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This small breed certainly looks fragile and
beautiful, but with proper care and an owner who is
careful the Yorkshire Terrier is actually a
long-living breed that can be part of your family
for 15 years or more. If you are interested in
adding this energetic toy dog to your family,
starting with a few important points in mind can
help make this an excellent experience.
As with any purebred dog, the process of buying a
Yorkshire Terrier should begin with finding a
top-quality breeder and going to them with a few
questions in hand, so that you clear up any doubts
and concerns you might have. Many experienced dog
owners will tell you that you should talk with, and
visit, at least three breeders so that you can
carefully watch how they conduct their business and
see how they work with young dogs.
Yorkshire Terrier owners should remember that this
breed could be a great companion, showing loyalty to
the owner and the family. Since this is a tiny
breed, it can be excellent for those with limited
living space, such as apartment dwellers and
families with small yard space. However, the
Yorkshire Terrier will still need time outside. In
addition, make sure he is exercised, preferably on a
leash or in a small, fenced area.
You will probably purchase a healthy Yorkshire
Terrier puppy as a black and tan beauty, but the
Yorkshire Terrier puppies become adults with a
wonderful, blue steel and tan coat. This silky, long
coat hangs evenly on both sides of the body and will
require additional attention. However, the Yorkshire
Terrier is a bit sturdier than it looks. Owners
should discourage the dog from jumping off furniture
and steps since their fragile bones can be subject
to injury.
It is always easiest to pick the “cutest” puppy from
a litter, or the first one that seems to “choose”
you but remember that sometimes the best pets are
those that might not be so forward when you first
see them. They may later prove to be an ideal
companion and just independent enough to fit into
your life. You could buy your puppy from a retail
store or someone who is a Yorkshire Terrier owner
that decides to sell puppies, but if you do this,
you may not get all the information you need about
the breed, its background and the care and feeding
the puppy requires.
Take your time when visiting breeders and ask to see
both parents of the puppy you are considering. Look
closely at how the puppies are fed and housed, to
get an idea of the health and overall treatment of
the dogs. Remember that a key to getting a good pet
is to start with a breeder that takes the time to
socialize his young dogs, spending time with them to
get them comfortable with people and other dogs. In
addition, you should feel free to ask your breeder
questions about feeding the Yorkshire Terrier and
ask about any health problems that may be natural to
the breed.
One of the most important things you can do when
looking at puppies is to ask the breeder about
guarantees in case your new pet gets seriously ill
or dies in a short period. It is always best to have
a written contract with the breeder you buy from and
these money-back or replacement guarantees should be
included in the contract. Taking a little extra time
at first can add to the enjoyment of your new pet.
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