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Answer by li
Submitted on 6/3/2004
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The Yorkshire Terrier is classed in the Toy Group by both the AKC and Canadian Kennel Club. They usually range in size from about 4 lbs to 7 lbs. Over 7 lbs is oversize and larger than the breed standard. There is no minimum size in the breed standard but under 4 lbs is considered to be undersized by most reputable breeders. Unfortunately, the people who don't know the breed have come up with nomenclature of teacup, toy, miniature, standard sized Yorkies. It is all nonsense. Never buy from the Internet anyway. Use it as a tool to find a breeder to go visit, talk to them and find out how knowledgeable they are about the breed. Make sure you have knowledge so they can't lie to you and get away with it. Go to the Yorkshire Terrier Club of America website at www.ytca.org to find information and a breeder referral list. Li

Answer by Yorkie Rescue
Submitted on 10/2/2006
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Yorkies do not shed but require considerable grooming. This is a health necessity since their coat grows continuously throughout their lives. I do Yorkie rescue so I can tell you what happens to Yorkies who do not get this grooming - heavy matts form that block pores and cause skin problems. I once had to clip down a Yorkie who was so badely matted, her coat actually broke my clippers! A five year old is too young for a Yorkie. First, they are small dogs - the breed standard says that they should not exceed seven pounds. That means a Yorkie puppy can be as little as two pounds! Such a tiny dog is at serious risk of injury form a young child. Young kids like to carry, squeeze and hold things. If a Yorkie, especially a young Yorkie were to be dropped, it would mean serious injury or even death. In addition, Yorkies are toy TERRIERS. They are descended from much larger terriers that were bred to kill vermin. That makes them very tenacious and fiesty. They do not take well to even well-intentioned man handling from children and can become nippers as a result. So young kids and Yorkies are a BAD idea (a 10 year old who is mature enough to understand all of the above is fine, I'd worry about a five year old and would not adopt one of my rescues to a family with a child of that age).

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Question by Minxy
Submitted on 1/1/2004
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What is the difference between a minature yorkie and a teacup yorkie and where can i get one from?

Answer by yorkie
Submitted on 5/30/2004
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There is no such thing as a tea cup yorkie. The breed you are referring to is the yorkshire terrier. They are a small breed only about 7 pounds and 6-7 inches tall. They are very active and like to run need to be exorcised. They also have long hair that needs a lot of grooming. If you want to put the time into them they are a nice breed. I would go to www.petfinder.com and search under yorkshire terrier breed there are a lot of dogs listed there.

Answer by Lindee
Submitted on 7/4/2004
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I am thinking about purchasing a yorkshire terrier and i was wondering if anyone could tell me a little bit about them. Do they shed? How big do they get? Are they good with small children (5,10)? If someone could just give me some information on them i would really appriceate it. Thank You Lindee

Answer by Betsy
Submitted on 8/14/2004
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Would a 4-5 lb. yorkie be considered a standard?

Answer by Chase
Submitted on 10/26/2004
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Ok I have to Yorkshire Terrier and yes they are called Tea Cups because of there size they can range from 3 pounds to 10 pounds about depending which breed you get they can get bigger in weight but my tea cups are 3 pounds and the size of pop cans and they are full grown also. They are VERY good for young children because like the one post said there are energetic and there small and very fun :). They also can get hurt easily if your not carefull. They also do not shed. Any more questions ask!

Answer by kd
Submitted on 11/10/2004
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Hi, I am currently in the process of purchasing a yorkie from a breeder. My puppy is the runt of the litter,and I am just wondering what would be the proper age for me to pick him up. He is 9 and a half weeks old right now and I just would like to know when he might be ready or does it depend on the dog.

Answer by Escalade
Submitted on 1/12/2005
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one is a miniature and one is a teacup stupid ass. don't ask stupid questions if you don't want stupid answers. P.S. I'm Black

Answer by Shelby
Submitted on 1/28/2005
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A miniature yorkie tastes very much like poodle, while a teacup yorkie has much more fat and the flavor is more like a bulldog.

