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waysh0 · 08-23-2004, 07:37 AM

I recently got my first dog, a yorkie! He is currently 10 weeks and 2.4 pounds. His ears are down and not erect at all. Is this normal for a puppy his age? Is there anything I can do to make them stand up that is harmless? I already have the hair on his ears trimmed down.

Also on a side note, if he’s 2.4 pounds now, how big will he probably get when full grown? I feed Him Nutra Lamb Puppy food, and mix some Wellness in 2-3 days of the week. I am not too concerned with his adult size (I got the biggest one in the litter purposely so he wouldn’t be too delicate). I’m just wondering. Thanks in advance for any advice.

Gypsy Rose · 08-23-2004, 08:00 AM

I can't offer you much advice I'm afraid but merely wanted to congratulate you on your pup!! What's his name?! I have a year old yorkie, Gypsy Rose and awaiting a sister for her in 3 wks -saw her again yesterday (she's 5wks now!). Gypsy Rose's ears were upright at 8 weeks when we had her and she has LOTS of hair on her ears, never did anything to them not even trimmed the hair BUT as I'm sure others will tell you they all differ and your yorkies ears could well stand up yet. Bet he's gorgeous - do tell us about him! Ana xx

fly-baby · 08-23-2004, 10:42 AM

Welcome abord Waysh0, I'm new to this site as well.

As far as the ears, aside from having 1/3 of the ear trimmed as you already have my vet taped my previous Yorkies ears together and it worked great. Ask your vet about it or you can just wait around eventually they will go up, I knew somebody whose yorkie had 1 ear up and the other down, eventually they both went up.

waysh0 · 08-23-2004, 10:54 AM

His name is Teddy Baby... But Ive been calling him Binky for some reason, hehe. He whines and whines when he doesnt get his way. Ive already spoiled him to death in the last 2 weeks of having him. He likes to play with other dogs a lot. His best friend is a Jack Russell/Chihuahua mix named Jake. He likes to pull on Jakes ears and chase his tail. His favorite thing to do is act like a cat and stalk his stuffed animals and then pounch on them. Its the funniest thing. Then, he will hop around like a little bunny rabbit. He hates his harness and leash, and he doesnt like riding in the car unless he has a lap to sit on. Its funny how happy this little guy makes me. I have such severe mother's syndrome. I cant sleep through the night. I keep checking on him and wake up at 3am for potty time without an alarm clock.

fly-baby · 08-23-2004, 12:08 PM

I like the name Binky, it sounds so cute. I'm listening to you and it's like dejavoue all over again. These babies do bring so much joy to our hearts, I don't see how anyone can not fall in love with them at first sight.

Attach some pictures.......

waysh0 · 08-23-2004, 07:24 PM

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fasteddie · 08-23-2004, 07:39 PM

Welcome to the site! Your baby looks so cute!

Read the following thread regarding floppy ears. There's a lot of good info on there!

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...highlight=ears

Gypsy Rose · 08-23-2004, 11:01 PM

What a lovely baby!! IF the ears stay down , may I say they actually suit your baby that way?!! Ana xx

sadiemylady · 08-24-2004, 05:23 PM

Are there any instructions or photos of how to tape the ears and what to use?

fly-baby · 08-24-2004, 07:17 PM

Sadie, I believe your vet should be doing this, but here are a couple of photos I came across, hope it helps.....
http://images.snapfish.com/33%3B6634...B6664792ot1lsi
http://images.snapfish.com/33%3B6634...B6664994ot1lsi

I just love Binky's pictures, he's absolutely darling, isn't it funny how they look like rockweilers a first and then they turn into such beautiful swans.

jer_lin · 08-24-2004, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by waysh0

I recently got my first dog, a yorkie! He is currently 10 weeks and 2.4 pounds. His ears are down and not erect at all. Is this normal for a puppy his age? Is there anything I can do to make them stand up that is harmless? I already have the hair on his ears trimmed down.

Also on a side note, if he’s 2.4 pounds now, how big will he probably get when full grown? I feed Him Nutra Lamb Puppy food, and mix some Wellness in 2-3 days of the week. I am not too concerned with his adult size (I got the biggest one in the litter purposely so he wouldn’t be too delicate). I’m just wondering. Thanks in advance for any advice.

waysh0==trim all the hair inside and out from his ears;not just the top 1/3 ;and taping can make a very big difference;do talk with your vet about this;it may take several weeks of taping; on for 5 days off for 2 days;
I know a little bit about yorkies;we've had 6 litters this year; if your pup weights 3 lb at 12 weeks;he should be around 6 lb when grown
jer_lin

Shelby Jewell · 11-03-2010, 02:18 PM

My baby's ears didn't stand up until she was 12 weeks old. They would be up for a short while then fold down again but now they are up all the time.

lexi43 · 11-03-2010, 03:23 PM

Zach's one ear flops down when he's tired but I think he looks so cute that way.

DvlshAngel985 · 11-03-2010, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Shelby Jewell

My baby's ears didn't stand up until she was 12 weeks old. They would be up for a short while then fold down again but now they are up all the time.

