I can answer a few of your questions:
(1) My Bella is trained to potty inside on a pad, but she can still potty outside without being confused. The most important thing is to emphasize the inside training first, if that's where you want her to go most of the time.
(2) Feed your dog what the breeder was feeding her for at least a few weeks before considering switching to another brand. If your dog does well, you can keep her on it.
(3) I have no experience with the pet bells.
(4) Bella is not a yappy dog, and I don't think that Yorkies are yappy dogs in general. Each dog is different.
(5) I suppose I spend about $10 in food and $10 in flea and tick control on a recurring monthly basis. Veterinary care (vaccinations, check-ups, etc.) are more expensive, but don't happen every month. Oh, I also have Bella groomed every 2 months @ $45 per visit. All told, I'd guesstimate that I spend about $100 per month on average, including vet care. |