[Lovetodream88]

A small dog can absolutely not be left outside all day and if it is small enough to be pray for a hawk or anything in your area it should not be left out alone ever. In the rain is a huge no no if its all day it could become very very sick. Yorkies don't necessarily have to be "spoiled" but most of the time time they do require more attention and human interaction then other breeds. Hitting a dog not matter if it light or hard is never acceptable. You need to take the dog out to the bath room every hour I would say when potty training and give lots of praise when they go potty outside and a treat. If this dog is to much for you I would suggest surrendering it to a rescue. It can be hard to change behaviors it has had for 4 years and you really have to be willing to do that.