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Originally Posted by lexi43

Zach's one ear flops down when he's tired but I think he looks so cute that way.

You guys do know this thread is over 6 years old, right?

AllDogBoots · 11-03-2010, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985

You guys do know this thread is over 6 years old, right?

The oldest resurrection i've seen yet! Wonder if Teddy Baby's ears are up

08-23-2004, 07:37 AM	#1
waysh0 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 34	ears down? I recently got my first dog, a yorkie! He is currently 10 weeks and 2.4 pounds. His ears are down and not erect at all. Is this normal for a puppy his age? Is there anything I can do to make them stand up that is harmless? I already have the hair on his ears trimmed down. Also on a side note, if he’s 2.4 pounds now, how big will he probably get when full grown? I feed Him Nutra Lamb Puppy food, and mix some Wellness in 2-3 days of the week. I am not too concerned with his adult size (I got the biggest one in the litter purposely so he wouldn’t be too delicate). I’m just wondering. Thanks in advance for any advice.

08-23-2004, 10:42 AM	#3
fly-baby Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: New York Posts: 30	Welcome abord Waysh0, I'm new to this site as well. As far as the ears, aside from having 1/3 of the ear trimmed as you already have my vet taped my previous Yorkies ears together and it worked great. Ask your vet about it or you can just wait around eventually they will go up, I knew somebody whose yorkie had 1 ear up and the other down, eventually they both went up. __________________ »»-(¯`°´¯)--»» Juliette »»-(¯`°´¯)--»»

08-23-2004, 12:08 PM	#5
fly-baby Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: New York Posts: 30	I like the name Binky, it sounds so cute. I'm listening to you and it's like dejavoue all over again. These babies do bring so much joy to our hearts, I don't see how anyone can not fall in love with them at first sight. Attach some pictures....... __________________ »»-(¯`°´¯)--»» Juliette »»-(¯`°´¯)--»»

08-24-2004, 07:17 PM	#10
fly-baby Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: New York Posts: 30	Sadie, I believe your vet should be doing this, but here are a couple of photos I came across, hope it helps..... http://images.snapfish.com/33%3B6634...B6664792ot1lsi http://images.snapfish.com/33%3B6634...B6664994ot1lsi I just love Binky's pictures, he's absolutely darling, isn't it funny how they look like rockweilers a first and then they turn into such beautiful swans. __________________ »»-(¯`°´¯)--»» Juliette »»-(¯`°´¯)--»» Last edited by fly-baby; 08-24-2004 at 07:24 PM.

08-23-2004, 08:00 AM	#2
Gypsy Rose Owned by Gyps and Gizz Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Wales Posts: 629	I can't offer you much advice I'm afraid but merely wanted to congratulate you on your pup!! What's his name?! I have a year old yorkie, Gypsy Rose and awaiting a sister for her in 3 wks -saw her again yesterday (she's 5wks now!). Gypsy Rose's ears were upright at 8 weeks when we had her and she has LOTS of hair on her ears, never did anything to them not even trimmed the hair BUT as I'm sure others will tell you they all differ and your yorkies ears could well stand up yet. Bet he's gorgeous - do tell us about him! Ana xx

08-23-2004, 10:54 AM	#4
waysh0 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 34	His name is Teddy Baby... But Ive been calling him Binky for some reason, hehe. He whines and whines when he doesnt get his way. Ive already spoiled him to death in the last 2 weeks of having him. He likes to play with other dogs a lot. His best friend is a Jack Russell/Chihuahua mix named Jake. He likes to pull on Jakes ears and chase his tail. His favorite thing to do is act like a cat and stalk his stuffed animals and then pounch on them. Its the funniest thing. Then, he will hop around like a little bunny rabbit. He hates his harness and leash, and he doesnt like riding in the car unless he has a lap to sit on. Its funny how happy this little guy makes me. I have such severe mother's syndrome. I cant sleep through the night. I keep checking on him and wake up at 3am for potty time without an alarm clock.

08-23-2004, 07:24 PM	#6
waysh0 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 34	http://www.teamfc3s.org/forum/attach...&postid=355594 http://www.teamfc3s.org/forum/attach...&postid=355593

08-23-2004, 07:39 PM	#7
fasteddie *YT 6000 Club Member* Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 6,238	Welcome to the site! Your baby looks so cute! Read the following thread regarding floppy ears. There's a lot of good info on there! http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/sho...highlight=ears

08-23-2004, 11:01 PM	#8
Gypsy Rose Owned by Gyps and Gizz Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Wales Posts: 629	What a lovely baby!! IF the ears stay down , may I say they actually suit your baby that way?!! Ana xx

08-24-2004, 05:23 PM	#9
sadiemylady Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Texas USA Posts: 66	Are there any instructions or photos of how to tape the ears and what to use?

11-03-2010, 02:18 PM	#12
Shelby Jewell Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Sidney, NE Posts: 23	My baby's ears didn't stand up until she was 12 weeks old. They would be up for a short while then fold down again but now they are up all the time.

11-03-2010, 03:23 PM	#13
lexi43 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Deer Park New York Posts: 1,586	Zach's one ear flops down when he's tired but I think he looks so cute that way.