The Everything Yorkshire Terrier Book

by Smith, Cheryl S.

• ISBN13: 9781593374235
• ISBN10: 1593374232
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-10-01
• Publisher: Adams Media Corp

Summary

Their humble size makes them ideal for smaller homes and apartments. As lively, attentive companions, Yorkies exhibit as much energy as their larger canine counterparts-without taking up all the space!

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION	xiii
CHAPTER 1: History of the Breed	1	(14)
Origins in Britain	1	(3)
Rising Popularity	4	(1)
Changing Standards	5	(3)
Notable Individuals	8	(2)
Beyond the Show Ring	10	(2)
Current Conditions	12	(3)
CHAPTER 2: What to Expect from a Yorkie	15	(16)
Defining Characteristics	15	(3)
The Yorkshire Terrier Official Standard	18	(4)
Terrier Temperament	22	(1)
Pet Dog Versus Show Dog	23	(3)
Lifespan	26	(2)
Never Ignore a Yorkie	28	(3)
CHAPTER 3: Where to Find Your Yorkshire Terrier	31	(14)
Organizing Your Search	31	(2)
Show Breeders	33	(3)
Backyard Breeders	36	(2)
Rescue Organizations	38	(2)
Animal Shelters and Humane Societies	40	(1)
Pet Shops	41	(2)
Important Information	43	(2)
CHAPTER 4: How to Choose Your Yorkie	45	(16)
Know What You Want Before You Look	45	(2)
Puppy or Older	47	(2)
Male or Female	49	(2)
One, Two, or More	51	(1)
Yorkies with Others	52	(2)
Personality Testing	54	(3)
Pedigrees, Contracts, and Health Guarantees	57	(2)
Choosing an Adult Yorkshire Terrier	59	(2)
CHAPTER 5: Preparing for Your New Pet	61	(18)
Family Members	61	(2)
Puppy-Proofing the Home	63	(6)
Choosing Your Safe Areas	69	(1)
Sleeping Arrangements	70	(1)
Supplies You'll Need or Want	71	(4)
Choosing a Veterinarian	75	(4)
CHAPTER 6: Bringing Your Yorkie Home	79	(14)
Planning Ahead	79	(2)
Picking Up Your Pup from the Breeder	81	(2)
If Your Puppy Must Be Shipped	83	(1)
Once You Arrive Home	84	(3)
Making Introductions	87	(2)
Visiting the Vet	89	(2)
The First Few Nights	91	(2)
CHAPTER 7: Housetraining	93	(12)
Concerning Crates	93	(2)
Paper and Litter Box Training	95	(1)
Outdoor Training	96	(4)
Long Term Confinement	100	(1)
Dealing with Accidents	101	(1)
Housetraining Setbacks	102	(1)
Dog Doors	103	(2)
CHAPTER 8: Grooming	105	(14)
Basic Supplies	105	(3)
Grooming Your Yorkie	108	(3)
Bathing	111	(2)
Tooth and Nail Care	113	(2)
Cleaning Eyes and Ears	115	(1)
Using a Professional Groomer	115	(1)
Yorkies for Show	116	(1)
Yorkies at Home	117	(2)
CHAPTER 9: Basic Nutrition	119	(18)
What a Dog Needs	119	(2)
Commercial Foods	121	(3)
Canned, Kibble, or Other	124	(3)
Where and When to Feed	127	(2)
Homemade Diets	129	(2)
Treats	131	(1)
Table Scraps	131	(1)
Avoiding Obesity	132	(5)
CHAPTER 10: Basic Health Care	137	(14)
Vaccinations	137	(3)
Parasite Control	140	(1)
Spay and Neuter	141	(2)
Home Health Checks and Handling	143	(2)
How to Examine Your Yorkie	145	(2)
Normal Parameters	147	(1)
Giving Medication	148	(3)
CHAPTER 11: Common Illnesses and Injuries	151	(12)
Allergies	151	(4)
Diarrhea, Vomiting, and Refusal to Eat	155	(2)
Foxtails and Other Weed Seeds	157	(1)
Hypothermia	158	(1)
Bumps and Bruises	159	(2)
Eye and Teeth Problems	161	(2)
CHAPTER 12: Congenital and Hereditary Diseases	163	(16)
Patellar Luxation	163	(2)
Collapsing Trachea	165	(3)
Pancreatitis	168	(3)
Portosystemic Shunt	171	(4)
Lymphangiectasia	175	(1)
Other Possibly Hereditary Disorders	176	(3)
CHAPTER 13: Socialization	179	(14)
Getting Out and About	179	(4)
Meeting New Friends	183	(1)
Canine Pals	183	(3)
A Baby in the House	186	(3)
People Leaving the Home	189	(1)
Moving to a New Home	190	(3)
CHAPTER 14: Choosing a Trainer and Classes	193	(12)
Locating and Interviewing the Trainer	193	(3)
Observing Classes	196	(1)
Private or Group Classes	197	(1)
Puppy Classes	198	(3)
Good Manners Classes	201	(1)
Continuing Education	202	(3)
CHAPTER 15: Basic and More Advanced Training	205	(14)
Keep It Positive	205	(3)
Training "Sit"	208	(3)
Training "Down"	211	(2)
Training "Come"	213	(3)
Walk Nicely on Leash	216	(2)
Continuing Training	218	(1)
CHAPTER 16: Traveling with Your Yorkie	219	(16)
Car Travel	219	(4)
Air Travel	223	(4)
Boat Travel	227	(2)
Travel Abroad	229	(2)
Boarding Kennels	231	(3)
Pet Sitters	234	(1)
CHAPTER 17: Dog Sports and Activities	235	(16)
Conformation	235	(6)
Obedience	241	(2)
Agility	243	(2)
Freestyle	245	(2)
Go-to-Ground Competition	247	(1)
Pet Therapy	248	(3)
CHAPTER 18: Behavior Problems	251	(14)
The Instinct to Spoil	251	(2)
Shyness	253	(3)
Aggression	256	(3)
Barking and Whining	259	(1)
Digging	260	(2)
Separation Anxiety	262	(3)
CHAPTER 19: Emergency Health Care	265	(14)
Your Canine First-Aid Kit	265	(2)
Using a Muzzle	267	(1)
CPR	268	(2)
Moving an Injured Dog	270	(1)
Specific Emergencies	271	(5)
Emergency Clinics and After-Hours Care	276	(3)
CHAPTER 20: As Your Yorkie Grows Older	279	(13)
When Is a Yorkie a Senior?	279	(1)
More Frequent Health Exams	280	(1)
Nutrition	281	(2)
The Problems of Aging	283	(6)
Accommodating Changes in Your Older Yorkie	289	(1)
Saying Goodbye	290	(2)
APPENDIX A: Glossary of Terms	292	(3)
APPENDIX B: Additional Written Resources	295	(3)
APPENDIX C: Organizations and Online Shopping	298	(2)
INDEX	300