[Rachael1983]

I had a Bouvier growing up! I loved him so much. We were thick as thieves as my parents got him when I was maybe 2. Sweet guy lived to be 17. Very rare for such big dogs.

Anyway, for yorkies I find positive reinforcement is the best. Mine is very food motivated so find a high reward treat for your yorkie and do just as you would with any big dog. Spanking or shock/choke collars not the most ideal.

I did take Emma to obedience class and I think that's helped with socialization, getting more in tune with the dog and having fun with each other. Potty training, if not already trained, can be cumbersome and take a while however I would suggest crate training and going outside.

I found it helpful to me and some may disagree but always remember yorkies are dogs just like a GSD or a Basset Hound are dogs. Each dog is different personality and breed however you do what's best for your household that just so happens to have a family member thats a dog.