE MAN HAS REALLY NICE SHARP COLOR. HE'S GOT A GREAT, SMALL BODY WITH A NICE FULL SHINY COAT. APR ******** IT IS REALLY HARD TO DESCRIBE THE BEAUTY OF THIS PUPPY.   HE IS JUST A DARK BEAUTY WITH GOLD OUTLINE.   THE FACE IS JUST AMAZING- LITTLE EARS AND LITTLE FACE.  A PERFECT- PERFECT YORKIE.	PUPPY SHOULD STAY UNDER 2 LBS.    WE ESTIMATE   1 1/2 LBS. AS AN ADULT.. EXTREME............. Yorkshire Terrier  2 (w-8301) ASHLEY (015-809-848) female $6,500.00- born 3/24/08 -  WOW!!!  This little girl is amazing TINY TINY- super pocket size-     with a baby doll face and fantast
Yorkshire Terrier 3 (w-8388) ELLA $5,000.00 female (104-531-107) pocketbook - born 4/9/08 - this little girl has an adorable little face and a very nice disposition.APR (P611)	\ Yorkshire Terrier 4 (w-8387) ETHAN $2,000.00 male (104-302-380) tiny toy - born 3/18/08 - THIS IS A VERY NICE LIL BOY WITH BABY FACE & GOOD HAIR COAT. HE LOVES TO ROMP AND PLAY AND WOULD MAKE A NICE ADDITION TO YOUR FAMILY! HE HAS A GREAT PERSONALITY AND LOVES PEOPLE AND KIDS!! APR (p611)
YORKSHIRE TERRIER 5 MACIE $5,500.00  (w-8443) FEMALE (103-620-373) pocketbook/teacup - BORN 4/23/08 - TINY TINY TINY Teacup AKC Registered Black and Tan Female Yorkie... She is such a doll! Ears up and tiny! TINY TINY BABY.	Yorkshire TERRIER 6 $3,000.00 VICTORIA (W-8436) female (020-610-842) teacup - born 4/25/08 - Very sweet and tiny little girl with a fantastic face and soft, full coat. ACA
YORKSHIRE TERRIER 7 BEN $3,000.00 (W-8485) male pocketbook (020-537-826) - born 5/4/08 - This is a super, teensy little Yorkie male and very active and friendly. He is extremely small and has a gorgeous face!!! aca (P72)	Yorkshire Terrier 8   CUTIE    male  (324)  (103-613-562)  $2,000.00   tiny toy with an amazing face.   really cute puppy   (628)  //////////////////////
Yorkshire Terrier / Yorkie puppy For Sale 9     MADELINE  (w8337)  female   $2,000.00   Tiny Tiny toy   (018-616-597)  dob  3-31-09   she is really small and very cute .   loves to give kisses.      United   (p63	Yorkshire Terrier 10 (w8309)  BREANNE  $950.00 female tiny toy - born 3/30/08 - (018-602-056)   THIS IS A VERY NICE FEMALE. SHE LIKES TO CUDDLE AND LIKES TO GIVE KISSES.  (529)
YORKSHIRE TERRIER 11  CHRISTOPHER   male (328)  (103-772-112)   $2,000.00 REALLY CUTE TINY TOY WITH A SUPER CUTE FACE.  HE DEFINITELY HAS THE "PUPPY EYES"   (628) /////////////////////	Yorkshire Terrier 12   RALPHIE  male    $1,250.00  (325)  (103-772-112) super cute tiny toy baby with a baby doll face.   (628)  ///////////////
YORKSHIRE TERRIER 13 HANNAH female  tiny toy  (W8353)  $1,850.00   - born 3/17/08  (016-055-302)  - has really thick hair and a sweet personality.  UNITED  CHAMPION PEDIGREE (p64)	Yorkshire Terrier 14 w-8397) ANGELO  male $1,550.00 teacup/tiny toy (015-829-345) - born 3/8/08 - Adorable little fella with the cutest face and a nice black and tan hair coat. APR (p611)
Yorkshire Terrier 15(w-8433) $1,550.00  male (093-322-839) tiny toy - born 4/21/08 - Thick hair coat HE IS A BEAUTIFUL LITTLE BOY. SURE TO WIN EVERYONE'S HEART. LOVES TO CUDDLE. (628)	Yorkshire Terrier 16  BABY DOLL   male   (093-340-793)   $2,000.00   tiny toy with a super cute tiny face - This puppy's ears are almost up - he is a tru cutie.  (628)
NATASHA female 17 (7933)  (014-832-539)   $950.00  tiny toy pup  - this puppy has an adorable little face. Ears are going up  up (515)	Yorkshire Terrier 18 ANGIE (w-8274) $850.00 female (018-604-013) tiny toy - born 3/22/08 - This little girl is very sweet and loves attention. (p521)
Yorkshire Terrier/ Yorkie puppy For Sale  19 BELLA   female (w-8134)  (015-842-001) $1,250.00 - born 2/16/08 - really cute tiny puppy with a baby doll face.  This puppy loves to give kisses. (p424)	Yorkshire Terrier puppy for sale 20  MAGGIE    $2,500.00  (w-8379)  FEMALE (021-071-283)  DOB 4-9-08  Adorable little female- puppy is very tiny-  tiny tiny toy as an adult.   She has an adorable baby doll face and her ears are going up.  united (611)
Yorkshire Terrier 21 (9730) ARIAL  $850.00 female toy - born 3/30/08 -(018-619-573)  This is a cute little girl with adorable features and she loves people. (529)	Yorkshire Terrier 22 DANICA (w-8292) $1,250.00  female (018-612-037) tiny toy - born 3/23/08 - This little girls ears are already up. She's tiny with thick hair.
Yorkshire Terrier 23   TIMMY  male (w-8442) $1,350.00    (103-613-874) tiny toy -  - Thick hair coat HE IS A BEAUTIFUL LITTLE BOY. SURE TO WIN EVERYONE'S HEART. LOVES TO CUDDLE.  628	Yorkshire Terrier puppy for sale 24    PRINCESS BABY(014-827-553)  female  pocket size..  $3,500.00  extremely small teacup/pocket size puppy with an amazing face.   She is a perfect little princess and that's how we chose her name.   (W-8481)  dob 5-2-08   united  (P72)
Yorkshire Terrier 25 PORTER $2,500.00 (w-8451) male (49401D7D5B) tiny toy - born 5/5/08 - A cute little guy with an adorable face and nice coat. apr (p72)	Yorkshire TERRIER  26  Peanut   $3,000.00  ( 014-836-857)   TEACUP -   as of 6-26  puppy is only 1.4 oz.   Extremely cute and very small.  TEACUP (w-8480)  dob 5-2-08   united  (this little male is going to very a very small teacup-  Look at the perfect little face.  Very special dog.) APR
Yorkshire Terrier 27 (w-8448) $2,500.00 female (021-015-335) teacup - born 5/3/08 -This is a beautiful little female. Her ears are almost up all the way. She has a great personality and enjoys attention. APR (p72)	Yorkshire TERRIER 28   DENNIS $5,000.00 pocketbook (021-047-791)  male  (w-8469)   dob  4-22--08    DENNIS  IS 9 WEEKS OLD AND WEIGHS IN AT 1.3 POUNDS. HIS DAD IS AKC CHAMPION SIRED WITH 25 CHAMPIONS IN HIS PEDIGREE, HE WEIGHS 5 POUNDS. MOM IS ACA REG- WEIGHING IN AT 5 POUNDS. HE IS VERY LOVING, ESPECIALLY WITH KIDS. SHOW HOME  (united) (p72)
Yorkshire Terrier 29 (w-8449) SIENNA $2,000.00 tiny toy  (021-050-306) - born 5/3/08 - An adorable little baby with lots of animation in her face. She is a sweetie you just want to hug forever. APR (p72)	Yorkshire TERRIER 30  RICKY male (105-881-284)  teacup  $2,500.00  (w-8468)   dob  4-24-08 really cute puppy with an adorable face. Extremely small teacup/ pocket puppy with an amazinng gorgeous face.   AKC    LITTLE M HAS CHAMPION BLOODLINES, AND WEIGHS 1.1 POUNDS. HE HAS A VERY THICK COAT, WITH A BABY-DOLL FACE. HE IS SMALL ON SIZE, BUT BIG ON HEART. AKC (p72)
Yorkshire Terrrier 31 BENNA (w-8453)  $1,500.00 female (4968223A05)  tiny toy - born 5/5/08 - She's as sweet as she can be with a face that will make you fall right in love with her.APR (p72)	Yorkshire TERRIER 32    DENNIS $5,000.00  POCKET SIZE/TEACUP   male  (7210)   dob  4-22--08    DENNIS  IS 9 WEEKS OLD AND WEIGHS IN AT 1.3 POUNDS. HIS DAD IS AKC CHAMPION SIRED WITH 25 CHAMPIONS IN HIS PEDIGREE, HE WEIGHS 5 POUNDS. MOM IS ACA REG- WEIGHING IN AT 5 POUNDS. HE IS VERY LOVING, ESPECIALLY WITH KIDS. SHOW HOME  (united)

