I WANT SOME INFO ON YORKSHIRE TERRIERS ANYTHING REALLY

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Answer by Li
Submitted on 6/3/2004
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The breed standard for the Yorkshire terrier is under 7 lbs as published in the standard by the AKC and Canadian Kennel Club. Over 7 lbs is considered to be oversized and should be sold for pet only never to be bred. Unfortunately, people who don't know better will breed them and they will produce some pretty big puppies. So you can see a 14 or more lbs Yorkie but this is not reputable breeding if you are purposely breeding too large. On the flip side, very small, under 4 lbs, is considered to be very undersized. The breed standard does not cite a minimum desireable weight or size but reputable breeders consider under 4 lbs very undersized. This is where the 'teacup' terminology comes in by breeders who don't know anything about Yorkies or the breed standard and likely don't care. Teacup is a clever marketing ploy to sell an undersized representative of the breed. In any purebred breed of dog, you can get oversized and undersized representatives of the breed, not just in Yorkies. Inventing names for them doesn't make them something else, they are still a Yorkie, classed as a toy or companion dog. An undersized Sheltie is still a Sheltie not a toy sheltie etc Li

Answer by becky
Submitted on 8/22/2004
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Anyone that is a good breeder knows that AKC says a yorkie is 4 to 7 lbs. Anyone that try to sell a yorkie that is bigger,buyer beware they care nothing of the breed except to make money. Yorkie under 4 lbs is also bad IF YOU BREED IT BECAUSE YOU WONT A SMALLER YORKIE TO MAKE MONEY, WHY TAKE A CHANCE AND BREED A DOG THAT IS TO SMALL, THEN YOU HAVE TO WORRY IF IT HAS TO HAVE A C-SECTION. THEN YOU HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT THE YORKIE DYING. If SOMEONE WOULD BREED A SMALL YORKIE TO MAKE MONEY NOT CARING IF THE MOTHER YORKIE LIVES OR DIES IS NO BREEDER BUT A SCAM ARTIST MAKING money OFF POOR LITTLE YORKIEs THAT LOVE WITH OUT ASKING ANY THING OF YOU. THEY ARE GREAT HOUSE DOGS. If SOMEONE SAYS THEY CAN'T BE TRAINED DO NOT KNOW WHAT THEY ARE TALKING ABOUT. I RAISE YORKIE, I START BRUSHING them AT TWO WEEKS, I PAD TRAIN THEM AT TWO WEEKS. when MY YORKIES LEAVE THEY KNOW WHAT TO DO AND NOT DO,AND THEY LOVE ME TOO.

Answer by hayley
Submitted on 1/2/2005
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Some of you [no offense] seem to be a little mis-informed.. Yorkshire terriers should only weigh up to around 7 lbs. 14 or 15 is definately too big. thats not saying that a 14 pound yorkie wouldnt make a great pet, it just doesnt fit the standard. yorkies do not shed.. their hair is like a persons and needs to be washed regularly [weekly or so] with special shampoo and conditioning treatments. it does however require a lot of brushing, unless you get it clipped into a puppy cut [good for a PET]. also, yorkies do not really come in different colors.. all should be black with tan markings as puppies, but as they grow the tan spreads out through their body, and as they age they become much lighter, especially females who have given birth. i love love LOVE the breed and if u have any questions you can email me at hmayer615@yahoo.com

Answer by ccpuff
Submitted on 6/16/2005
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Hi, as far as yorkies and weight, I don't understand why some breeders get so upset about calling undersized yorkies teacups, or tinnies. No one is trying to fool any one and I don't believe any one is being fooled. If you know that a puppy is going to be undersized as a adult, then it needs to be called something. Why not teacup! That is the size. People want smaller than 10 pound yorkies. I have seen more Yorkie breeders fool people by telling them the puppy they just bought will stay under 5 pounds when they know the pup will grow to be 7 pounds. The breeders are the ones that for some reason think a 3 or 4 pound yorkie is worth 2000.00 or more. and a 7 pound yorkie is worth 900.00. I have talked to many yorkie breeders that brag on how small their tinnies are. Yet every yorkie breeder will get mad when any one questions them on how big the pup will end up. all the breeders out their that say their is no teacups or tinnies, should sell all the pups for the same price. If you want to clam they are undersized and most often sickly, then why are you asking for twice the price for a inferior pups.

