I think your question is a very good one. You sound like your going to be
a good Yorkie owner.
I understand there are many, many tiny Yorkies. Buddy is a larger one, however, I would have done no different if he were smaller.
I raised him like a dog but giving him lot's of love and hugs along the way.
I remember reading, before I got him, that this breed can become depressed
if not treated correctly. Treating them like a baby constantly is wrong.
They are dogs first and formost and need to be treated as such. Dressing
them from time to time is fine, heavens knows it's so tempting with all the
beautiful clothes out there but they need to be dog's first. Lot's of training
and praise just like a larger dog is key or you will wind up with a spoiled,
unsocialized dog that will rule the roost and they will if allowed to. They do
demand attention and should get lot's of it however you need to be boss,
(Alpha) at all times. They feel more secure knowing your taking care of them
and protecting them. They feel the love and can't get enough training, IMO.
Buddy thrives on it. You'll be fine because you already seem to know what to do. Good luck and don't forget to post pictures when you get your furbaby. |