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   A Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie , Yorkie puppies is a wonderful, affectionate, loving companion that provides individuals or families with many years of joy. It is an owner's responsibility to provide their Yorkie with love and everything it needs, including proper grooming and to manage the Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie puppy, Yorkie puppy's coat and keep it healthy and looking its best. Yorkies have no undercoat so are a 'single' coated breed with hair that is very much like humans. Their beautiful coat is a silky texture, fine, glossy, perfectly straight and moderately long. The coat color is usually black and tan, black and gold, blue and tan, and blue and gold. They do not shed so a Yorkie is great for anyone that dislikes finding dog hair on their possessions or has allergies.

A Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie puppy, Yorkie puppy's hair requires occasional clipping as it continuously grows and can become very long. Yorkies require regular daily combing and brushing to prevent their hair from becoming matted and to keep the dog looking its best. The best type of brush to use on your Yorkie is a pin brush, which reaches through their hair easily and has a soft rubber back. It is best to avoid nylon bristle brushes, natural bristle brushes, or ones that have a small ball on each pins end. These usually pull the dog's fur making it uncomfortable for the puppy and often end up breaking the hair. Always mist your dog's hair with conditioner and water before brushing as you should not brush their hair when it is completely dry.

It is important to purchase a good quality, long teeth metal comb with no rough spots or edges, which could scratch or injury your Yorkies skin or damage their coat. After giving your dog a thorough brushing, finish the grooming session by using the long teeth metal comb on its coat. Even when you give your dog a thorough brushing, it is surprising how many tangles or knots you miss. A thorough combing helps you find the mats and remove them immediately. If left in your Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie puppy, Yorkie puppy coat, they not only tighten but also cause the dog pain when trying to remove them.

Depending on how dirty your Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie puppy, Yorkie puppies gets,

Preparing your Yorkie puppy for a Dog Show:

Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie puppy, Yorkie puppies have a beautiful, long, luxurious, shiny coat and a tied up topknot with a bow, which keeps the hair out of their eyes. Before you start preparing your Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie puppy, Yorkie puppies for show be sure to have all the necessary supplies on hand before you start, such as shampoo, conditioner, scissors, clippers, nail clippers, a pin brush, metal comb, and towels. It is not only annoying but also time consuming to run back and forth for the needed items.

Before you bathe your Yorkie, you need to check his coat for mats and snarls using your fingers to pull any apart you find. Use a pin brush and then a metal comb to remove the mats completely. Snarls and mats not only look unattractive but also actually hurt your Yorkie if left for any length of time. If you find many, start grooming your dog more often and more thoroughly.

Check your Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie puppy, Yorkie puppies ear channel for any sign of infection. Use a plucking powder to remove any ear channel hair with your fingers. Inside the ear leathers, clip the excess hair approximately a third of the way down, the same off the back in a V shape and along the outside edge. Trim the hair from between the pads on their feet level with the footpads.

Many Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie puppy, Yorkie puppies suffer from premature tooth loss due to excessive tartar so brush their teeth thoroughly before a bath. There are several good teeth cleaning products available for Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie puppy, Yorkie puppies on the market.

Trim your Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie puppy, Yorkie puppies nails before each bath removing just the tips, being very careful not to remove too much causing bleeding. Always have Quick Stop available in case you accidentally cut off too much. A dog nail file will smooth out any rough edges.

