[gemy]

Generally speaking I think Terriers including Yorkies can be by nature more *barky*. That does not mean 100% of Yorkies are by nature so inclined, but many are. Couple this with owners that don't train or try to control incessant barking, then you get a *yappy* dog.


Many Many folks do not correct snarling growling or nipping from a small dog, and that is so incorrect. Yorkies can certainly hurt babies and children and other small animals including other small dogs.


One of my sisters who I do not see often, met Razzman when he was about 4yrs old or so. She as well as I, were raised around much larger dogs, and the first thing she said about Razzle after about an hour or so. Wow, he is a great wee one. She said I don't like small dogs, I have been nipped at least 3 times in the elevator by small dogs, and nary a correction from the owner!


I raise my wee one, mostly like I raise my large ones, with the exception Razzman is allowed to sleep on my lap, and is allowed up on the furniture.


I agree with other posters, don't tolerate behaviour you would not in a large dog with your Yorkie. You do want a good Canine Citizen.