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SnowWa · 07-19-2006, 10:17 PM

B]Heroes and Villains [/B]

One has to wonder what Scotsmen of old would think of today's ribbon-clad and coddled Yorkshire terrier, whose breed standard dictates that the dog should stand between 8 and 10 inches at the shoulder and weigh no more than 7 pounds. Might they be disappointed that their tough little customer has become a mama's boy? The kind that could drive a man to call off a wedding three days before the I-do date because his intended "was constantly kissing and cuddling the Yorkshire Terrier instead of him," according to a Cleveland Daily Mirror report.
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Perhaps, but Scotsmen could also point with pride to Yorkies like Tim, who got into a face-off with a noisy street-cleaning machine two years ago in an English town. The machine inhaled the barking dog through its intake pipe. Shoppers passing by yelled at the driver, who stopped and dismantled the machine. To everyone's amazement the Yorkie survived the experience, even though he was declared the loser by a technical knockout.
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The earliest Yorkie breeders would also recognize the true grit — and the size — of dogs like Oliver, a hefty, 12-pound Yorkie who pushed open a screen door and raced across the street to the aid of a 79-year-old woman being mauled by an 80-pound Akita. The Akita turned his attention on Oliver long enough for neighbors to whisk the woman to safety. The Akita was eventually taken into custody by animal control, while Oliver was taken to the vet's for nine stitches.
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In another stirring rescue two unnamed Yorkies sprang into action when their owner, an elderly woman, was accosted by a flasher. These dogs leaped up, bit the miscreant on the groin, and sent him howling away in pain. These and other stories might convince the earliest Yorkie breeders that even though today's Yorkie is considerably smaller than its ancestors, its heart has in no way been diminished.

Nevertheless, a Yorkie's headstrong nature can lead to trouble with dogs that may not defer to his demands. For every Oliver who emerges with only a nine-stitch after a confrontation with a much larger dog, there are dozens of Yorkies that come to grief because they took on a larger dog or a human intruder and didn't have enough common sense to retreat gracefully.

Health and Welfare

Australian Gerri Grieg, whose Tejada Yorkshire terriers have enjoyed success in show rings and homes around the world, cautions prospective Yorkie buyers to seek out breeders who are highly recommended by the parent club in their respective countries. "Never consider taking a puppy home before 3 months of age," says Grieg, "and never [consider] the puppy that has not had the benefit of at least the first of its initial immunization shots" and a thorough exam by a veterinarian.
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Though the Yorkie is among the smallest of breeds, it should never appear unsound in any respect, and it should also be free of skeletal deformities or gait problems. Moreover, the average Yorkshire terrier can enjoy an amazingly long life, 14 to 16 years is not unusual, but like most of the toy breeds it faces certain problems. Among them are patellar luxation (a slipped or dislocated knee joint), spinal cord problems and hydrocephalus. Though the breed's diminutive size is attractive to many people, dogs in the three-pound category are often the most fragile. They are susceptible to frequent injury and to hypoglycemia as well.
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Attentive care of a Yorkie's teeth is critical to avoid the accumulation of tartar that can lead to infections and tooth loss at an early age. Regular brushing can help keep the teeth sound, healthy and functional for practically the entire life of the dog.
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The most serious health problem Yorkies face is portacaval liver shunt, an ailment in which the blood is directed around the liver instead of through it. This creates an array of extremely serious medical problems. The condition can be detected as early as 6 months of age, and surgery to rectify the problem is highly recommended.
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The Yorkshire terrier's long, silken coat — a shimmering golden-tan and metallic blue — is supremely attractive, but a Yorkie in full bloom requires more care and talent than the average owner may possess. According to professional groomer Susan Buhl, most Yorkie owners opt for the schnorkie cut. This style is patterned after the schnauzer's and is 3 to 4 inches long all around. The schnorkie cut is cute, stylish and vastly easier to maintain than the lovely-to-look-at-but-not-so-delightful-to-care-for show coat.
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A well-bred Yorkshire terrier can get on famously with just about any other household pet, with one serious caveat: The Yorkie has to be in charge! No matter that your Great Dane may have lived there first or your pair of St. Bernards has been accustomed to ruling the roost, when your Yorkie moves in, the smallest shall be first.
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As feisty and hardy as the Yorkie can be, it is not the ideal choice for young children who may not understand how easily the breed can be injured. If there are young children in a household they must be carefully supervised when they are playing with a Yorkie.
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The Quarter Pounder

According to the Guinness Book of World Records a Yorkshire terrier holds the distinction of being the smallest dog in history. This matchbox-sized Yorkie, when fully grown at the age of 2, stood 2 ½ inches at the shoulder, measured 3 3/4 inches from the tip of its nose to the root of its tail, and weighed 4 ounces. Owned by Arthur Marples of Blackburn, Great Britain, this elfin dog died in 1945.

Copyright © 2000 Pet Publishing Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.