Bathe your Yorkie using a good quality shampoo and never scrub or rub in a circle but just run your fingers through the dogs' hair. Be sure to rinse your dog until you remove all traces of shampoo on their coat and skin and then rinse again. Use a light conditioner after his bath or mist it on when you dry your Yorkie. Dry your dog by wrapping him in a towel but do not rub. For long coats, begin brushing at the ends when your Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie puppy, Yorkie puppies coat is just damp after standing in front of your dog dryer, to prevent breaking. Do this in sections so you do not miss an area. Use scissors to clip about half an inch around the anal area. Trim the feet by rounding it following their feet's natural outline.

The fun part of preparing your Yorkshire terrier, Yorkie puppy, Yorkie puppies for show is putting a top knot on their head with a pretty bow. Add a little doggie cologne and you now have a Yorkie that looks like a winner both in and outside the show ring.    www.nextdaypets.com

Dogs and cats are the two most popular pets in the USA. When it comes to Yorkshire Terriers, Yorkie Puppies, and other dogs, there are many weird, interesting, and little known facts and dog trivia.   Here are sSome other weird facts about the lovable Yorkie:

Did you know that according to the Guinness Book of World Records, a very tiny Yorkshire terrier named Sylvia in Blackburn, England holds the current record for the smallest dog in recorded history. When fully-grown, this Yorkie was only two and a half inches tall at the shoulder, three and a quarter inches long, and weighed four ounces. It died in 1945 at age two.

Did you know that it was during the late Victorian era when Yorkshire Terriers, Yorkie Puppies, became fashionable pets. They have since been in the top toy and small dog breeds in all the major kennel clubs around the world as a popular dog.

Did you know that according to registration statistics from the American Kennel Club, in popularity ten years ago, there were no toy breeds but today three of them rank in the top-ten popularity. One of the three is the Yorkshire terrier (Yorkie Puppy).

Did you know that some films that Yorkies, Yorkshire Terriers  appeared in include Funny Face, A Fish Called Wanda, Meet the Fockers, Daltry Colhoun, and Urban Legend.

Did you know that it is a myth that Yorkshire Terriers (Yorkies),  and other dogs are color blind. They do not see color as vividly as you do but do see in color.

Did you know that smaller breeds of dog such as the Yorkshire Terriers ( Yorkie puppy)  mature faster that the larger dog breeds and all dogs have identical anatomy with 42 permanent teeth and 321 bones.

Did you know that during the first couple of weeks, Yorkie puppies sleep approximately 90 percent of the time.

Did you know that a twelve-pound Yorkie, Yorkshire Terriers saved an elderly woman by fighting off an Akita weighing eighty pounds. The Yorkshire terrier survived and only required nine stitches.

Did you know all Yorkshire terrier puppies (yorkies) are born without teeth but have twenty-eight by four to eight weeks of age, so they can eat solid food. They lose these between four to seven months of age, replaced by their forty-two permanent teeth.

Did you know that over twelve thousand years ago, dogs first became domesticated and they have worn collars since the Egyptian times. Many Yorkies now sport designer collars and even designer clothing, and there is a whole line of fashion clothing and jewelry designed with Yorkies and other breeds in mind.

Did you know that unlike humans, you find Yorkies and other dogs sweat glands between their paw pads.

There are many other unique and interesting facts about Yorkies, just ask anyone that has owned one and they can give you lots more information on this wonderful breed of dog.

Basic Commands and Yorkie Obedience, Ways to show your Yorkie puppy basic commands.   Obedience training tips for your puppy.

It is important to teach your Yorkie puppy and young dog some basic commands that are used in obedience training or just to have a well-behaved dog no matter where you may choose to take your dog. These commands are simple and are not difficult for most puppies and dogs to learn provided they are given lots of practice and time to learn. Remember that each dog, regardless of breed characteristics, is an individual. Each dog or Yorkie puppy will learn some things more quickly than others, and some dogs, regardless of what the breed is known for, may just not have the characteristic or ability. Keeping this in mind will help owners from being frustrated with their Yorkie puppy or dog. Look for the things that your dog is good at or excels at and don't expect them to learn every other trick that you have seen a dog of their breed do.

Some of the basic commands are the easiest to teach as they tend to be naturally occurring behaviors in puppies and dogs. The "come" command is one of the first commands to teach and most puppies are naturals at learning this basic command. As they get older they may choose not to respond to "come" when they are out exploring, playing or busy doing something they like, but they still understand the concept. If your Yorkie puppy or dog does not come on command, go back and re-teach this using NILF training or any other method until the dog or Yorkie puppy is responding 100% of the time. Once this is under control you are prepared to move forward.

Sit

There are several different ways to teach your Yorkie puppy or dog to sit. The first and most natural way is to simply watch for the Yorkie puppy or dog to sit without being commanded. If you are using a clicker give a click and a reward, if you are not using the clicker method simply say "sit" and give the reward. The Yorkie puppy won't catch on as to why they are being rewarded for taking a break, but they will figure it out with repetition. Once the Yorkie puppy seems to look at you for a reward when he or she sits, start giving the command and looking for the desired response. Reward as soon as the bottom touches the ground in the sitting posture.

If the Yorkie puppy doesn't seem to understand the verbal cue you can use their own natural instincts to help them remember. Have a very tiny treat in your fingers, something that the Yorkie puppy knows and loves like a healthy dog treat cut into small pieces. Hold this time just above the tip of the puppies nose and slide it back towards the top of their head, saying the word "sit". As the Yorkie puppy leans back with its nose to follow the treat, his or her hind end will automatically go down, give the treat as soon as the Yorkie puppy's rump is in the ground. If the Yorkie puppy jumps up you are moving the treat too slowly or your hand is too high above their head.

Never, ever, ever, push down on a Yorkie puppy or dog's hips to make them sit. This can cause serious problems with the hips on some breeds and can also cause the Yorkie puppy to snap if it is painful.

Stay

Once the Yorkie puppy has mastered sit, stay is the next command. Start by having the Yorkie puppy sit, say "Stay" and take once step away. If the Yorkie puppy stays in place for a few seconds, step back and provide a treat. If the Yorkie puppy gets up, simply have them sit and repeat the process until they stay for just a few seconds. Always step back to the Yorkie puppy rather than call them to you at least until they understand what stay is all about.

