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Old 09-24-2013, 04:53 PM   #4
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Welcome to Yorkie Talk and congratulations on the new addition to your life! Looking forward to seeing Napoleon's pictures.

I would have your vet evaluate his body weight. Before my first Yorkie came into my life, I thought all Yorkies were plumper. This is not standard. When you look down on his back, he should ideally have a waistline. You should also be able to feel his ribs with a gentle squeeze. Finally, he should have a "tuck," which means the stomach is not as low as the chest.

Is he neutered? Unneutered males will be even thinner.

I would feed a little less than the guidelines on the food bag, which tend to be a little generous in the amount suggested for most dogs.
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