The books in this series contain the latest and best information about each breed covering everything from the history of the breed, choice and selection through to grooming, feeding, training and showing
Yorkshire terriers are one of the most loveable, loyal, and playful breeds around - which explains why they're continually among the top ten most popular breeds in America! Their humble size makes them ideal for smaller homes and apartments, too. As lively, attentive companions, Yorkies exhibit as much energy as their larger canine counterparts - without taking up all the space! Written by pet expert Cheryl Smith, The Everything Yorkshire Terrier Book is the one handbook you need to help you and your Yorkie make the most of your special bond. With professional advice on nutrition, health care, and grooming, you'll soon become well versed in all your Yorkie's needs. The Everything Yorkshire Terrier Book helps you: Train and socialize your Yorkie Develop a balanced diet and exercise routine Teach effective discipline Identify common health problems Choose a veterinarian And more With advice like this, your Yorkie is in good hands - yours!
Teacup Yorkies - The Complete Owners Guide is a must-have book for any responsible owner of small or miniature Yorkshire Terrier dogs, which are also known as Teacup, Toy, Micro or Mini Yorkies. Written by an expert dog trainer and owner, Alan Kenworthy, who writes in a fun and entertaining way about Teacup Yorkie dogs. In addition, many top breeders make contributions, including two bonus interview chapters, one featuring a top breeder and one asking an owner about their experiences. Just some of the subjects covered include: breed information, buying a puppy, how much are prices, costs, rescue, adoption, health, grooming, food, diet, handling, care and welfare, to training your Teacup dog and understanding his general behavior. Full of useful hints and tips about these magnificent small dogs, this guide contains up-to-date information and is full of sound advice written in an easy to read and understand style.
Traces the history of the Yorkshire terrier, explains the standards of the breed, tells how to feed and care for them, and includes advice on preparing them for show
If you're looking for just one book about Yorkshire Terriers that covers everything you want to know, Y.I.C.'s GIANT Book of Yorkshire Terrier Care is it. This amazingly comprehensive book will help you raise the healthiest, happiest Yorkie possible. From Day 1 of bringing your puppy home, to ensuring your dog has a smooth transition into the senior years, this 362-page in-depth book is your guide for each step and phase of your Yorkie's life. Every topic that you care about is thoroughly explored with incredibly helpful detail: Yorkshire Terrier appearance, barking (all possible scenarios), every behavioral issue you may encounter (29 sections), body part specific care, care by season, skin & coat care, hierarchy and command training, exercise, feeding and nutrition (10 sections), female issues (including full pregnancy and whelping info), grooming (13 sections), and health issues (32 sections - including an incredibly helpful and thorough allergy guide, health conditions the Yorkshire Terrier is prone to, those that are common with toy breeds, and issues applicable to canines in general). In addition, learn about keeping your Yorkie active, leash aspects (choosing accessories, refusal to walk, training for heeling, and more), exact step-by-step housebreaking (including how to avoid every possible setback, resulting in a remarkably well-trained pup), territorial marking, separation anxiety remedies to help your dog gain self-confidence and be okay when home alone, socialization and desensitization training, a detailed chapter dedicated to keeping your Yorkie safe, and much more. Importantly, there are no topics that are skimmed over, leaving you wondering what to do next. This extensive Yorkshire Terrier book offers exact answers including reactions, resolutions, treatments, and training. Y.I.C. (YorkieInfoCenter), your #1 Yorkie informational site, has access to a substantial database. This allowed us to include helpful statistics that breaks down appearance, behavior, and health of 2,146 Yorkshire Terriers. The results are enlightening. You'll also have 2 growth charts showing the stats of 128 Yorkies tracked through their first-year weigh-ins. Contributors include several top reputable AKC breeders and author and trainer Faye Dunningham who provides special-edition training sections. Being 8.5x11" and 362 pages, this Yorkshire Terrier book for puppies and dogs truly is GIANT; expect to have a lot to read. However, you'll never feel overwhelmed. Great care went into formatting via distinct fonts, headers, and bullet points, for enjoyable reading. And, throughout your book, you'll see helpful charts, graphs, sidebars, and lots of adorable photos (b&w). Whether everything is going along great and you just want to plan ahead for your dog's next phase in life, or there's lots of things to work on, today is the day to start fresh. Let's begin the journey to providing optimal health, comfort, safety, and happiness to your Yorkshire Terrier.