Gradually increase the distance and time you spend away from the Yorkie puppy before returning for the reward. Once the Yorkie puppy understands stay and can do so appropriately, you can then start having them come to you. Remember if you have the Yorkie puppy sit, stay, then come and sit they will assume the reward is for the last action, which is the sit. They may not understand that they are being rewarded for the whole sequence, this is why it is broken down into two different events for initial training purposes.

Lie Down

Teaching your Yorkie puppy to lie down can be done very much the same as the sit command. You can use the Yorkie puppy's natural behavior to cue it to lie down, plus use their own natural movement to teach the command. First the Yorkie puppy must sit on command. Get down on the floor with the Yorkie puppy and show them a treat in your hand at their nose level. Move your hand, with the treat, down towards the floor and slightly to the front of the Yorkie puppy, about 2 to 8 inches depending on the size of the Yorkie puppy. The Yorkie puppy will naturally move his or her head down and lower the front legs to a down position. As soon as the Yorkie puppy is starting to move the front legs forward say down, then when they are on the floor completely give them the treat. For some puppies you may have to reward close approximations until they understand what you are requesting.

As with sitting never pull a puppies front legs forward or attempt to push down on their shoulders. Remember to keep pairing the command with the start of the action and the reward with the completion of the action.

Heel

To teach the Yorkie puppy or dog to heel they must be comfortable with the leash and collar and understand the sit command. Start with the Yorkie puppy or dog sitting beside your left leg. Give a command such as "Fido, Heel" then step off with your left leg. The Yorkie puppy or dog will usually stand and follow. Stop and praise immediately. Have them sit and repeat this command until they get up and move on command with your verbal cue and the movement of your left leg. Never pull or tug harshly on the leash or try to drag the Yorkie puppy along. Remember for tiny puppies you will need to start with tiny steps. Gradually increase the length of strides and time that you are walking before providing praise. The leash should be loose but not dragging, and the Yorkie puppy should be following your left leg. If the Yorkie puppy starts to go off the other direction or starts to pull, simple turn and walk the other direction, stopping as soon as the leash pulls taunt. This is usually enough correction and the Yorkie puppy will learn to watch your leg to know where you are going. If the Yorkie puppy runs ahead, simply stop and don't move until they stop pulling and are focused.

Never use a choke collar or correction collar on a Yorkie puppy. Heeling is often a difficult concept for many puppies and the help of a trainer at a Yorkie puppy obedience class is often beneficial for both Yorkie puppy.

 

CRATE TRAINING YOUR YORKIE

Crate training is one of the most effective and positive methods of housetraining a Yorkie puppy, but it does take planning, attention and involvement of the owner. Crate training uses a puppy's natural cleanliness as well as the lessons that the mother taught the Yorkshire terrier  regarding moving away from the den or living area to go to the bathroom. Crate training makes the crate the den or home of the puppy, which he or she will try very hard not to mess up by soiling.

Getting the right sized crate for your Yorkie

Getting the right sized crate is important for several reasons. The crate must be large enough to accommodate the puppy without being too small or uncomfortable for the Yorkie. However, if the crate is too large for the puppy he or she may decide to make one area the living space and one area the bathroom, which is very counterproductive. Since owners may not want to buy more than one crate, especially for medium or large sized dogs, consider getting a crate with a sliding inside panel or divider that can be used to make the crate floor area smaller when the puppy is small and then can be moved down to the end of the crate as the puppy grows.

There are several different options for crates including plastic crates that can double as travel crates for the puppy or the dog or wire crates that are more open and allow the puppy to see what is going on around them. For some Yorkie Puppy ( Yorkshire Terrier ) the more enclosed space is a safe retreat to calm down and relax, whereas other Yorkie Puppy ( Yorkshire Terrier ) prefer being able to see everything that is going on around them. Typically the Yorkie will adapt to whatever crate style you prefer provided it is used in the fashion it is intended, as a place the Yorkie  puppy can feel safe, secure and protected.

Choose a crate that is free from any shape edges or areas that may be easily chewed or damaged. Plastic shards or splinters can be swallowed by the puppy leading to serious and even fatal perforations of the intestines and stomach. Wire crates should be well made and strong with no wire edges where they may cut, injure or scratch the Yorkshire Terrier  puppy.

What the crate is NOT to be used for

The crate needs to be a den and place of refuge for the puppy. It is a safe, pleasant place to be, not a punishment area. As soon as the puppy starts to equate being in the crate with being punished, he or she will stop wanting to go into the crate and will begin whining, barking and chewing to get out.

The crate is not the bad Yorkie  puppy time out area. It should be comfortable with soft, washable bedding, some favorite chew toys and should be located in a quiet but not isolated area of the house. Often a low traffic area of the room that that the family spends most of the time in is the best option as the puppy can still see people while in their own little area.

Getting Started

The first step in crate training is to help your puppy understand the purpose of the crate. Start by playing with the puppy around the crate and allowing the puppy to explore the inside without closing the door or forcing the puppy into the crate. If they don't go on their own try tossing a small puppy treat just inside, then gradually moving them further back. Reward the puppy for going in by saying "Good Fido, into the crate" or whatever command you wish to use. Again, don't force the puppy or try to close them in, but also don't reward or praise them when they come out. All the rewards and praise are provided on the action of entering the crate.

Start keeping a few favorite chew toys in the crate and allowing the puppy to play with them in the crate. When he or she is calm and willing to walk in, close the door for a minute and then open it up, allowing the puppy to say in or come out. Only praise on the going in, ignore on the exit. Gradually increase the amount of time the door stays closed. If you overestimate and the puppy starts to whine or bark, ignore the behavior but don't open the crate door until the puppy is quiet, even if only for a second. If you open when they are whining or barking, what they will learn is to whine and bark to get out, just because they want too.

