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Feeding:
We recommend
Royal Canin
puppy available at most pet stores,
current feeding is free feed; meaning feed bowl is always available to
them, but make it a routine every morning and 5pm so they
become accustom to a schedule. We do not recommend feeding canned food
they get all they need from a quality dry. Keep treats and people food to
a minimum, you will only have difficult eater if you over do anything.
Resist in changing your puppy's diet for at least the
first month of transition. We have taken great care
selecting a quality food for our puppies. Always have
fresh water out at all times. If your puppy gets
stressed add a tsp
of white karo into fresh drinking water.
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Treats, training and positive reinforcement:
we recommend
Natural Balance Roll-A-Rounds
for bait and training also twice a day (late morning and mid afternoon) we
give fun treats; honey nut cheerios, animal crackers, raw carrots
(various fruits and veggies) vanilla yogurt, once a week or so.
We do not give milk bones (too many fillers). For chewing and
teething we offer hooves and plenty of toys. Never offer rawhide
their system does not digest them and can cause serious intestinal
blockage.
Bathing and grooming:
wet the yorkie puppy with a wash cloth so they're not in fear
of running water then use
Coat Handler - Shampoo and
Coat Handler - Conditioner,
online or
dog shows. We do not rinse out the conditioner, blow it directly into the
coat, it protects the coat and helps prevent breaking of the hair. Use a hair dryer
to dry totally (be careful with the heat) be sure to dry gently the inside
of the ear. We bathe every 2 weeks young yorkie puppies and every week our
adult Yorkshire Terriers.
Never brush a dry coat, spray the brush
with a diluted conditioner or
Coat Handler - Detangler. Daily brushing is
recommended to maintain the coat and keep it mat free. Do not wet a mat it
will only tighten it making it impossible to remove, use your fingers to
gently separate the hairs one by one, a slicker brush will help as well.
Chissystems Gold Series Pin Brushes and
tiny head slickers are
what we recommend.
Yorkshire Terriers do not shed,
they are single coated. A yorkies hair is very similar to yours and mine, if you use people shampoo make sure it's a quality one, but I prefer the ones I
recommend above because we differ in PH balance. Do not use Baby Shampoo
or Aveeno oatmeal based shampoo on a regular basis, they're very drying,
if used for an extended period they will strip the natural oils in the
skin and coat.
If your tying the head up into a topknot don't use rubber bands, they
will break the hair, use latex band and remove gently with a seam ripper
or manicure scissor.
How to make a topknot using latex bands and bows.
Trimming the bum and under paw:
removing the hair around the bum helps with
hygiene. Also remove the excess hair on the under paws and between
the toes. As your yorkie matures
cut around the
contour of the paw well rounded with the curved scissors.
Trimming and cleaning ears:
when your yorkie puppy
is teething they tend to droop, simply follow the taping instructions
provided they will stand again and should be permanent. If you take your
yorkie
puppy to a groomer regularly, request the ears shaved 1/3 down from the
tip in an inverted v shape
front and back, too much hair weights the ear causing an
unnatural droop or teething can cause the ear to fall. (You can buy at Wal-Mart WAHL'S moustache
trimmer,
it's very easy and the puppies have become accustom to it). The ear hair
should be trimmed on a regular basis every week or so when young, as
adults every other week along with nail trimming. Clean the ears with an
ear cleaner or 50/50 vinegar and water mixture follow by wiping
clean and dry with cotton balls (be careful using q-tips in the ear)
also use tweezers to remove any excess hair inside the ear.
Clipping nails:
use a standard nail clipper (for people) clip
them at the hook no further if you cut short (use stop bleed immediately).
They're accustom to the trimming, simply turn your yorkie puppy on to their back and massage
the paws just before doing it, they should cooperate. Dog nail clipper
will be needed as they mature.
Potty Training: use
disposable pee pads keep them in the areas your puppy will be. At your new home keep he/she
in their own special area do not give them the run of the house. Training them
outside simply move the pee pad closer to the door week after week. Also
take your yorkie puppy outside first thing in the morning, after naps and finally
bedtime. Be sure to give them plenty of praise each time they're
successful outside, they will get the hang of it, they want to please you.
Teeth:
use a tooth brush and paste made for dogs available at all
pet stores. We recommend giving yorkie puppies and Yorkshire Terrier
adults hooves and plenty of chew toys, they love them. Make sure you have the teeth checked by
your vet @ 6-8 months
(when you spay or neuter your vet should clean and remove any
problem or extra teeth at that time).
Pet placement -
AKC registration (limited) once
proof of spay/neuter is received from your vet.
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Be prepared
when your yorkie puppy comes home |
Choose the proper Veterinarian
Clinic that's familiar with "Toy Breed"
Do NOT use Lepto when vaccinating your yorkie puppy or Yorkshire Terrier
adult
Never have more than one vaccination per visit - wait a week before
adding Rabies or Bordetella
Ask your vet about the potential side effects of Bordetella -
What is Kennel
Cough?
Inquire about pre-surgery protocol - pre-anesthetic blood work is
vital for the health of your puppy
Inquire about anesthesia protocol - isoflurane and sevoflurane are
preferred and safe
Responsible Pet Ownership -
Spay and Neuter your yorkie puppy
Mirco-chipping your yorkie puppy -
Micro-chipping
your puppy
How to properly socialize your yorkie puppy -
Vital in raising a
well-rounded yorkie puppy
Training your yorkie puppy -
Positive Reinforcements -
Training, Treats and Praise
Yorkie puppy ease in training -
Yorkshire Terrier
Breed # 27 in Intelligence Ranking
Choosing a Dog Trainer -
Why is training my yorkie puppy a necessity?
Choosing a Groomer -
Familiar
with the proper grooming for a yorkie
Choosing a Boarding Facility or Kennel
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Pros and cons of using a boarding kennel
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