Carol Jean

07-19-2006, 10:17 PM	#2
SnowWa YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: USA Posts: 2,992	Dog & Kennel - Part II B]Heroes and Villains [/B] One has to wonder what Scotsmen of old would think of today's ribbon-clad and coddled Yorkshire terrier, whose breed standard dictates that the dog should stand between 8 and 10 inches at the shoulder and weigh no more than 7 pounds. Might they be disappointed that their tough little customer has become a mama's boy? The kind that could drive a man to call off a wedding three days before the I-do date because his intended "was constantly kissing and cuddling the Yorkshire Terrier instead of him," according to a Cleveland Daily Mirror report. ---------------------------------------- Perhaps, but Scotsmen could also point with pride to Yorkies like Tim, who got into a face-off with a noisy street-cleaning machine two years ago in an English town. The machine inhaled the barking dog through its intake pipe. Shoppers passing by yelled at the driver, who stopped and dismantled the machine. To everyone's amazement the Yorkie survived the experience, even though he was declared the loser by a technical knockout. ------------------------------------------- The earliest Yorkie breeders would also recognize the true grit — and the size — of dogs like Oliver, a hefty, 12-pound Yorkie who pushed open a screen door and raced across the street to the aid of a 79-year-old woman being mauled by an 80-pound Akita. The Akita turned his attention on Oliver long enough for neighbors to whisk the woman to safety. The Akita was eventually taken into custody by animal control, while Oliver was taken to the vet's for nine stitches. ------------------------------------------- In another stirring rescue two unnamed Yorkies sprang into action when their owner, an elderly woman, was accosted by a flasher. These dogs leaped up, bit the miscreant on the groin, and sent him howling away in pain. These and other stories might convince the earliest Yorkie breeders that even though today's Yorkie is considerably smaller than its ancestors, its heart has in no way been diminished. Nevertheless, a Yorkie's headstrong nature can lead to trouble with dogs that may not defer to his demands. For every Oliver who emerges with only a nine-stitch after a confrontation with a much larger dog, there are dozens of Yorkies that come to grief because they took on a larger dog or a human intruder and didn't have enough common sense to retreat gracefully. Health and Welfare Australian Gerri Grieg, whose Tejada Yorkshire terriers have enjoyed success in show rings and homes around the world, cautions prospective Yorkie buyers to seek out breeders who are highly recommended by the parent club in their respective countries. "Never consider taking a puppy home before 3 months of age," says Grieg, "and never [consider] the puppy that has not had the benefit of at least the first of its initial immunization shots" and a thorough exam by a veterinarian. -------------------------------------- Though the Yorkie is among the smallest of breeds, it should never appear unsound in any respect, and it should also be free of skeletal deformities or gait problems. Moreover, the average Yorkshire terrier can enjoy an amazingly long life, 14 to 16 years is not unusual, but like most of the toy breeds it faces certain problems. Among them are patellar luxation (a slipped or dislocated knee joint), spinal cord problems and hydrocephalus. Though the breed's diminutive size is attractive to many people, dogs in the three-pound category are often the most fragile. They are susceptible to frequent injury and to hypoglycemia as well. ---------------------------------------- Attentive care of a Yorkie's teeth is critical to avoid the accumulation of tartar that can lead to infections and tooth loss at an early age. Regular brushing can help keep the teeth sound, healthy and functional for practically the entire life of the dog. ---------------------------------------- The most serious health problem Yorkies face is portacaval liver shunt, an ailment in which the blood is directed around the liver instead of through it. This creates an array of extremely serious medical problems. The condition can be detected as early as 6 months of age, and surgery to rectify the problem is highly recommended. ----------------------------------------- The Yorkshire terrier's long, silken coat — a shimmering golden-tan and metallic blue — is supremely attractive, but a Yorkie in full bloom requires more care and talent than the average owner may possess. According to professional groomer Susan Buhl, most Yorkie owners opt for the schnorkie cut. This style is patterned after the schnauzer's and is 3 to 4 inches long all around. The schnorkie cut is cute, stylish and vastly easier to maintain than the lovely-to-look-at-but-not-so-delightful-to-care-for show coat. ------------------------------------------ A well-bred Yorkshire terrier can get on famously with just about any other household pet, with one serious caveat: The Yorkie has to be in charge! No matter that your Great Dane may have lived there first or your pair of St. Bernards has been accustomed to ruling the roost, when your Yorkie moves in, the smallest shall be first. ------------------------------------------ As feisty and hardy as the Yorkie can be, it is not the ideal choice for young children who may not understand how easily the breed can be injured. If there are young children in a household they must be carefully supervised when they are playing with a Yorkie. ----------------------------------------- The Quarter Pounder According to the Guinness Book of World Records a Yorkshire terrier holds the distinction of being the smallest dog in history. This matchbox-sized Yorkie, when fully grown at the age of 2, stood 2 ½ inches at the shoulder, measured 3 3/4 inches from the tip of its nose to the root of its tail, and weighed 4 ounces. Owned by Arthur Marples of Blackburn, Great Britain, this elfin dog died in 1945. Copyright © 2000 Pet Publishing Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. Carol Jean __________________ http://tinypic.com/ipxhmb.jpg A Yorkie is worth a thousand words.