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Old 11-30-2010, 10:11 AM   #1
mandyja
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Default New Yorkie owner, he came from a bad home, advice needed please.

Hi everyone!

I just received an adult Yorkie(about 3-4 years old). He came from a broken home with an owner who was a drug addict(female) and also had a mental disorder.

I took him in just a few days ago, not knowing any of his history. I'm actually not sure if he is a full breed Yorkshire-but the vet and many others seem to clasify him as one. He seems a bit tall compared to the Yorkies I have seen. I will post a picture of him when I first received him.

http://i54.tinypic.com/2yxkv1s.jpg

He is so sweet, very hyper/jumpy/jittery. He seems to bark at all men, he is not neutered, and he had fleas which we are currently treating.

I had to have his hair cut very short due to the matted hair and fleas. I am feeding him Eukanuba(which is what I was recommended but have read is not a good choice)

I want the best for him.

Do you have any tips for a new dog owner?

Does he look like a yorkie?

What are some good brands of food for him? Also, do I need yorkie specific food, or just small breed?

What shampoo/conditioner do you use for your dog?

Is he at an ok age for behavior classes?

Thank you!
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