Answer by ilovemybentley!
Submitted on 1/13/2006
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my boyfriend and i purchased a yorkie about 5 months ago. we have the cutest little male yorkie named Bentley. He is 6 months old, 6.2lbs, extremely sweet, loves to cuddle, always in need of our attention (always gets a lot of attention!), very loyal, smart and is the perfect little dog to call our 'baby'. He gets along great with children and loves to play with other animals. Hair is very soft and silky, doesnt shed at all, but can look messy if not brushed. Doesn't bark much, always lets me know when someones at the door. He has a great personality- but can be snobby at times... if he's yelled at, he won't talk to you for hours! He gets upset very easily and whines, even cries! (poor baby) but when hes not in a bad mood hes absolutley wonderful to be with and cuddle in front of the tv with! i recommend everyone to go out and get their own baby yorkie...

Answer by �Chris�
Submitted on 5/9/2006
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I have been wanting a Yorkie for So Long !!! And i finally got one... i have no regrets. this is the cutest, smartest, and loyalist dog I've ever come across! if you are thinking about getting one i say --> "GO FOR IT"... you'll have absolutley no regrets, and how can you say no to that face? there absolutley ADORABLE . The most they can weigh is 7-8 pounds. when they are pup's they are black and brown. but while they grow the color changes, to a steel-blue color. they are very affectionate dogs. but may not be very suitable for children that are rough, and very young. they are very fragil animals and must be cared for gently. there are also teacup yorkies, (i have one) adn i prefer the teacup more then the bigger ones... if this is a dog that you are intrested in then PLEASE make sure you have the right habitatfor your yorkie ! our they become very bored, and this could lead to " dull personalites " and bordem. so make sure if you are getting a yokie that you are all set for him/her.. :-)

Answer by nikia
Submitted on 6/28/2006
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ok i really do Not know much about yorkies and i am getting one when my dad comes back from IRAQ (i am 11). We are going to buy one for like 500 ($$$$). i am spoiled. but i have been doing research and here are some cool websites you should check out if you need to know more info on yorkies. www.yorkies.com www.i-love-yorkies.com www.yorkieinfo.com if you want more websites just email me at my public email address which is Divastarjye@zoomshare.com just to let you know do not send me things with attachments like the website becus i will not open it like emails that are the bulk boxes. just tell me everything in the email. i am glad to help anyone with questions they may have thank you nikia

Answer by toot
Submitted on 8/5/2006
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i breed yorkshire terriers they do not shed they have great temperaments but i wouldn't recommend having more then 1 male in a house as they tend to fight unless raised together. there is no such thing as a t-cup just the x-small that shouldn't be bred or in my opinion be produced though are cute the smaller most of the time the more the health problems i do have a 3lb male and he is as healthy as an ox but i would never try to make anything smaller than that i never breed a female less than 5.5lbs thats just me. i do health checks on all my dogs and make sure that they are breeding quality its hard work i don't recommend it :) but i do recommend that people get yorkies as long as you don't have small kids as if provoked or injured they may bite they are great dogs and come in all colors my favorite is the silver but more common is the black and tan.

Answer by Taliesinn
Submitted on 5/17/2007
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I have a wonderful male yorkie who is also a great hunter. He is big for his breed, 16 lbs, but is great and resilient play partner for my grand kids and my step-son's female brindle boxer. I have found out when they are as big as he (both parents were under 7 lbs), it is the old original genetics of the breed coming out (Broken-haired Scotch Terriers). We got him after we had to put down my 15.5 year old American Cocker and just before we had to put down our 21 year old Chihuahua -- he came from a home we knew (a very good registered breeder - we saw him a week after he was born, only male of the litter) and have to admit, after meeting others with the "tea-cups", would not wish to have anything smaller! He is bright, intelligent and makes everyone smile -- and you will enjoy. Cheers!

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Question by TINY
Submitted on 12/8/2003
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I WANT SOME INFO ON YORKSHIRE TERRIERS ANYTHING REALLY

Answer by Mk
Submitted on 12/11/2003
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Well Yorkies are loving and very energetic dogs. They have a "look at me" personality. Their hair is silky and can grow very long.The standard size is under 7lbs. They are also very affectionate dogs.

