Yorkshire Terrier FAQs

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I have decided to compile a page on Yorkshire Terrier FAQs due to all the questions that I have been receiving about yorkies.

Below you will find firstly the most asked, but then afterwards comes the exciting bit. As a new addition to the site I have decided to make this page interactive for all my readers.

I want to know what other information about yorkshire terriers YOU need! It is the only way I can improve my site.

What does this mean?

Basically, I am inviting anyone and everyone who has a yorkie question to fill out the form you will find below and ask away.

I will try my best to answer questions as they come in. Not only this, but anyone who feels they have any yorkie wisdom they would like to share can also join in and answer questions also.

If you have a question about your yorkies health you can ask a qualified, professional on our ask a vet page.

How does that sound? Shall we get started?

Yorkie most frequently asked questions

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What is the Yorkshire Terrier personality like?

The Yorkshire Terrier is a very brave dog and is willing to put itself on the line for you. It shows great compassion towards its owner and is forever loyal to you.

With such a strong personality the Yorkie is a very independent dog around the house. It will come and go as it pleases and will investigate every nook and cranny it possibly can. Read more…

Do yorkies shed?

Yorkhire terriers do not really shed. Their coats are like hair, they don’t have fur, so they will lose some but not shed like other breeds do. This is a very good breed to have if you suffer from allergies.

How much grooming do yorkshire terriers require?

Yorkshire terriers require a lot of grooming! Yorkshire Terrier grooming can be very time consuming and needs to be done if you don’t want your Yorkshire terriers coat to matt and become a mess.

If you can’t commit to the frequent brushing that is necessary to avoid this then you will have to at least commit to trimming your yorkies coat and keeping it neat and healthy.

Read more about grooming a yorkie

Do yorkies need a lot of exercise?

The Yorkshire Terrier is a lively breed but does not need a lot of exercise. They are very active indoors and will do well as apartment dogs.

A yorkie however, will benefit from regular opportunities to run and play. Their high energy level means they will enjoy playing games and going out for walks.

Are yorkies good with children?

Yorkies are affectionate dogs however they are not naturally good with children. A yorkie which has been exposed to children as a puppy and brought up with them should be fine.

Sometimes the problem lies in the fact that small children are not aware that they can easily hurt these small dogs. Therefore it is advised that yorkies and small children are always supervised.

Would you recommend I buy a male or female?

Male and female Yorkies have different characters. Female Yorkies are affectionate, but on a different level to male Yorkies. They enjoy lap attention and plenty of fussing. Male Yorkies are more sociable dogs. They do not tend to shy away from visitors and like their presence to be known, and sometimes felt, straight away. They enjoy playing on a more regular basis and do so with a great appetite for fun.

Read more about each before making your decision…

Do yorkies bark a lot?

Yorkshire terriers tend to bark a lot! This makes them excellent guard dogs because they will sound the alarm when anyone gets near, be it day or night. If this does not sound like something you want to put up with do not buy a Yorkshire Terrier. This barking problem can be resolved by the proper training.

If your yorkie question involves a health issue please ask the experts advice and use an online veterinarian. You can get a quick, professional answer by using the box below.

BUT if you have a puppy who is clearly sick, injured or in pain, please consult your own vet immediately!

Professional, online veterinary help is just a click away!

Other yorkshire terrier FAQs

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Parti Yorkies?
Question I have seen some breeders advertising Parti yorkies? A lot of times they have white on their bodies. Is this acceptable with the AKC? …

totaly stumped
I got a yorkie from a breeder when she was 9mths old and not potty trained. I managed to potty train her to use pee pee pads and go outside. I think …

My first yorkie dog…
I’ve just purchased my very 1st yorkie as a dog lover I admit, but was quite put aback at the breeders statement that my new son born Oct 13, 2011 had …

New Yorkie Owner
Question Hello! I have just recently got a yorkie puppy who is 7 weeks old. She is doing great and is potty trained outside for the most part. …

feeding 12 week old yorkie
Question I have a 12 week old yorkie and i need to know how many times a day she should be fed and about how many hours between? She is under 4 lbs …

Help with my hiper yorkie Holly!!!!!
Hello everybody reading 🙂 My little yorkie Holly is a little crazy and there are 2 reasons why this could be: 1.She didn’t have a mom to tell …

concerned yorkie owner
Hi I have a four year old miniature yorkie,my friend took hom for a walk for about an hour then later they went out for about 2 hours and then about …

