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This book covers many areas of the Yorkshire Terrier dog breed. If you are thinking about owning a "Yorkie" this is a good book to review first. Some of the areas covered included: Please be kind and review after reading. Kindle Edition , 63 pages. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. Lists with This Book. This book is not yet featured on Listopia.

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Aug 20, Helen L. Williams rated it it was amazing. Other potential problems include hypothyroidism, portacaval liver shunt, hypoglycemia, allergies, diabetes, progressive retinal atrophy, and tooth and gum weaknesses. Those who think that small size and appealing appearance equal daintiness and tractability should think again. Yorkie temperament is similar to that of other terriers - this little dog not only wants to be in charge, it will be in charge if given half a chance. Nothing sways him from his self-appointed superiority, not a Great Dane or a Rottweiler or a wimpy owner.

He can be scrappy with other animals, manipulative if not trained, and stubborn. Poorly-bred Yorkies can also be snappy, territorial with food and toys, and hard to housetrain. For these reasons, Yorkies are not the best choice for a family with babies or young children. Yorkies also need more daily care than most terriers.

Although they don't shed much, the long, silky hair will tangle and mat if not properly brushed. Diet is important; soft foods can exacerbate problems with already weak teeth and gums. So why are they so popular? Yorkies can be perfect for apartments, for families with older children, for individuals or couples without children, and even for families on the go.

They fit nicely in backpacks and shoulder bags and can even ride under the seat in special airline-approved carriers.

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They are bright, perky, fun dogs indoors, are alert watchdogs, and need little outdoor exercise. And for the competition-minded, they can hold their own in obedience and agility events. Some folks think the tiny Yorkie isn't tiny enough at four-to-seven pounds and are producing what they call "teacup Yorkies" or "doll-faced" Yorkies that weigh in at three pounds or less. The code of ethics of the Yorkshire Terrier Club of America does not allow use of any words that indicate that adult dogs are extra small in size. Here's what the club website says about extra-small Yorkies:.

They are extremely susceptible to both hereditary and non-hereditary health problems, including birth defects that may go undetected for a long time. Other common problems may include, but are not limited to, diarrhea, vomiting, along with extra and expensive tests prior to routine teeth cleanings and surgeries.

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Small ones are more likely to have poor reactions to anesthesia and die from it. Tiny dogs are more easily injured by falls, being stepped on and being attacked by other dogs. These health problems nearly always result in large veterinary bills. Yorkie's are also favorites for creating first-generation mixed breeds by crossing them with Toy Poodles. These "Yorkie-poos" are not a breed, and potential buyers should be wary of paying purebred prices for these mixes. For more information about the Yorkie, visit the breed club website at http: Those who are considering the Yorkie for the first time should be sure to check out the breeder referral page at http: The first breed developed and shown in the land down under, the Australian Terrier springs from the same basic stock as the Yorkshire Terrier but is a slightly larger, coarser dog without the flowing coat.

Know initially as "Australian Terriers, Rough-Coated," the Aussie developed from a native dog of the country's Tasmania Territory, a dog that was closely related to the same old Scotch dogs that produced the Yorkie. As with all breeds, historians do not always agree on the details, but according to the AKC Complete Dog Book , the breeds that were crossbred to produce the Aussie included the precursors of the Dandie Dinmont and Skye terriers along with the old Black-and-Tan Terrier and perhaps the Irish and Cairn terriers.

The result was a hardy dog that served as a frontier helper and companion. Described in The Complete Dog Book as "fast, sturdy, rough, weatherproof, and fearless," the Aussies helped control rats and snakes, tend sheep, and alert settlers to intruders. Standing inches tall the Yorkie is generally seven-to-nine inches tall , the Aussie weighs from pounds to his cousin's seven pounds or less.

He has upright ears; a harsh, straight coat with a distinctive ruff and apron; and a docked tail. He comes in two colors sandy and red and one pattern blue and tan, a la the Yorkie. Although bold and plucky, he is quieter and more obedient than many other terriers. He adjusts well to apartment living, but he needs outdoor exercise.

He's good with kids if raised with them, but he's a rascal with kids or adults who are pushovers. Chris Walkowicz, author of A Perfect Match: A Dog Buyer's Guide , described the Aussie this way. Otherwise, the Aussie will be the one lying by the fire while his owners fetch and carry. Unlike the Yorkie, the Aussie needs very little grooming.

He is generally a healthy breed, but prospective buyers should ask about luxating patellas, diabetes, allergies, progressive retinal atrophy, and Legg-Perthes disease, a skeletal problem that causes rear-end lameness. Like most terriers, the Aussie digs. He'd probably dig all the way back to Australia if he's not stopped, so if a perfect lawn or a prize-winning garden is a family goal, the Aussie may not fit the picture.

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Ranked in popularity among the AKC breeds and varieties, the Aussie had individuals registered in Although not nearly as easy to find as a Yorkie and not as amenable to pampering, he is a lively, affectionate, willing companion. Also developed in Australia, the Silky is a blend of the Aussie with some Yorkies that were brought into the territories of New South Wales and Victoria late in the 19th Century. The initial breedings were done to improve the coat color of the Aussies and the offspring were exhibited under all three breed names.

Fanciers in each territory wrote standards in the first decade of the 20th Century, and it took another 17 years to iron out the differences. The breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club in ; it ranked 65 of breeds and varieties in with individuals registered. The Silky fits between the Aussie and the Yorkie in size, coat, temperament, and popularity.

Nine-to inches at the withers, his ideal weight is eight-to pounds. His silky coat is five-to-six inches long and is parted in the middle. He is dark blue or silver blue with tan markings and has upright ears and the typical keen terrier expression and carriage. Sharper than the Aussie, the Silky can be scrappy with other dogs and heck-on-wheels with small pets such as cats, rabbits, Guinea pigs, or hamsters. He sheds little, needs frequent grooming to prevent mats and tangles, and is an active, inquisitive indoor pet.

He also barks, as most terriers are wont to do.