Answer by Nicole
Submitted on 1/31/2004
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I want to right about the yorkshire terrier dogs.RIGHT NOW?

Answer by Krista
Submitted on 2/11/2004
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I have two other dogs and I really want a Yorkie, would he get along with my other two dogs?

Answer by teddy
Submitted on 3/14/2004
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I luv Yorkies,i think they are the best,they grow to weigh 7-8 pounds at the most,if u want a teacup yorkie that is,yories,non teacup,grow to weigh about 15 lbs,at the most,personally,I would get the teacup Yorkie!!`~!!

Answer by Amanda
Submitted on 3/22/2004
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THEY ARE GREAT DOGS!

Answer by Gin
Submitted on 4/21/2004
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I love my little yorkie, she is very observant and one of the smartest dogs I have ever came across. Yorkies are very fragile, please DO NOT purchase if you have children. You have to take extra gentle care for them.

Answer by mo
Submitted on 4/25/2004
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Are Yorkies good with little children

Answer by HAYLEY
Submitted on 5/18/2004
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YORKIES WEIGH 13 TO 14 POUNDS AT THE MOST. THEIR HAIR WHEN THEY ARE PUPPIES ARE BROWN AND BLACK. WHEN THEY ARE GROWN UP THEY WILL HAVE A STEEL-BLUE COLOR FROM THE TOP OF THE NECK TO THE TIP OF THE TAIL.THEY WILLREACH 15-17 INCHES.VERY ACTIVE AND PLAYFUL.MALE OR FEMALE THEY ARE VERY CUTE!!!!!!!!

Answer by sammi
Submitted on 5/21/2004
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i love yorkies i have to little ones they are very loving and they love to play, i have one Grey one and i have a black one she is staying black shes gorgeous but there is one thing yorkies are very fragile so be careful

Answer by yorkielvr
Submitted on 5/26/2004
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ive read that yorkies grow to only about 7 pounds not big like 17 pounds.4-7 pounds is normal.if you have a 14 pound yorkie it must be something else.

Answer by Lisa
Submitted on 5/27/2004
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I have a steel blue yorkie called Poppy. She is adorable and very affectionate. Be careful not to walk them too far as they have very fragile hind legs.

Answer by kristi
Submitted on 7/16/2004
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i am thinkin of gettin a yorkie but do they shed alot?

Answer by Jenn
Submitted on 8/10/2004
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I have 2 rescued yorkies a small 1 that weighs under 5 lbs n 1 that is 9lbs i also have a cocker spaniel who will b 2 this month and they all get along very well.

Answer by Tami
Submitted on 8/23/2004
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My Mom has a Yorkie that has AKC papers and is about 9 months old and already weighs 8 lbs. She's not convinced it's a Yorkie because of his size, he has all the right coloring and looks like a Yorkie.....just a big one.

Answer by Jackie
Submitted on 9/5/2005
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they do shed alot SO DEFINETOLY DON'T GET A YORKIE SO I CAN RULE THE WORLD I LOVE PICFKLES ACTAULLY THEY ARE gross SO BEAUTIFUL YORKIES ARE BLOND SO LONG MY FRIEND MY FAVORITE SONG IS WONDER WALLL I WANT TICKETS SEE YA!!! XOXOXOO

Answer by HDChick10
Submitted on 10/11/2005
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I am doing some research on Yorkies.. I have tons of questions... If anyone could answer these, I would greatly appreciate it. I have found a wide range of pricing, whats the difference between a $700 yorkie and a $3000 yorkie? What is the average life span? What is the average amount of pups they deliver? How old are the yorkies when they start breeding? How many times a year can/do they normally breed? Why is DNA testing done? Does different weights mean some are healthier than others?

Answer by jess
Submitted on 9/23/2004
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yorkies are really good with kids and lovely and playable i have one called teddy and it's a minature it's well cute i will advise u to get one coz it will be one of the best things you have done in your life and you won't regret it .

Answer by Susan & The Heartbeats
Submitted on 10/4/2004
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Yorkies don't shed like typical dogs do. Their coat is more like our own hair. In other words, when you pet a labrador or a greyhound, you will have hair (fur) on your hands that you might shake off. When you stroke a yorkie, you will not. I have 3 yorkies and 2 chinese cresteds; I can wear black OR white clothing without worry of having dog hair on me. BUT, yorkies do require daily GROOMING--brushing to keep their beautiful coat from matting.

