I was re-reading the FAQ when I noticed this odd bit:
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* Foods to avoid giving your Yorkie are onions, dark chocolate, and hot spices. Some Yorkies have been given chocolate with no problems, but we would strongly suggest not giving them any if you can help it.
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It's my understanding that theobromine (in chocolate) is a neurotoxin that's LETHAL for small dogs...
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The lethal dosage of theobromine in dogs is between 250 and 500 mgs/kg, or about 2/3 to 1 1/3 of baking chocolate for every 2.2 pounds of body weight. However, serious non-fatal poisonings have been reported in dogs after eating smaller amounts.
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Read more here...
http://chemistry.about.com/gi/dynami...chocolate.html
From the formula I see above, 1 chocolate bar could kill a two pound Yorkie, and two bars could do in a 5 pounder. Scary huh? I felt like the FAQ kinda understated the danger of chocolate and made it seem like it's an option. Chocolate of any kinds should be strictly avoided in my opinion, ESPECIALLY in smaller dogs!