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Sharonandtink · 12-13-2007, 01:56 PM

Yorkie can have liver shunts, problems with their hips (most dogs can get this), joint problems, teeth decay and colapsed trakes. Some of this can be prevented with food and life styles.

Some live to be 15, 16 and 17. It just depends.

12-13-2007, 01:56 PM	#2
Sharonandtink Proud Alaskan Grandma! Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 1,174	Yorkie can have liver shunts, problems with their hips (most dogs can get this), joint problems, teeth decay and colapsed trakes. Some of this can be prevented with food and life styles. Some live to be 15, 16 and 17. It just depends. __________________ Sharon Paul RIP:Tinkerbell- Sept 1, 2004-Apr 23, 2008 Delilah Please Strive To Be A Positive Poster!!!