The Yorkshire Terrier Makes a Terrific Pet

 I must say that I am partial to the Yorkshire Terrier as I own a beautiful little Yorkie named Bea. They are extremely loveable and have a lot of good qualities.

The Yorkshire terrier is a small dog and this makes them pretty versatile as far as the size of living space required. They are happy, loving and energetic with an extreme loyalty to their families. You couldn’t ask for a sweeter temperament and if they aren’t too little they make good pets around children.

Some Yorkies can be on the small side (sometimes only about 3 to 5 pounds at maturity), this size of dog wo... From: The Yorkshire Terrier Makes a Terrific Pet

Yorkie Health Tip: Care of the Yorkshire Terrier's Teeth

If you have this small breed dog, it's very important to be watchful of their teeth. Yorkies tend to get gum disease and they also develop plaque on their teeth quite easily.

In order for Yorkies to stay healthy you will need to keep a close watch on their dental health. If you don't attend to this, your Yorkie could develop other health problems such as tooth loss, and other serious...From: Yorkie Health Tip: Care of the Yorkshire Terrier's Teeth

Photos of the Different Stages of a Yorkshire Terriers Growth

Mrs. Beasley is my 2 1/2 year old Yorkshire Terrier.  She weighed only 2.5 pounds when we brought her home.  I have put pictures of her on one of my blogs that shows how she has changed over the last few years.

Yorkies are wonderful little dogs with great personalities.  Please enjoy The Different Stages of a Yorkshire Terriers Growth

What to Feed Your Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire terriers can be picky eaters. In order for them to be healthy you want to make sure that your little Yorkie eats quality food. I talked to my veterinarian about what a good food was to feed my puppy. I decided to feed her Hills Science Diet.

Once you have determined what you want to feed your Yorkie, you will need to find the right combination of food. Bea, my Yorkie, doesn’t eat plain dry dog food very readily. I feed her a combination of dry and canned Science Diet. I purchase the dry lamb and rice for small breed dogs. I also combine canned food. She really likes th... From: What to Feed Your Yorkshire Terrier