So you want to adopt or are thinking about adopting a Yorkshire Terrier. The 6th most popular dog in the U.S., Yorkies are energetic, playful, and loving companions—and they’re cute as a button! But it’s wise to know enough about the breed to determine whether or not a Yorkie is the right dog for you. This fun, friendly guide helps you decide if a Yorkie suits your lifestyle and gives you expert advice on keeping your dog healthy and content. Yorkshire Terriers For Dummies is for you if you’re thinking about getting a puppy or adult Yorkie and want to know the best way to take care of this perky little pet. This guide gives you the straight facts on everything you need to know about the health and well being of your Yorkie, featuring expert guidance in: Finding the right Yorkie for you Preparing your home for the new arrival Managing nutrition and health Exercising and entertaining your Yorkie Handling behavioral problems From feeding and training to socializing, you’ll see how to meet a Yorkshire Terrier’s special needs and develop a long and positive relationship with your dog. You’ll discover the most important questions to ask a breeder and how to select the perfect Yorkie, as well as choose the right supplies. Then, you’ll see how to acclimate a Yorkie to your home and your family, housetrain him, and set up a daily routine that works for both of you. You’ll also find savvy tips on: Making it through the first night with your Yorkie Finding a veterinarian Teaching the most important commands Grooming your Yorkie’s gorgeous long coat Spotting symptoms of common health problems in Yorkies Breeding or showing your Yorkie Complete with an immunization schedule, a guide to puppy-proofing your home, a list of online resources, and an 8-page full-color insert, Yorkshire Terriers For Dummies is the fun and easy way® to keep your little Yorkie happy and healthy!
A comprehensive, holistic approach to caring for Yorkshire Terriers -- Inspirational stories that warm the heart and also teach lessons about caring for yorkies -- Provides guidance on preventive health care -- Homeopathic and holistic treatments/recipes described -- Best way to select a Yorkie -- Special section on traveling with Yorkies -- Yorkies and senior citizens -- why this is a perfect match -- Comprehensive resource section on Yorkie clubs, breeders, rescues, supplies, etc.
ABOUT THE BOOK Yorkshire Terriers are majestic little dogs; proud and intelligent with flowing locks and human-like hair. With their spunky attitude that belies their size, the 'Yorkie' is a popular choice among dog lovers. The Yorkshire Terrier, which originally hails from the English city of Yorkshire, was a working class dog, primarily used as rat catchers in nineteenth century clothing mills. Later on, the dog left the realm of the working classes to become a companion pet for high society families in Europe. The breed was first recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885. EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK To socialize your Yorkshire Terrier effectively, you should start by introducing him to as many different people as possible. Encourage gentle play and petting. Make careful choices; a single well-behaved child will offer your dog a more positive experience that a group of noisy ones will. Next on the agenda are the sights, sounds and smells of life outside. Try and incorporate a variety of environments into your daily walk. Take him to the park, down a busy street and pay particular care to visit places that you would normally frequent; it is imperative that he becomes used to a wide variety of locations. As the weeks pass, you can build upon his social skills by introducing more and more stimuli. Yorkshire Terriers can find it difficult to get along with other animals, so you should tackle this potential issue as soon as his inoculations have been administered. Puppy training classes are a great idea, but you should also attempt to introduce your dog to cats and rabbits from an early age to avoid problems later. Your Yorkshire Terrier and Children All things considered, the Yorkshire Terrier is a friendly breed of dog, although special care should be taken if you have children. Your dog will have been introduced to children of all ages as part of your socialization efforts, but it is a different thing to have a child meet a dog once to having children and dogs share your home on a full-time basis. Yorkshire Terriers are one of the smallest breeds of dog in the world and can be extremely vulnerable to rough play. They are prone to snap if physically hurt, so the majority of quality breeders will not allow a Yorkshire Terrier to be placed with a family that has children under seven years old... Buy a copy to keep reading!
Written by a professional dog whisperer and dog owner, the Biewer Terrier Complete Owner's Manual has the answers you may need when researching this adventurous and charming, toy-sized companion canine. Learn about this loyal small dog that was originally bred in the United Kingdom for eliminating vermin, and find out whether this affectionate, entertaining terrier will be the best choice for you and your family. Learn everything there is to know, including little known facts and secrets and how to care for every aspect of the Biewer Terrier's life. This manual contains all the information you need, from birth to the Rainbow Bridge, including transitioning through house breaking, care, feeding, training and end of life, so that you can make a well-informed decision about whether or not this dog is the breed for you. If you already have a Biewer Terrier, this book will teach you everything you need to know to make your dog a happy dog and to make you a happy dog owner. The author George Hoppendale is an experienced writer and a true animal lover. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home. Co-Author Asia Moore is a professional Dog Whisperer, Cynologist and Author, living on Vancouver Island, off the west coast of British Columbia, in Canada, who believes that all humans and dogs can live together in harmony. She and her dog whispering team, which includes an 8-year-old Shih Tzu named Boris, teach dog psychology to humans, to help alleviate problem behaviors that arise between humans and their canine counterparts so that everyone can live a happy and stress-free life together. Covered in this book: - Bad treats and snacks - Before you buy - Caring for your aging dog - Choosing the right dog - Daily care - Feeding - Finding a breeder - Good treats and snacks - Grooming - Health and common health problems - House training - Medical care & safety - Poisonous Foods & Plants - Pros and Cons - Puppy proofing your home - Temperament - The first weeks - Training - Vital statistics .... and much more.