Once you can leave the Yorkie  puppy inside for about 5-10 minutes with the door closed it is time to start crate training. For most Yorkie Puppy ( Yorkshire Terrier ) this initial learning about the crate only takes a few days. To start crate training follow these general guidelines:

Feed your Yorkshire terrier on a schedule and record when they normally make a bowel movement or urinate. For most young Yorkie Puppy ( Yorkshire Terrier ) this is 5-15 minutes after eating, drinking or playing.
Feed the puppy and then place them in the crate. A few minutes before you know that the puppy is ready to go to the bathroom, based on your information, take them to the yard where you want them to go. Put them on the ground and wait for a few minutes without playing with or talking to the puppy. If he or she is preparing to toilet, give them a minute and let them find the right spot. Reward with lots of praise and a return to the house to run free.
If they do not go to the bathroom, simply pick them up and return them to the crate with no positive or negative comments or interactions. In approximately 5 minutes repeat the process and continue to do so until the puppy uses the right area to go to the bathroom. Be sure to give lots of praise and a small reward to let them know that they did exactly the right thing.

If the Yorkshire terrier  mistakenly goes to the bathroom in the crate that was the owners fault, not the puppy's. Clean and wash out the crate and wash the bedding to eliminate the scent. Never punish the puppy as this will just make them hate the crate. Start over the next meal, ensuring you take the puppy out prior to the time you did the last time.

Most Yorkie Puppy ( Yorkshire Terrier ) can be successfully crate trained in two to three weeks. Yorkie Puppy ( Yorkshire Terrier ) have very small bladders and poor overall control so expect accidents and adjust plans accordingly. Never keep the Yorkie in the crate for prolonged periods of time or they will have no option but to mess in their den and this can establish a bad habit.

If you are following the suggestions and your puppy doesn't seem to be able to control their bladder or bowels be sure to seek immediate veterinarian assistance as this can be a sign of several different diseases and conditions often seen in Yorkie Puppy ( Yorkshire Terrier ), some which can be effectively treated if diagnosed soon enough.

Many Yorkshire terriers are happy to eat anything placed in a bowl in front of them while others start that way but gradually become discriminating nibblers and finicky eaters. If your Yorkie suddenly goes from being a good eater to a very finicky eater, it could be a sign that your Yorkie is ill so be sure to have your veterinarian examine him to rule out medical problems.

Establishing good eating habits helps prevent your Yorkie from becoming a finicky eater or a dog with an appetite problem. Once your Yorkie is no longer a puppy, feed him only one meal or two small ones daily. Feeding your dog continuously or too frequently often results in a pet that becomes a fussy eater or appears to be a finicky eater, when he is really just full. If your Yorkie refuses to eat the meal you just gave him, do not immediately give him something else to eat instead, as this will soon turn into a habit and you will be the one trained, not your dog. Avoid standing and watching your Yorkie to see if he is going to eat his meal because your dog will often think there is some more food coming or he has done something wrong and will refuse to eat. Most dogs kept on a regular feeding schedule have a more dependable appetite. Some Yorkie like to be with the family when they eat so feeding them at breakfast or dinnertime when everyone eats works well with many dogs. Just like children who eat too much candy or junk food and turn their nose up at a proper balanced meal, feeding your pet too many treats or people food often results in a dog that turns up his nose at dinnertime. Giving your pet a treat occasionally or a tiny bit of people food once in a while is not normally harmful but remember that unlike people food or treats, dog food is specially formulated to meet your Yorkie nutritional needs and provides the minerals, vitamins, daily protein, and other nutritional requirements necessary. Feeding them too much people food or treats is unhealthy for your pet and often helps turn him into a finicky eater.

If your Yorkie has turned into a finicky eater and he is physically healthy, you need to work on getting him back on a sensible schedule and proper dog food. A varied diet is fine but if you continuously try different foods because he will not eat or is fussy, this just prolongs the problem. Early in the morning put down your pets food, show him and then leave him to eat. Return after half an hour and check to see if he ate any. If not, remove the food and at the end of the day, put down a new bowl of fresh food. Repeat this and it will not take your dog long to figure out that he needs to eat. Remember that you are not starving your dog but offering him food twice daily and he will soon choose to eat.

Depending on the age, size and type of Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) that you have as well as the amount of physical exercise and overall health condition of the pet, different foods may be more or less beneficial. It is important to carefully monitor the quality of food that you buy for your pet as well as how the pet responds to the food, no matter what type you select. Often the highest priced foods are not nutritionally better than the more mid-range priced Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) foods however the very low priced foods are typically of poor quality and not nutritionally or economically a good deal. The reason that lower priced foods are not a good nutritional choice is simply because they are made from the cheapest ingredients. These are a lot of by-products and fillers, neither which contribute nutritionally to the Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier). The reason they are not a better price in the long run is also due to the filler used in the food. This bulking agent expands in the Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier)'s digestive tract, resulting in more elimination of waste, noticeable at yard clean-up time. Feeding poor quality food will also lead to the Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) actually eating more to try to get the nutrition needed for their metabolism. Feeding very low quality, low cost food also results in more vet visits, which are far more expensive than simply providing a better quality daily food.

There are three main commercially available types of foods. There are also specialty diets such as the BARF or bones and raw food diet that may be available commercially in pre-portioned and frozen packages or may be made entirely fresh by the pet owner on a daily basis. For purposes of this discussion the three major commercial types of foods will be discussed including the pros and cons of feeding each variety.

Canned

Canned food is a favorite for many people simply because it is seems more natural and appealing to humans, plus Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier) typically love it. Even very finicky eaters such as the toy breeds will eagerly run to their feed dish when canned food is on the menu. There are some situations were canned food is ideal for Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier), although most vets recommend avoiding canned food for average, healthy Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier) of any size or breed.

Canned food can be ideal for starting puppies out on solid foods. Kibble or dried food, unless softened, is just too difficult for little puppy teeth to break down, so canned food can be mixed with milk to form a thick slurry that puppies can learn to lap from a dish. After they have switched to this mixture then softened dried food can be mixed with the canned food until they have made the transition to dry.

Older Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) or Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier) that are recovering from an illness or surgery can often benefit from a good quality canned Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier) food. Avoid anything that is labeled as "dinner" as this has the lowest amount of actual meat protein in the canned food. Like with puppies, these Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier) should be fed some combination of dried and canned food.

