Read About Toy Yorkshire Terriers Breed

Toy Yorkshire Terriers are small dogs that think they are big dogs. They think they are bigger than what they actually are when it comes to the courage they show. ImageThey are charming, loyal, and intelligent. They are the ideal companions if you live in an apartment or a small home. You will find that this dog breed is a happy camper as long as you are close by.

Toy Yorkshire Terriers are ideal for traveling with. They are just the right size to carry. You can take them on long quiet walks or just putter around the house with them. All they really need is you and a few toys to keep them occupied when you haven't got the time. They have an acute sense of hearing and therefore make excellent watchdogs. They have no problem in letting you know that someone is coming. If you are living in an apartment, you'll have to check with the neighbors, as this little creature can be noisy at times.

The general dog grooming for Toy Yorkshire Terriers is really up to the owner, but your choices are limited. They do need grooming as they have very long hair and it needs to be kept from matting. If you are going to do this yourself, it will take a bit of time and effort on your part. It will include regular bath times and combing on some daily basis. Your other alternative is to take your Toy Yorkshire Terrier to a dog grooming salon to be groomed. Some people cut and shave the hair for the comfort of the Terrier, as well as their comfort.

ImageNo matter if you groom them or take them for a haircut, you have a beautiful dog with erect ears and a docked tail, which is docked when they are born. The hair Toy Yorkshire Terriers sport is usually tied on top to keep the hair out of their eyes and there are many fancy bows you can get on the market today. Their colors are usually dark steel blue mixed with tan. The Toy Terrier stands about 8 inches high and weighs three to seven pounds.

Toy Yorkshire Terriers are not the dogs for little children unless they have grown up with them. The Toy Terrier is so small that there is always a worry with a small child that they may hurt the little puppy by accident, but they will quite willingly share their home with other pets. They make the perfect companion for apartment living, but can certainly take to large home living and the freedom of a back yard.

The best thing you can do with Yorkshire Terriers after you bring them home is enroll them in obedience training. This not only teaches them your commands, but goes a long way in helping your dog being sociable when he interacts with other animals and people. Toy Yorkshire Terriers are extremely smart and can be trained with clicker training in addition to obedience school.