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The addition of a Yorkie to your household is a great decision, however with it
comes with an added baggage of responsibility. Most people have the opinion that
dogs make them feel better, laugh a lot, and in general, brighten up a home.
Plus, they are can make great watchdogs, leaving you feeling much safer in your
house.
The Yorkshire Terrier, or Yorkie for short, is one of those dog
breeds that can cheer up a dull day.
It was during the middle of the
19th century that the Yorkie, which was a breed of a small, spirited, toy dog
originated and developed in the city of Yorkshire in England.
The Yorkie
stands at an average of 9 inches (22.8cm) at the shoulder and can weigh anything
from 4 to 7 lb. It has a coat that is straight, long and glossy. It is also
textured finely and can be either tan or dark blue in color. Though the Yorkie
is a result of mixed breeding, it is a matter of speculation as to what dogs
were used as the host or parents. This is because almost no records have been
maintained in the areas around Yorkshire or Yorkshire itself, where it is
supposed to have originated from. In fact, Yorkshire contained many terrier and
toy breeds that would have possibly used for the purpose of cross breeding.
However, the widely accepted fact is that the Yorkie is a representation of the
bred down issue of crosses among the Manchester terrier and Skye terrier.
The most important thing to remember before bringing a Yorkie into your
home is to be familiar with all the dimensions involved in the acquisition and
ownership of the dog, from finding the right trainer to train your Yorkie, to
their potty training, and much more. The first criteria would be the budget.
Some Yorkies can be upwards of one thousand dollars. However, look in the paper
and ask around, and chances are you will find great deals on many loving
Yorkies.
Yorkies, especially before being specifically house trained,
need plenty of attention and time. Responsibility of a Yorkie at home includes
waking up in the wee hours of the morning, or even midnight at times, just to
ensure that your dog gets outside on time. Walks are important for any dog and a
Yorkie is no exception. Walking and playing with the dog ensures its daily dose
of exercise, and will help them maintain a healthy lifestyle.
As soon as
the pet has its first shots, licensing tags will be issued by the veterinarian.
However, in the meantime cute, and lightweight tags can be ordered through the
internet, or found at your local pet store. Name tags should include the puppy's
name, the owner's address, and phone number. It is a small price to pay for
knowing that your Yorkie will have your information on them.
These
terriers live a long life. They are known to live for up to fifteen or more
years. They are a very healthy breed, and have few serious health conditions.
The veterinarian will always brief a Yorkie owner on the ways to ensure its good
health. They adapt quite easily to new environments and need a lot of attention
and love from their human owners. They enjoy interaction with people and are
constantly trying to do so on a regular basis. Therefore, Yorkies are definitely
worth every ounce of love and effort that we give them, as they will respond
with a great deal of faithfulness and companionship. Yorkshire Terriers are
truly unique animals. Although they are quite small in size, their personalities
are big.
Disclaimer: All information on this site is provided for informational purposes only! By no means is any
information presented herein intended to substitute for the advice provided to you by any health care or other professional
or organization.