The biggest issues with canned food include dental problems that can result from feeding only canned food as there is no abrasion of the food on the teeth to remove build-up, as well as the sheer volume of food that would need to be fed for a larger breed of Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier). Canned foods are very difficult to actually determine how much nutrition your Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) is getting. There are some very good, balanced canned food available but be sure to talk to your vet before switching or starting your Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) on canned food.

Semi-moist

Semi-moist foods have many of the same problems as the canned foods. They are very high in moisture and are typically sold in pouches with the food in a gravy or liquid. As with canned, semi-moist foods are highly appealing to Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier) but are not always nutritionally good for the pets. They do have a far higher amount of additives and preservatives than either canned or dry food and are typically recommended only for short term feeding periods such as food transitions and illness and recovery.

Semi-moist foods tend to be a favorite of owners of small and toy breeds of Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier). Very often toy and small breeds become very stubborn about what they will and will not eat and once started on semi-moist may be very hesitant to go back to dry kibble. Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier) eating a diet of only semi-moist foods or canned foods are more likely to become obese due to the high caloric factor of these foods and poor portion control on the part of the owner. If you are feeding only semi-moist be sure to talk to your vet about just how much you should be feeding your Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier).

Dry

Although not that appealing to humans, a good, premium Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) kibble is nutritionally balanced and all that a Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) really needs. The cheaper varieties are mostly grain products such as corn meal and are largely undigested by the Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier), simply passing through their system with no nutritional benefit. A premium Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) food will have a protein content of 21% for normal, healthy Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier)s and a higher protein for puppies and pregnant and lactating females. It is important to note that large and giant breed puppies should not be fed the high protein Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) foods unless under the advice of a vet.

Dry food is recommended for all types of Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier)s and with new options for pet owners there is a great selection on the market. There are specialty dry foods for Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) with food allergies, tiny and small Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier), obese Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier)s, senior Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier) and Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) with diabetes. There are also performance foods with higher protein and fat contents for working Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier)s Occasionally an extremely finicky eater will simply refuse to switch to a dry kibble, so owners may have to become very creative with the diet to ensure the Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) gets his or her nutritional needs met.

Feeding dry food based on manufacturers recommendations in consultation with your vet is considered to be the best possible option for your Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier). Always watch how your Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) responds to the food, but avoid constantly changing Yorkies (Yorkshire Terrier) food brands, types and styles as this can lead to serious digestive problems.

 

 

Other than the BARF diet or bones and raw foods diet, there are options for Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) owners that want to take careful care of ensuring that their pet gets a balanced diet. Often Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) owners of pets with severe food allergies, diabetes or digestive problems find that is it too expensive or cost prohibitive to buy the specialty diets and food items on the market so they choose to make their own at home.

Making your own Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food at home really isn't all that difficult and can be a great activity for the whole family. Kids can get involved in measuring, mixing and even helping with the baking and cooking if they are old enough. Home made Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food can be cost saving especially if you have your own garden and are able to by the other ingredients in bulk lots as many stores now offer.

Before starting on a home made Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food project it is important to talk to your vet and to research some basic information on the types of foods that your Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) will need in your formula. All Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s need meat from protein. There is no such thing as a vegetarian diet for Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s that will ensure a healthy, fit Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ). Many of the vegetarian Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) diets contain high levels of carbohydrates and very little protein that will lead to very serious health conditions as the Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) ages. Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s are omnivores by nature, which means that they will eat more than just meat, but they do need meat to stay healthy. Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s will eat vegetables, fruits, cereals, dairy products such as yogurt and cottage cheese and of course meat in the form of beef, poultry, lamb, pork and fish. Products such as fish, poultry, pork and lamb must be carefully handled and properly processed to avoid bacterial and parasite problems. In addition in most home made foods fats, omega-3 and 6 oils, minerals, vitamins and supplements are typically added to ensure that the diet is balanced and complete.

It is important to avoid some common foods that can be harmful and even fatal to your Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ). Large amounts of raw eggs, raw fish, tomatoes, mushrooms, chocolate, grapes or raisins, some nuts, onions, garlic and avocados should be avoided whenever preparing Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) foods in the home. Even small amounts of some of these items can be very serious to Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s with sensitivities to these items.

Most people that make their own Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food have small to medium sized Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s, simply because it would be so time consuming to make food for large and giant breeds. Since there are no added preservatives in home made food except for natural ingredients the food only lasts a few days, although keeping it in the fridge or freezing can help extend the shelf-life considerably.


 

How Much Time Does This Take?

Once you have prepared a batch of home made Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food a time or two it takes not much more time than making a dinner for the family. Making up the cooked meat ahead of time, freezing and thawing when needed and then simply adding in the cereal, vegetables, oils and supplements will only take a few minutes, especially if you have a child or two to help with the mixing.

A simple home made Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food recipes consists of:

1 boiled chicken, meat removed from the bones
2 cups of cooked brown rice
2 cups of boiled vegetables (carrots, beans, peas, corn, etc)
1/4 cup unsalted chicken broth (water from the boiling process)
1/4 cup cottage cheese

Mix all ingredients together and refrigerate. This will last 3-4 days in the fridge and then should be thrown out, so depending on the size of the Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) you may wish to increase or decrease the proportions. In addition the Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) should be getting a supplement that includes amino acids and fatty acids which your vet should be able to recommend. This supplement is added to the food just before feeding, not in the refrigerated batch. Warm food up to room temperature before feeding it to the Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ).

In addition to basic foods such as boiled chicken or turkey chopped, cooked beef, hamburger, lamb or even cooked fish can be added. Although raw eggs are not ideal for Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s cooked eggs are a good source of protein however they should not make up most of the diet. Dairy should be limited to small amounts of yogurt or cottage cheese, there is no need to feed milk to a Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) and cheese is very high in sodium and should be avoided.

Cost

There is often not much difference in the cost of home made Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food and good quality premium commercially available Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food. Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )'s that require specialty diets are often easier to keep on home produced food, although this is a time commitment and routine that the owner must understand before getting into the process.

Most small to medium Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s on a well balanced home made Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food diet including supplements and vitamins as required can be fed for approximately $20 to $30 per month, provided that the meat is not always beef. Larger breeds may require closer to double this amount, and giant breeds will be even more. This is, however, not that much more expensive than paying $25-$30 dollars for a large bag of the premium dry kibble.

