Will a Yorkshire Terrier Make a Good Pet-Pros & Cons

Yorkshire Terriers are, arguably, the cutest dogs in the world. Their smallness, long silky hair, ability to travel around in a tote and their high self-esteem make up a pretty adorable package. Take one look at a picture of a Yorkie puppy, and you will agree that they are hard to resist. It is not unusual for a family to fall in love with a pet Yorkie charmer and then add another Yorkshire Terrier to the mix. They can live for up to 15 years, so with the proper care, you can have your pet for a good long time. To assure that they live a full life, choose the best dog food and supplements you can afford. Natural ingredients and products will usually be the best for your pet.

So let's look at the pros and cons of owning a Yorkshire Terrier.

Pros:

Yorkies are small, making them perfect for apartment living and for traveling.

They usually get along with other pets ( except, perhaps, pet mice) that live in the same family home.

If you need a guard dog, their barks when they hear someone coming to the door will alert you to unexpected visitors.

Yorkshire Terriers are an intelligent breed.

Definitely a lap dog, Yorkies also enjoy the comforts of a soft pillow or bed, preferably as close to you as possible.

Because of their size, you will save money on dog food, which will allow you to get the best natural (no processing, no preservatives, no toxins) dog food you can find.

Cons:

Their size makes them vulnerable to bullying, or worse, from larger dogs (even though they think they can take on anything and everybody).

They can be adversely effected by the rough-housing, loud voices, or high energy levels of children.

Since they are so small in size, cold weather or rain may prohibit them from going outside for potty duties. They might need to use a product such as biodegradable Doggie Pads.

Their strong spirit can make them difficult to train. At times you'll need a lot of patience.

Grooming will have to be more frequent, since Yorkies have long hair all over their bodies.

If you decide that a pet Yorkshire Terrier is for you, remember to establish yourself as a leader (even these teeny angels will try to be alpha if you don't change their minds); keep them up-to-date-on veterinarian visits (remember they have tendencies to develop knee problems, tracheal collapses, hypoglycemia, and some other canine disorders); give them plenty of care along with affection, and you will be a member in good standing of the "We Love Yorkies" society (yes, there really is such a group...find them online).