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What makes a Yorkshire Terrier a Teacup Yorkie
Published June 22, 2014|1 comment FacebookTwitterEmailWhatsAppPaylaş Teacup Yorkie Puppies is a term used to describe abnormally small, or “teacup” sized dogs, and is often used in reference to very small Yorkshire Terriers. A Yorkshire Terrier that matures to a weight between 4 and 7 pounds is what every reputable breeder consistently strives to attain in order to preserve the breed standard. Generally, any dog weighing less than 4 pounds when fully grown is considered to be teacup sized. Many people may not be aware that there are considerable health issues and risks associated with owning such a small sized dog, including heart disease, luxating patella, hydrocephaly, hypoglycemia, open fontanels and seizures because these tiny dogs are usually inbred, breeding runt to runt until they become
Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie): Dog Breed Profile
Yorkshire Terriers, commonly called Yorkies, are little dogs with tenacious personalities. They're one of the most popular dog breeds worldwide. Though technically categorized in the toy group, they take on many terrier traits as well. Yorkies tend to be very vocal, protective, and loyal. Despite their small size, they make excellent guard dogs. At heart, Yorkies are wonderful companions that love to be pampered and snuggle up to their loved ones. Breed Overview GROUP: Toy HEIGHT: 8 to 9 inches WEIGHT: 5 to 7 pounds COAT AND COLOR: Standard color combinations are black and gold, black and tan, blue and gold, and blue and tan. Puppies may not display their final coat color until age 3 or older. Yorkshire terriers have a long, straight, and silky coat. LIFE EXPECTANCY: 13 to 16 years Characteristics of the Yorkshire Terrier
How to Keep a Yorkie Clean
Overview Since baths should only be given every 3 weeks or so, you may be wondering how in the world to keep your Yorkshire Terrier clean. Ears may accumulate dirt, the coat may look messy, there can be a slowly developing smell, paws may pick up debris as if they coated with glue… Essentially, for being a small dog, Yorkshire Terriers can get surprisingly dirty. The good news is that there are some easy ways to keep your Yorkie clean, smelling fresh, and looking dapper. And, while there are 8 steps to this, you’ll find these are very easy to incorporate. 1: Take Advantage of Baths. What to know: Barring a run through a mud puddle or a skin or coat condition that requires frequent
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Naming Your Dog or Puppy
Moson Kuo/Moment/Getty Images Finding just the right name for your dog or puppy can be tough. If you have reached the naming step, that probably means you have a new dog. Congratulations! Choosing the right dog is not always easy, but here you are. Now it's time to pick the perfect name for your new canine companion. There are thousands of potential dog names out there. Take some time to narrow down your choices. How to Name Your Dog Choose a name that you truly like. You will be using it all the time, so you should enjoy the sound of it. Pick a one to two-syllable name. Longer names can be difficult for your dog to understand and a hassle for you to say over and over.
Yorkie Mixes: 20 Different Yorkshire Terrier Crossbreeds
The Yorkshire Terrier, popularly dubbed the Yorkie, is an adorable and self-confident toy breed of dog that has become a favorite choice for those looking for a compact companion that can travel with them wherever they go. Their popularity has made them a top choice to mix with other breeds, largely in search of creating the ideal lap dog.This practice known as designer dog breeding has risen in popularity over the last few decades and has birthed hundreds of new and improved mixes for families to consider. At the same time, you can also find many different types of Yorkie mixes at your local no-kill shelter or humane society, so we always recommend you adopt before you shop.In theory, the possibilities of the Yorkie mix are practically endless.
Yorkie-Pom
Yorkie-PomHeight: 6-12 inches Weight: 3-7 lb Lifespan: 12-15 years Group: Not Applicable Best Suited For: Families with older children, singles and seniors, apartments, houses with/without yards Temperament: Affectionate, energetic, alert, intelligent Comparable Breeds: Yorkshire Terrier, Pomeranian (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Yorkie-Pom Basics If you were ever worried that you wouldn’t be able to find a small dog adorable enough to fulfill your voracious appetite for cuteness, worry no longer! We have the pupper for you. The Yorkie-Pom is known by many names including “Porkie” and “Yoranian” (yep, if the names are almost offensively cute). This lovable designer breed is a cross between a purebred Yorkshire Terrier and a Pomeranian, making it the ultimate small-breed dog. These little dogs exhibit the best of both worlds when it