Deciding how much your time is worth in making the food has to balance with the needs of your Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ). Since many owners just plan to make Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food every Sunday and Wednesday they are able to budget their time and spend 30 minutes in making enough food to do the rest of the week. Those Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) owners with gardens may be able to find use for all their extra vegetables as well. Always take your Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) into the vet for a complete check before switching to a home made diet and talk to your vet about what supplements to use in the food and at what rates. Any loss of weight, changes in energy or behaviors after changing foods should be reported to the vet and a follow up appointment scheduled if needed.

It is important to keep in mind that a home made Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food is not table scraps. Human food with salt, seasonings, and various cooking methods should not be fed to a Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) as it will just lead to digestive problems and obesity as the Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) ages.

 MAKING YOUR OWN DOG TREATS

Making your own Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) treats is simple, fun and easy to do with just a small amount of equipment and a few basic ingredients. Many of the commercially available Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) treats are full of added sugars, salt, preservatives and artificial flavors and making healthy, wholesome Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) treats at home can ensure that your Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) is eating healthy and avoiding foods that may lead to obesity and other digestive and health related problems.

There are some very simple ways to make Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) snacks or treats that are ideal for training rewards. One of the easiest ways is to purchase a package of all beef, low sodium or no salt added hot Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s. Cut the hot Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s cross wise into small, thin circles, then microwave for a few seconds until the fat and moisture are removed, leaving you with dry, crispy, healthy Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) treats. These treats can be stored for several days in an airtight container such as a freezer bag. If they are not stored in an airtight container they should be discarded after the first day to avoid any possible bacterial contamination.

Believe it or not small amounts of fruits and vegetables are also very appealing to many Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s. Raw carrots, peas, broccoli and apples are a real treat for many Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s. Cut into small pieces these treats are easy to store in the fridge for a quick treat or snack for both humans and Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s. Be sure to avoid some fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, onions, avocados, grapes, raisins, garlic, onions and some nuts as they can lead to toxicity, seizures and even death in some Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s with intolerances for these food items. If in doubt check with your vet or one of the many websites that list all the possible poisonous or hazardous foods for Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s. Also remember that each Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) will like different things, watch to see what your Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) seems to prefer and look for ways to substitute this in the various Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) cookie recipes available.

 

Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )gy Breath Busters

There are home made treats that can be used to help control bad breath. These treats usually contain a variety of natural herbs that can help alleviate the cause of the odor, however brushing the Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )'s teeth on a regular basis and having their teeth checked by a vet is also important if bad breath is an issue.

A basic recipe for a breath sweetening Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) treat is:

1 cup brown rice flour
1/2 tablespoon activated charcoal (available at a drug or health food store)
1 1/2 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 cup chopped parsley, fresh
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1 egg
1/3 cup low fat milk

Mix all ingredients together until moist and combined. Preheat oven to 400F and drop the batter onto a greased cookie sheet by the teaspoon. Place each cookie about an inch apart and bake for 15 minutes. Take out of the oven, cool on a cookie rack and store at room temperature in a sealed container.

Meaty Treats

For an extra good job a highly nutritious meat snack may be just what your Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) needs. These snacks can be made in any shape desired, many hobby stores and kitchen stores now sell small bone shape cookie cutters, ideal for making your snacks look just like store bought. If you don't want to take the time to cut them out, just cut into squares with a knife after rolling and before baking.

1 pound raw liver, chopped fine or run through the food processor
1 1/2 pounds of whole grain flour
8 oz of slow cooking Quaker Oats, uncooked
3 low sodium beef bullion cubes
1 cup warm water
2 eggs

Mix the oats and flour together, then add the bullion dissolved in the water. Add the eggs and processed or chopped liver and mix until a sticky dough is formed. Small amounts of additional water may be required. Roll or pat out on a floured surface, then dip the cookie cutter in the flour to make the shapes if desired. Bake on a greased cookie sheet for one hour at 350 degrees. If the biscuits or cookies are very thin less time will be needed for baking, so chefs will need to use their own judgment a bit on the actual cooking time. Cookies should be crispy all the way through. Store in a sealed container in a dry location.

 

Peanut Butter Treats

Most Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s absolutely love peanut butter, however there is a lot of sugar in most commercial peanut butter. If your Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) is having troubles losing weight or is diabetic, use unsweetened peanut butter available at a health food store. Do not use artificial sweeteners in the biscuits as these products are very bad for your Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )'s health.

1/2 cup skim milk
1/2 cup peanut butter either smooth or chunky variety
1/2 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup whole wheat flour

Mix completely until a thick dough forms. Add a slight amount of water if needed to make the dough stick together. Roll out to a 1/4 inch thickness on a floured surface and cut with a cookie cutter or a knife into the desired shapes. Bake at 375 F for about 15 minutes, however these cookies will scorch easily so check at about the 10 minute mark to see exactly how long they will take.

Making your own Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )gy treats is a great way to save money using typical items in your pantry. There are many different sites on the internet as well as books and recipes on home made Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) treats. Be careful to only use high quality ingredients and avoid using processed and bleached flours and try to stick to whole grains, fresh meats and avoid adding artificial preservatives or flavors. In many recipes bullion cubes and liquid can be replaced by home made beef or chicken stock that can easily be made by simply boiling chicken or beef bones along with carrots, beans and other root vegetables in plain water. Simmer for several hours then strain the liquid and save the stock. Stock can easily be frozen in one cup measures in freezer bags or plastic containers and just taken out to thaw when needed

 

Have you ever stopped to actually read all the ingredients on the side of the bag of Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food? Do you find yourself wondering exactly what some of those things are? If you do, you are not alone. The wording on the ingredients list on Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food cans, bags and pouches is confusing and many people have a lot of misunderstandings about what they are actually feeding their Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s, it may not be anything like what they think they are.

It is important to keep in mind that Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s, unlike cats, are not just carnivores. Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s are actually omnivores, which means they need to eat a variety of food types including meats, fruits, vegetables and even grains. All of these foods are digestible and necessary for the health of the Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ), although not all forms of these foods are equal.

 

WHAT ARE THE INGREDIENTS IN DOG FOODS

Meats

To be called meat the material must be inspected and passed and must be the muscle from a slaughtered animal. This may however include more than just the muscle that humans eat as meat. Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food will contain the esophagus, tongue, heart, sinew, skin, fat, sinew and blood vessels as well as the heart and all other muscles in the body. Some of this material will be very high moisture content and will weigh a lot in its raw state, quickly moving it up the list of ingredients.