A proud mommy of 2 female teacup yorkies!!!
Question We have just added a new yorkie to the family; “TinkerBell” and she is 8 weeks old. I have wanted to another yoorkshire terrier to the …

yorkie snubbing owner!!
Question My yorkie is 2 years old and has always loved me. Th past couple of weeks, he will not come near me…I am devestated!!! What would cause …

Yorkie has Dry Skin
Question My 2 year 9 month old Yorkie has very dry skin, it looks almost like dandruff, specially at his neck and by the tail, the rest of the body …

Yorkie Constant Begging for Food
Question I have a 3 year old Yorkie. She is over her 8 lb. limit. (More like Porkie than Yorkie. She will eat absolutely everything. I feed …

yorkie bites the lead and barks at night
Question We have recently adopted a 5 year old male yorkie called Buster. We have had him for a few days now and he is a lovely dog until its …

Difficulty housereaking our yorkie mix
Question A few months ago we got a little yorkie mix from our local dogs home. He is now approx 10 months old our problem is he has plenty of …

Yorkie sleeping habits
Why does my yorkie like to sleep curled around my neck? She is 15 weeks old and does not do this to anyone else, being happy to sleep on a knee, arm …

yorkie skin on her belly has turned dark.
Question My yorkie is 6 years old and I have noticed that her skin on her belly has turned dark. Has anyone else noticed this on their Yorkie? …

yorkie chewing her feet
Question What does it mean when she keeps chewing her feet? thankyou Answer Is this something that your yorkie has just started? It …

Yorkie Potty Training
Question I have heard that they are very very hard to potty-train. Is that true? If it is what are some ways you can potty-train your yorkie? …

How to stop my yorkie puppy from eating his poop?
Question: Hi, I have a 9 weeks male puppy. He eats his poop. Why does he eat his poop? How can I stop him from doing it? I clean straight away, …

Yorkie Biting
Question My Yorkie is 4 months old and bites my daughter mostly and sometimes my husband. What is the best way to stop my yorkie from biting? …

Yorkie drinking too much water
Question My yorkie tends to drink alot of water and he wee’s in the house atleast once a day. Is it because he is 12 years old and has other problems? …

yorkie puppy sleeps too much
Question what does it mean if my yorkie puppy is sleeping all day and night? I just bought him 6 days ago. He was fine the first day but now he …

how old do yorkies get?
Question How long do yorkshire terriers live because i just got one. Answer A yorkshire terriers lifespan can be between 12-15 years. …

Yorkie illnesses
Question Is there a disease that is common in Yorkshire terriers? Answer There are many common dog illnesses which can affect a yorkie. …

Keeping my male Yorkie clean
Question I have a 10 month old male Yorkie. Everytime he goes to the bathroom he wets all over himself. I have never cut his hair, don’t really …

My 3month old yorkie was perfectly fine till….
Question She got an injection today, a pill against worms, and her chip of identification. Now she is trembling refusing to get up ,when I try …

Eye booger in yorkies
Question Wanted to see if this is a Yorkie thing or more serious? Every morning my yorkie (Tiger) wakes up with some white substance on its right …

Are Yorkies water dogs?
Question How are Yorkies around water? Do they like to swim? Are they comfortable in canoes? Answer Yorkies are not really built for swimming. …

Dog Food for our Yorkies
Question We have 2 yorkies that are 10 years old, they weigh 3 & 4 pounds and eat about a quarter cup each a day. With their age what dog …

9 Yr. Old Female Yorkie…
Hello, We are about to bring home a healthy 9 yr. old female, spayed Yorkie. She is UTD on all her vaccines, on preventive meds (parvo, heartworm, etc.) …

First ever Yorkie pup 🙂
Question I have just put a deposit down on my first ever yorkie puppy. Can you please give me some advice on how to take care of him. For …

Yorkie good & bad habits
Question What are yorkie terrier good & bad habits? Answer First of all it is important to point out that all dogs are different, so even …

Yorkie Humping
Question What is the age that most yorkie start humping things? What if they start humping as a puppy? Does that mean anything? Answer Yorkie …

loss of weight and hair in my yorkie
Question My 11 year old Yorkie has allergies and recently has a loss of weight and hair. Continual biting of her feet and scratching. She has …

yorkie diet
Question Do yorkshire terriers eat alot? Answer Yorkies are small dogs so it will not take too much to fill up their tummys. When your …

Yorkie pup won’t drink water?
Question Seems like she has an aversion! We have to mix milk with her food to get her to take in liquids at all. She seems perfectly healthy …

Leaving my yorkie alone while at work/school.
Question Im considering buying a yorkie but i have done some research and many sites say that they cannot be left alone. Is this true? They will …

