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Some of the following information on Yorkies were
obtained from the website below:
http://www.k9web.com/dog-faqs/breeds/yorkies.html
What colour will my dog be?
All Yorkshire Terriers are born with smooth coats and are black with
small tan points. It is only with maturity that the beautiful long,
dark steel blue and shaded tan coat develops. This feature can vary
in age depending on the individual, but when buying a puppy you can
expect it to still be black on its body, and for its head markings
to still be very "sooty" looking.
Do Yorkies come in Miniature and
Standard varieties?
Many beginning Yorkie fanciers believe that there are two types of
Yorkie, Miniature and Standard--this is not so. However, many pet
Yorkies are somewhat larger than the show Yorkies; again this does
not affect their suitability as pets or make them any less desirable
as companions.
How soon can a puppy be sold to a new
home?
If a Yorkie is wanted only as a pet, a reputable breeder may be
prepared to let a puppy go to a new home between 8-10 weeks of age
(although 12 weeks is more desirable). A pet quality Yorkie will be
far cheaper than a show quality specimen (which most breeders will
not sell until much older). It is quite impossible to have any
indication of show quality in this breed until the dog is at least 6
months of age.
What Sex is best as a pet?
This is a matter of personal preference. Most breeders believe both
dogs and bitches are equally loving, loyal and intelligent, and make
good companions. A bitch may come into season from 6 months onwards,
when extra care must be taken to prevent unwanted matings. Pet
Yorkies are better neutered. This will prevent unwanted puppies and
the possibility of disease in later life. Many breeders may not wish
to issue registration papers for pet puppies, or may only do so on
proof of neutering.
What should I feed my Yorkie?
When collecting your puppy be sure to get a diet sheet from the
breeder and try to stick to its recommendations, especially in the
first few weeks. The breeder should also provide you with
documentation of worming preparations given, any vaccinations the
puppy may have had, and a pedigree form.
How should I keep my Yorkie confined
when travelling?
ALWAYS make sure that your dog is safe and secure when travelling in
a vehicle. The best way to do this is to train it to travel in a
special travelling box or crate (such as a Vari-Kennel). Should you
need to brake suddenly, your little dog will then be less likely to
be thrown forward and injured. Keeping your dog in a crate while
travelling will also prevent it from distracting the driver and
causing an accident.
One further word of warning, In some countries it is common to own a
swimming pool. If you do, please ensure that your Yorkie cannot jump
or fall into the pool in your absence. I have had reports from the
USA of Yorkie's getting into pools and then being unable to get out
again, with drastic consequences as the poor little dog becomes
exhausted and drowns. If you do have a pool, please ensure that it
is fenced off or covered when not in use.
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