Congratulations on your new baby. He's adorable!
I'd invest in a "buddy belt" harness so that the trachea is not compromised. It's very secure and comfy. It's leather and over time softens some so he can wear it nearly all the time.
Yorkies are picky picky eaters. Sometimes, my daughter feeds our Lucy by hand. It's an easy habit to fall into. When Lucy seems to want to be hand fed too frequently, I place some kibble in my hand near the food bowl and gently let it roll off my hand onto the ground outside of the bowl as she's eating. I lead her to the food on the mat. Lucy doesn't like to eat from the bowl, so we just take small amounts from the bowl and place it onto the food mat. I don't know what the aversion to the bowl is, but it does happen.
Have you asked your vet about the canned prescription weight loss food? It's pricey but you can mix a little bit in with the kibble to make it more appetizing.
I wish you the best with your baby and hope you post more pics too.
Good luck.
Tracey |