Answer by AzWildcat
Submitted on 4/9/2005
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We have an oversize Yorkie -- in his peak 17 lbs. He has been the most pleasant, sweetest, lovable, and perhaps the smartest dog we have ever owned. Unfortunately, he is now almost 16 years old, has diabetes, blind, and almost deaf. He will soon have to be put to sleep. Don't worry about his size, or even if he is a purebred (ours was). Just find one that will love you and you can love back.

Answer by Pat
Submitted on 6/26/2005
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They are not good to have with small children. They are fragile and can be injured easily.Mine is 3 years old weighs 5.1 pounds and has an attitude that won't stop. Very intelligent, very yappy good luck

Answer by L.w.
Submitted on 8/9/2005
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SOME DON'T SHED.THEY ARE SMALL DOGS.THEY ARE VERY GOOD WITH CHILDREN.

Answer by habbo
Submitted on 8/29/2005
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i have to yorkshire terriers and they are brill with my to young children as long as the children are good with them they are no promblem

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Answer by mel
Submitted on 11/28/2005
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People who breed Yorkies to be as tiny as they can be, without caring about health or temperment or anything else, call them teacups. Yorkies can be 8 or nine pounds, but bad breeders try to sell ones that are two or three. Children can break these dogs by poking them.

Answer by taz9344
Submitted on 12/4/2005
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I have two Yorkshire terriers, they are sisters two years apart. Fantastic little dogs, however, one loves kids the other is not so sociable with them. It depends upon the individual nature of the dog, a bit like humans I suppose, some of us love kids and others don't, but as a pet, I think they are brilliant

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Submitted on 1/19/2006
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Answer by Melissa
Submitted on 12/29/2005
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Yorkshire terrier's do NOT shed. they have hair. not fur. They are great with small children. It's best to buy one from a small family kennel. Never buy one from a pet shop or online. As they are most likely to come from puppy mills and you never get to see the parents. They are great companions... active and playful then a lapdog when sleepy. the best of both worlds.

Answer by Beauceron
Submitted on 3/9/2006
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All dopgs shed. Yorkies have slightly greasy coats, and are not always great for people seeking hypo-allergenic dogs. I wouldn't reccoemdn them for a child as young as five, the kids may accedantally hurt the dog, and then the dog would bite them. Average weight is about 5-8 lbs. When you decide to get one find a good breeder, and stay away from PET STORES!!!! ~Chesara Kennels, breeding only the finest in Beaucerons and Bernese Mountain dogs~

Answer by Katie
Submitted on 3/18/2006
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Is Puppypetite a good place to purchase a Yorkshire terrier? I was going to purchase from wizardofclaws but did research and found that they were not recommended.

Answer by mommalisa
Submitted on 4/2/2006
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yorkies are very gentle but protective animals, they are difficult to train if you are not with them a lot, they do not shed but they do lose hair like a human would and they require a lot of grooming. they are prone to eye problems. but in general they are one of the most loving dogs i have ever had. and yes they are, at least my yorkie is good with children. they loved to be cuddled! good luck and i hope if you get one it is as well mannered as mine.

Answer by Like to ask Questions
Submitted on 4/25/2006
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HEY! I'm also wonderin' how big yorkies get! My family and I would love to get a yorkie, our garden is just perfect for a little fella like that! But how many times a day do u have to walk those rascals? Also, what would I call the little guy? Any advice? thanks, Inga

Answer by PC-Chan
Submitted on 5/29/2006
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Yorkiesare not good with small children. They're very fragile and they need -alot- of attention. They do not shed very much at all. They are small dogs, so they don't usually way more than 8 pounds. As they age, they sometimes get more set in there ways. They don't adjust too well to change. In my opinion, I feel they they're better for families with older children and teenagers. Small children don't realize sometimes that picking a small dog up the wrong way, or touching them the wrong way can hurt them. Our yorkie was rescued from a very abusive woman and her almost-as-abusive daughter, and even now he cowers sometimes if you approach to pet him too quickly.

