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Originally Posted by topknot  
See Yorkshire Terrier Club of America Code of Ethics #8 Under Code of Ethics: Use of Terms.
The smaller nose yorkies can have problem with their teeth. Teeth care will need to be kept up and checked very often, especially as they become older - 3 years and up. This is one thing that one needs to be aware of if purchasing a pup with smaller muzzle. We do not want yorkies to get too small in the face/muzzle, since it can cause problems - such as breathing, bites, teeth care, and also problem in whelping (ex. other breeds that have short face/muzzles). The standard is there and written with great care in mind for the breed. |
I never knew that. It explains why Pixie my baby doll faced one has terrible teeth. By 3 she already had teeth extracted and needs another dental soon.