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Originally Posted by Connie I think it's probably a good thing she isn't jumping. By not jumping, it is saving on wear and tear on her little joints. Yorkies are prone to leg problems and as much as I get a kick out of seeing Maddie jumping around, I always think that it is hard on her legs and just hope and pray she isn't causing too much stress on her legs.
Since you rescued her from a puppy mill, she maybe never had a chance to jump and just doesn't know how. Thank goodness she's in a loving home now and I would bet she will start jumping eventually, but if she never does, at least you can know she'll keep her legs strong and healthy! |
I totally agree!!
You do not want her to jump. My vet said yorkies should not jump up or down onto or off of anything higher than their shoulder! You need to provide steps and ramps to the furniture. I have fshioned steps to my bed from a decorative ottoman and some decorative suitcases. I bought the foan steps for the kids beds and we use big pillows on the floor for the couch.
Please do not encourage your yorkie to jump. I had a miniature poodle that I let jump on and off my bed and when she got older she had terrible arthritis. I never forgave myself and it was awful seeing her in so much pain.