Answer by MonteD
Submitted on 10/25/2004
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Li, I want to thank you for offering the most accurate info regarding "teacup" and over-sized/undersized Yorkies! I grow quite weary of seeing ads and receiving calls for "teacup" Yorkies... as if that was a specific breed of this wonderful dog. Kristi, you will find that healthy Yorkies do NOT shed, another trait that I dearly love :-)

Answer by baby girl
Submitted on 12/3/2004
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I thick that they are the most beautiful creatures in the word

Answer by aleda
Submitted on 12/4/2004
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hey i want a yorkie as well and im in the sacramento,ca area, does anyone know a good breeder with a decent price in the surrounding areas? please help me out?!

Answer by rach
Submitted on 12/8/2004
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yorkies are great pets that bark alotThey dont shed and are very playful.AND ADORABLE...

Answer by ZL
Submitted on 1/15/2005
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I am new to this site but I have a Question not an answer, is a Yorkie a good pet? I am looking for a dog and I am thinking a Yorkie or a Shih Tzu, if you have experience with either of these please give me your feedback. I have really been wanting a small dog. So does anyone know which would be better? Thanks

Answer by yorkiepal
Submitted on 4/25/2005
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i have a 3 year old yorkie. we lived in Germany and got her there so she still has a long, bushy tail. she is soooooo sweet. i love yorkies and in school right now i am doing a research project on them. i choose to do the yorkie

Answer by Alisha
Submitted on 5/22/2005
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Don't shed (not noticeable) Difficult to house train. VERY good with children.Attention-loving. very playful and affectionate.Do have knee problems , also a n esophageal problem in some dogs.(lots of hacking;coughing

Answer by doobiedoobiedooo
Submitted on 7/19/2005
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they dont shed at all but need haircuts from time to time and alot of grooming.

Answer by treed
Submitted on 9/5/2005
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We have 2 Great Danes and a 2m Yorkie and the Danes do fine with her and she is a little dog with a big dog attitude!! She lets them know who is boss lol

Answer by roxy luver
Submitted on 9/9/2005
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now i have not had the chance to purchase a yorkie yet but i am getting one in june i just have 1 thing to say if you pay extra for a"teacup"yorkie you have been scammed they are just selling you the runts who cant show or breed!

Answer by james
Submitted on 10/13/2005
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Do they shed alot? I have allergies and am allergic to dog. poodles and shih zhus are ok. I have a small shih zhu, would the yorkshire give me any trouble? My brother also has ashma. i apologize for the inconvenience, but can someone email me the response to JdmFanatic@gmail.com? thank you

Answer by all4christ
Submitted on 10/29/2005
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no, yorkies don't shed. i have a little yorkie girl and she only sheds a little now because she is losing her puppy coat.

Answer by Samantha
Submitted on 10/31/2005
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Yorkies are cute,fun but mostly INTELLIGENT! It may be expensive, but it sure is worth it!

Answer by Kaitlyn
Submitted on 11/6/2005
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I want to get a Yorke and i want to know if they get along well with other dogs and also cats? and how much they cost?

Answer by shay
Submitted on 11/24/2005
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I'm thinking of getting a yorkie but my dads allergic.should i get a yorkie?why shouldn't you get a yorkie if you have kids?

Answer by iheartyorkies
Submitted on 12/11/2005
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yorkies DO NOT shed at all, they don't have an undercoat:) good for people with allergies:)

Answer by Lauren
Submitted on 12/11/2005
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hey! Li was right about tea cup yorkie, it's a ploy to make money. All they are, are undersize dogs. Of course they are adorable and small. but they also take SO much care until they are about 6 months old. Up until then you have have to feed them every 2-3 hours and you HAVE to watch their sugar level If you don't they will crash and die. Basically someone MUST be with them 24/7. If this is to difficult for you...DON'T get it! Not unless you want to blow around 2,000 dollars for a runt! They are wonderful dogs! i love them! The best part is that they shed VERY little to not at all!

Answer by mr. mcdonalds
Submitted on 12/24/2005
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no they don't they have a layer of human like hair