Meat meal is the rendered or processed meal made from meat. It is a more accurate way to present the information on the ingredient list as a great majority of the moisture is removed through processing, giving an accurate weight against other dry ingredients.

Meat By-Products

Lots of even high-end Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) foods have a high percentage of meat by-products. Often consumers assume these are the trimmings from the meat portion of the lamb, goat, beef or poultry. While in part this is true, trimmings can be included in this category, it also include all other internal organs including the brain, kidney, liver, stomach, intestines and partially processed fatty tissue. It is not allowed to contain hair, hooves, horns or hide or the contents of the stomach or intestines.

These items do have protein, although it is not as digestible as protein from meat or meat meal. Since the digestible protein is what they Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) will actually be able to use it is important to carefully read the label.

Poultry by-product contains the intestines, undeveloped eggs, feet, heads and internal organs of chicken or turkeys that have been slaughtered. Feathers cannot be included in this product. Poultry by-product meal is the rendered from of the poultry by-product and like meat by-product is a more accurate indicator on the ingredients list since it is in semi-dry form.

Other meats may include fish or fishmeal, both which are considered to be very digestible and provide Omega 3 and 6 oils. Fishmeal can only be produced from whole fish or fish cuttings, but the fish cannot be decomposed.

Occasionally chicken liver or liver is mentioned in the ingredients, and this must be the organ itself, without any additional tissue attached. Whole fresh eggs may also be included in the higher quality kibbles and feeds as eggs are considered one of the best sources of protein, even the egg shells are ground up in the feed to add calcium.

Grains

The more processed the grain is the less actual benefit the Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) will receive from eating the food. This is very similar to humans where research has shown how important whole grains and avoiding processed carbohydrates is essential for weight control and many other aspects of health. The best possible grains to include in Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) foods include the whole grains such as semolina, brown rice, barley, grain sorghum, flaxseed, linseed and oatmeal.

Grains that are followed by the word "meal" typically mean that the grain is a by-product of another process and is largely used as a filler or bulking agent. This is not always correct however so it is important to read the label. Soybean meal and corn gluten meal are two such by-products that are typically found on labels.

These grains are cooked and processed at high heat levels to mix with the meat component of the feed and add both carbohydrates as well as bulk to the food.

Other Ingredients

In addition to the meat category and the grains, Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) foods may also contain vegetables such as peas, corn, broccoli, carrots or even various types of greens such as turnip. These vegetables are processed into the food to add vitamins and minerals. There may also be fruits added to some types of Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) foods although this is not as common.

Preservatives are added, both naturally occurring and artificial, to keep the fat from becoming rancid in the food. In canned foods the preservatives may be less than in kibble, but the semi-moist packets will have the largest amounts of preservatives simply because of the packaging.

Some foods will indicate that they have added nutrients such as Omega-3 and Omega-6 oils, both which are essential for a healthy Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ). There are some Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) foods that claim additional ingredients that are essential for humans, but there may be little research that they are important for the overall health of a Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ). Often marketers and advertisers try to play on peoples natural concerns for the healthy of their pet to design their labeling and marketing strategies. In most countries the manufacturers are limited or regulated as to what they can put on their labels, although not as closely as the foods consumed by humans.

SPECIALIZED YORKIE PUPPY FOOD

There are almost as many specialized diet Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food products on the market as there are typical Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) food diets. Usually these specialized diets are only found in the dry kibble and canned foods, however there may be some found as frozen products as well as in the semi-moist formulations. These specialized foods are usually for Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s at different ages and stages of growth as well as for Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s with dietary restrictions or requirements due to health or allergic problems that the Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) is experiencing.

The specialized diets, like human diets, will work well with some Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s and not as well with others. Often a bit of shopping around and a lot of research is required to ensure that you find the right diet to match the issue you are wishing to address with your Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ). Carefully read the label including the ingredients and guaranteed analysis to verify what the label is indicating is actually what is contained within the feed it the correct ratio for your pet. A vet or animal nutritionalists can often recommend a few different brands that may work for your Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ), plus they can also advise on types or ingredients to avoid in specialized diets.

Foods For Senior Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )

Senior Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s of most breeds are typically less active, have more troubles with digestion and may have increased tooth loss or dental problems that can make chewing hard, dry kibble a problem. The age for various Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) breeds will vary when they are considered to be senior in category, but for most breeds it is the last third to quarter of their normal life expectancy. Since most of the smaller breeds live to be about 15 years of age or more, senior would be considered between the ages of 10-12 years. For larger and giant breeds that have a shorter life expectancy, senior years may start when the Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) turns six or seven years of age.

Senior foods tend to be lower in the energy producing aspects of the food including protein, carbohydrates and fats and higher in basic fiber. In most cases the protein content of senior foods should drop from 21% to about 18% and in Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s with kidney problems such as incontinence the protein should be reduced to 14%. Fat content is also decreased to prevent excess weight gain for less active senior Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s. In addition wheat germ can be used to add good, high quality fiber to help keep the digestive system functioning properly.

Since dental issues such as tooth loss and breakage can be a problem, try to keep the senior Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) on dry kibble as long as possible to naturally remove build-up from the teeth and keep the gums strong. It may be possible to slightly moisten and soften dry kibble with a small amount of low sodium beef or chicken stock that is added to the food a few minutes before feeding. Avoid allowing the kibble to become mush, just give it a minute to soften slightly.

Senior Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) foods can also have additional vitamins and minerals needed for older Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s. Some formulas also add chondroitin and glucosamine to help with joint movement and prevent stiffness. This is effective in varying degrees with individual Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s.

Obese Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )

There are specialized dry kibble and even canned food diets on the markets for obese Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )s, although unless the Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) has diabetes or another health related issue that is leading to the obesity often just decreasing the amount of food by 1/4, increasing exercise significantly and cutting out all treats and snacks can work to slowly reduce the weight of the Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ).

In some cases the specialized "Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier )gy diet" products can also be effective, however, just like with humans, increased exercise and careful monitoring of food intake is still critical for success. Yorkie  ( Yorkshire Terrier ) foods that are considered to be diet will have lower protein, fat and carbohydra