Yorkshire Terrier Expert Advice
Trainer
It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking your Yorkie doesn't need training. He's so little that it's no big deal to just pick him up when you need to take him somewhere. But if you want him to be a mentally and physically healthy, well-adjusted member of society instead of a snappy little arm-shark, some basic training is in order. - Pat Miller, a certified pet dog trainer and author of The Power of Positive Dog Training (from Popular Dogs: Yorkshire Terriers)
Groomer
The interesting fact about a Yorkshire Terrier's coat is that it grows perpetually. It doesn't hit one length and stop growing, which is why you see Yorkies at dog shows with long, flowing coats that gracefully swing from side to side as they run. The same coat that breeders strive to produce can be the bane of a Yorkie owner's existence. Keeping your dog in a full, beautiful coat requires dedication and commitment to a regular [grooming] routine. - Diana Mohler, former grooming shop owner (from Popular Dogs: Yorkshire Terriers)
Breeder
"[Just as] there are no cookie-cutter families, there is a variety of personalities in this breed. I've placed Yorkies with people who live in motor homes and travel the country. I've had Yorkies go into homes where they've become agility dogs and competed in trials. Some are living the life of royalty in condos on the beach, or sitting in laps as their owners get work done at their desks." - Chris Vick, a 20-year Yorkie breeder and owner of Mystic Yorkshire Terriers in Eagleville , Tenn. (from Popular Dogs: Yorkshire Terriers)
Veterinarian
Hypoglycemia is a potentially life-threatening problem that affects Yorkies and other Toy breeds. Dogs of any age can suffer from hypoglycemia, but the most common form, transient juvenile hypoglycemia, occurs in puppies younger than 4 months of age. Puppies typically develop hypoglycemia after exercising vigorously, when they're stressed - such as during a trip to the veterinarian - or when they've gone too long without eating. - Karla S. Rugh, D.V.M., Ph.D. (from Popular Dogs: Yorkshire Terriers)