What should i call my male yorkshire terrier dog?
Question What should i call my male yorkshire terrier dog? It’s been very difficult. Answer There are so many great yorkie names. I would …

About my teacup yorkie Tigger
Question I have had a problem training and understanding about him because I have never owned a yorkshire terrier before. I would like more information …

Runt of the litter
Question What is the difference between runt of the litter and regular size? Is one better than the other. The female was the runt of the litter …

I Need some information regarding our 5 month Yorkie named Jack
Question Hi, we recently purchased an adorable male Yorkie at 8 weeks old. We believe he is the runt of the litter. He is now 5 months old and …

Yorkie pup sleeping through night…
Question When will a yorkie puppy learn to sleep through the night and how can i train him? Answer A yorkies sleeping habits will vary from …

Weight of my little girl
Question I just bought a female yorkie her name is Carly, she was born on 9/25/09 and she is weighing 1 lb and 7ozs. I want some kind of idea to …

parti yorkies
Question Are parti yorkies true yorkshire terriers and do they shed hair? Answer As far as I am aware the parti yorkie is black, tan and white. …

Training Question – Yorkie barking
I would like to know the best method for training a Yorkie not to bark, or at least to stop barking when told. I have tried everything I know that …

Yorkie Size
Question My yorkie weighs about 14 lbs. Is this normal? Answer The average weight for a yorkie is 6-7 lbs. Some of my readers have told …

Yorkie crying at night…
Question Daisy my miniture yorkshire terrier cries and howls at night, i have been going down to her to re-assure her but she carries on, how do i …

Yorkie Jealousy Problems
We think it is a jealousy problem. My little Yorkie (and I do mean little, she is 2 1/2 lbs)tries to bite my daughters Pug. At first they were …

my yorkshire terrier is eating her poo…
Question Hello my yorkshire terrier seems to be eating her poo lately, is this harmful to her? Answer This is not harmful, however it is a …

Aloneness
Question Are yorkies okay to be left alone for 6 hours, usually Monday through Friday? Answer I think the effect this would have on a yorkie …

Yorkie vomits after eating
Question Good day. We would appreciate some advice. Our yorkie eats in the morning but when we get home after work she vomits up the food (it …

My Yorkie Terrified of My Boyfriend
Question Hello, My boyfriend bought me a male yorkie puppy for our 7 year anniversary. We named him Beau. He’s turning 2 on January 14th. …

BITING ON ME
Question I have a precious little girl Carlie, she is almost 14 weeks, weights 1 lb 14 oz. She is potty trained she is the sweetest thing. When …

Yorkie doesn’t like the leash
Question I have a gorgeous three year old yorkie, she’s the cuttest thing ever! She’s obedient and totally loves people. First i must start, she …

Finding a yorkshire terrier
Question How do you find a yorkshire terrier when you loose him? Answer If you lose your yorkie I would go around your neighbourhood or …

Yorkie puppies
I have a registered female and male….. they had a litter of three. One is totally yorkie looks and the other two are still real short haired…. I have …

yorkie ear scratching
Question I’m new to dogs. The 18month old yorkie I just got scratches her ear obssessively. Already has a vet appt, but i’m wondering what to …

Yorkie Barking
Question My yorkie is 4 months and he doesn’t bark yet. Is that normal? Answer Many Yorkies are late bloomers when it comes to barking, but …

How do I Train my Yorkie?
Question I have read a lot about these puppies and about how to housebreak them and so on. But what I would like to know is how do you teach …

laying on pee
Question Another thing that my puppy does is that when he pees on his training pads he sometimes likes to lay on it and get it all over himself which …

yorkie peeing and pooping on bed
Question I have a 4 month old yorkie and sometimes he will pee and poop on his bed. Sometimes when I come up to him he will pee like crazy. …

Yorkie sleeping habbits
Question My 1 1/2 year old Yorkie seems to sleep all the time….I’m wondering if somehting is wrong with her….. Maybe I notice it more because …

Yorkie Eats Everything!
Question My beautiful Yorkie (Misha) is almost 6 months old and she chews on everything and I mean everything!! She has lots of toys! But sometimes …

Buying Yorkie
Question I am want to buy a female yorkie puppy. However, are pet shops the only safe (reliable) place to purchase one??? Answer When buying …

Yorkie
Question Do yorkies have dander? Answer All dogs have pet dander, however yorkshire terriers do not have as much as other dog breeds.