Answer by Lesley
Submitted on 6/23/2006
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I got my yorkshire terrier when i was 6 as a gift, and she was just a few weeks old. I've had her ever since. She is now 14 and a half years old and she's doing great. going deaf, but great. She's always been very tolerant of little kids and loves people. she was always around 5-6 lbs until she had puppies. after that she stayed around 8-10 lbs. All of her puppies were small and under 7 lbs.

Answer by butterfly
Submitted on 7/2/2006
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i own a lovely little yorkshire terrier the question i am asking is she is definately small what is the basic diet of a miniature yorkie she doesnt seem to have a very big appitite she is six months old and has just come into season

Answer by et
Submitted on 7/13/2006
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shut up and buy one.If you dont like it toe-punt it over the fence

Answer by susanb
Submitted on 7/24/2006
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To Lindee, I have had two yorkies and they are wonderful pets. They shed like any long haired dog does. No less and no more. That would be the only drawback is the grooming. But it is worth it. They are very sweet and lovable. Susanb

Answer by liza
Submitted on 7/29/2006
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I was just wondering if all yorkies grow the long long hair.

Answer by babs
Submitted on 8/12/2006
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I am not an expert but did own a yorkie for a few years and he was wonderfully obedient and sweet. He was an older dog when I got him, and developed some eye problems at age ten or so and had occasional trouble with joints as he aged. He never shed which is a plus. My yorkie was not, however, good with small children, though I'm not aware that is true of all yorkies.

Answer by becci
Submitted on 8/13/2006
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i have a male yorkie he is very good with children of all ages but i have had them since he was 9 weeks so he didnt really know any diffrent. he doesnt shed at all but i have heard some shed a little bit. Mine is a year old now and weighs 7 pounds and he wont get any bigger. he is very loving and playful he gets on with every other animals(even cats) we have had some trouble with his house breaking but he has been quite good since we put in a doggy door. He has never chewed anything except his own toys and was very quick at learning tricks (sit, lay down etc).

Answer by Laura
Submitted on 9/17/2006
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I have a Yorkie and she's perfect (purchased from the internet) I found her at yorkiepup.com talk to the breeder and checkout the website. She has hair not fur no shedding, no barking, no problems... great with all people young and old alike. She weighs 3.4lbs and will all liklihood grow to be 4lbs. Teacup yorkies are extremely small and fragile.Checkout the site and talk to breeders. They live to be about 14yrs old and give sheer joy. Only fault I can see with this breed is their hair needs to be groomed and combed everyday, which I knew before I bought her. I paid $1800 some cost more, some cost less... but the love and joy is priceless.

Answer by Sol
Submitted on 9/27/2006
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Yes , they do shed , but they do not get that big , 4-7 lbs . They are a lot of fun and are very very good with childrens .

Answer by Yorkshire
Submitted on 10/10/2006
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To answer your questions - a) No they do not shed b) They grow to about 8-9 inches in height at the most c) They should be watched with small children, though if treated with care and love they should respond nicely. Not advised with children under 10 yrs old. This dog is intelligent, lively and loving. A great constant companion will become of it

Answer by Donovan
Submitted on 11/7/2006
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what is the approximate weight and height of a standard yorkie, I am about to purchase one and i was told it grows to 4.4kg'scan this be true

Answer by fersu
Submitted on 12/18/2006
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how big are toy yorkshires

Answer by brooke.
Submitted on 2/2/2007
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first off there is a difference between yorkshires and teacups. i have one of both. they don't shed and they don't get very big. they have a pretty good temper. if they grow up with kids around then they will be fine. espically if they are 5 and 10 it should be just fine.

Answer by lalie
Submitted on 3/29/2007
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you will be very happy purchasing a Yorkie. They are happy loyal little dogs. They do not shed and are idea for people who suffer from allergies. They have hair alot like humans so they doe not shed any animal dander. I have asthma triggered from dog dander and I have been okay. I also am allergic to grass, so I have to be careful that my Yorkie doesn't track in grass from the yard. They are high maintenance dogs, so make sure you are ready to bath your yorkie once a week and comb his hair out. professional grooming can be done twice week.