Archive for February, 2009

Yorkie History

The Yorkie has a very interesting history.  From its origins in England, to its rise as one of the most popular dog breeds in the United States.  This dog breed has a long and unique history all its own.  While it is derived from other breeds of dogs, now since it is so popular, people [...]

Trials and Tribulations When Caring For Yorkies

My Yorkies never seem to slow down.  It is likely a factor of their youth, but sometimes it can be tiring.  Caring for yorkies does not have to be difficult, except if you are showing them.  I used to show one of my Yorkies years ago and it required a lot of time and money.  [...]

Yorkie Health Problems

Yorkies in general are very healthy animals, but they can be prone to certain diseases and genetic conditions that seem to occur in slightly higher percentages than other breeds.  Each dog breed has specific problems that can occur and these are the ones to watch out for in yorkies.

Cold Hard Cash And All Those Yorkie Hybrids!!

Thinking about forking over some cash for the Yorkie hybrid of the week?  Yorkies are a very popular breed which is why many breeders try to cross it with other dogs to create new crossbreeds.  Hybrids is not an accurate definition when dealing with this subject.  A true hybrid is a cross between two different [...]

Yorkie Housbreaking Tips

Yorkie housebreaking tips can be very helpful for new dog owner’s or those dog owner’s who seem to not be able to get a handle on how to housebreak your Yorkie.  Potty training dogs does not have to be difficult, in fact it can be easy if you have the time and the patience to [...]

Yorkie Pet Insurance Scams

Yorkie pet insurance is becoming more and more popular these days, but in order to get the most out of it you have to protect yourself as a consumer.  While pet insurance has increased in quality over the last few years, there has to be a reason why both Consumer Reports and Reader’s Digest both [...]

Yorkie Cuts

Yorkie cuts can vary tremendously depending on what look you want and what groomer you use.  I trim my yorkies myself, and you should to if you are not going to show them.

Tips For Whelping Yorkies

Last post we talked about breeding yorkies, and if you were successful that means you are reading this post about tips for whelping yorkies.  Yorkies generally have few problems during whelping but you must be prepared just in case.