Once you purchase your new found friend, you will want to provide your Yorkie with the best in pet health care. As with all breeds, there are several medical conditions common to the Yorkshire terrier, but with regular medical checkups and prompt veterinary care, problems may be caught early enough to start treatment and provide the best chance of recovery and long-term health.
Yorkies can live as long as 15 or more years depending on many factors such as health and care. It is a sensitive dog that doesn't do well without lots of attention and excellent health care.
You’ll need more than just a Pedigree paper
With your purchase, you should receive the Vaccination Record, Pedigree, and a Care Sheet. The Care Sheet will help you with what to feed your Yorkie, in addition to the amount, times per day, and basic grooming instructions. A good breeder will always be happy to help you give the best care possible, with the least amount of worries.
Other information includes the care that must be taken for the Yorkshire terrier in cold or bad weather, and the alternatives to anesthesia due to the fact Yorkies are not suitable candidates having such small lungs. Talk to different breeders and ask them about their puppies and temperament of the dogs, and what else may be needed for their specific breed.
Yorkshire terriers also require standard care for eyes, ears, pads and nails. However you should be careful if you clip their nails yourself, as the vein within them is not visible, so trimming should be carefully done with a good quality nail clipper designed for dogs.
Average activity levels of Yorkshire Terriers
Yorkies are small but very lively and active, they require exercise even though you may not need to take them outdoors daily to do their needs. A litter box at home can suit their needs just fine. However, if you live in an apartment it will be necessary to provide your Yorkie with some form of regular exercise.
Your female Yorkshire terrier may come into season from 6 months onwards, and extra care must be taken to prevent unwanted mating. In essence the Yorkshire terrier never grows up, and will always require your care and supervision.
Talk to breeders, rescue groups, and your local animal shelters before you choose a breeder. You should also ask the breeders you talk with for references from past buyers and veterinarians. Your breeder will also be able to provide referrals to trusted and reliable veterinarians, although you could ask their former buyers who they go to for veterinary care as well.
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