Colors and ears!
Question I have a 14 week old “positively perfect in every way” yorkie-poodle mix. She is 3/4 yorkie and 1/4 poodle. Below is a picture of her …

miniture yorkshire terrier
Question Hi I’ve just paid a deposit on a baby terrier he was only born yesterday I can take him home in seven weeks. I have an 8 yr old labrador …

Allison
Question Hi… We have a 4 year old Silky Terrier that continues to pee in the house (intermittently) both at night when we are sleeping and at other …

My Yorkies lick everything! 🙂
Question I’m a owner of three (3) Yorkies (Molly, Kaily and Maggie) and all three constitantly love to lick the sofa, the sheets/cover on the bed, …

4 week old yorkie puppy
Question I am wondering if my baby yorkie of about 4weeks needs to drink milk or water and if so should it be out of a bottle? Answer A yorkie …

yorkie worming and fleas
Question I have a rescue 2 yr old male yorkie. How often should he be wormed? What is the best stuff to use as a flea deterrent and how often …

Home Alone Yorkie
Question I have a yorkshire terrier, Lolita, who I leave home from 07:30 in the morning to about 4:45 in the afternoon. Is that too long for her …

Yorkie Puppies feeding
Question My yorkie is now 12 weeks, the pet store said after the bag of puppy food is gone we can feed them whatever. I know I would not prefer …

How much chocolate is considered fatal to a yorkie?
Question How much chocolate is considered fatal to a yorkie? Answer As a rule I do not feed my dogs any chocolate, but according to some research …

Older Yorkie all of a sudden jealous of younger Yorkie.
Question I have two Yorkies. Addison is 2.5 years old and Chloe is 1 year old. We brought Chloe home at 3 months and honestly got her to keep …

Yorkshire terrier not sleeping
Question In response to the sleeping all night-I have 2 Yorkie’s they are 2 1/2 and they do not sleep the night. I’m up with them 2 or 3 times …

Do I give up my son or my Yorkie?
Question My 13 year old son doesn’t spend much time with Floyd (our Yorkie),unless I’m in the hospital. Yet he really wants him to sleep in his …

New Yorkshire terrier puppy
Question We are getting a new addition to our family at Christmas and wanted to know if a collar or a harness should be used? Answer Before …

How often should I bath her?
Question I just got a 3 month old female yorkie, my daughter named her Hersheys – yes like the chocolate. I’d just like to know how often can I bath …

Feeding yorkies
Question How much and how often to feed my 3 1/2 year old female who is 10 lbs? Answer Feed him twice a day, and how much will depend on which …

Yorkie making hacking noises
Question Why does my yorkie make noises like he is trying to hack something up, but nothing EVER comes out? Answer Have you taken your yorkie …

Puppy or Adult Yorkie
Question What would be a good time to buy a yorkie when is is a puppy or a adult? Answer Personally I would always opt for buying a yorkie …

Yorkie grooming clippers
Question How to groom a yorkie at home…what kind of clipper should be used? Answer I have taken to using a professional groomer for harry …

Male or female yorkie?
Question I need some help. I have a male yorkie already. He is 17 months. My dilemma is that, I have to make a decisin whether I want another male …

Yorkie Protection
Question How do yorkies protect themselves? I read in a article that they are small but protective. Do they just bark or do they get violent? …

yorkie question
Question Hi im buying a male yorkie from a co – worker of mine he’s 11months and I wanted to know will he have seperation axntiety since he’s been …

Aggressive Barking
Question I adopted my yorkie, Roscoe about two weeks ago. He has been a sweet little angel until this past weekend. Everytime someone enters the …

No food is enough for my yorkie…
Question MY TWELVE WEEK OLD YORKIE ALWAYS ACTS AS THO HE IS STARVING. HE GOES TO THE CABINET WHERE I TAKE THE FOOD FROM AND GOES BANANAS TRYING TO …

cost
Question Would it cost alot to care for a yorkie? are they expensive? Answer Caring for any dog can prove to be expensive, however I would …

Bow legged Yorkie
Question My yorkie’s front legs appear to be bowed is this normal? Answer It is completely normal and many yorkies have bow legs. Many yorkies …

Liver shunts in yorkies…
Question Are yorkies born with liver shunts or do they grow into them? If they are born with them, when is the earliest they can be tested for liver …

What is a yorkies average size?
Question I need to find out an average size for Yorkies in inches. How long and how tall is an average size Yorkie? I know the weight averages …

Yorkies drinking milk
Question My question is whether or not my Yorkie can drink milk without worries of harming him. Puppy is now ten years old and has been a part of …

Yorkies!
Question Where can I get yorkies, what are the most common places? Answer If you are looking for a yorkshire terrier you could try visiting …

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