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05-11-2010, 09:07 PM | #1 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2010 Location: nj
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| noob has some yorkie ?'s hi all, i saw a video on youtube: and ever since i saw that i want a yorkie so so much! is the yorkie in the video a special breed or what? because when i look up information on yorkies i find many different versions/colors/sizes (breeds?) and whatnot. i really want the type of dog that is seen in the video. do they stay that small and cute? i think its a puppy so i'm guessing it will grow a little more? but how much more? what is the lifespan of that type of yorkie? are there any kind of diseases or any problems specific to yorkies as they get older? i ask because my parents shepard(s) always get problems in their hips, do yorkies have their own problems like that? |
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05-12-2010, 02:10 AM | #2 |
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| I am not much help, as I am fairly new at this myself, but I love the Chewie videos! I watch them all the time on YouTube when I need a smile!
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05-12-2010, 02:59 AM | #3 |
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| Welcome to YorkieTalk! I also have seen the Chewie videos and fell in love with little Chewie. It's hard to say what the coloring and health of a yorkie puppy will be when he matures. They continually change for up to 2 to 3 years. Blue and Gold, Black & Tan or other variations can apply. You can look at the pups parents and perhaps get a general idea of what your puppy will look like as an adult. As far as health issues and life span, that too can vary. LP (luxating patella) is a concern for a yorkie pup and jumping down from objects can be detrimental to their knees. A healthy yorkie can live a long time. Our previous yorkie lived to be 16 and 12 years is not unusual for a healthy yorkie to live.
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05-12-2010, 03:21 AM | #4 |
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| I'm still a fairly new yorkie mama, having my dog for 9 months but I have been researching this breed for over 2 years. You have come to the best place to find answers for your questions. I will not claim to be an expert on this breed, I leave that to the exhibitors/breeders, but I do love this breed very very much. Yorkies like any breed come with their own set of problems. Yorkies are prone to liver shunt, luxating patellas, collapsed trachea, and dental problems. This does not mean that every yorkie will have these problems, they are simply more prone to have them. A good breeder tests their lines to make sure they are genetically sound to produce healthy happy puppies. If you are looking for something specific, like a tiny black and tan adult yorkie, you might be better off rescuing, or adopting an older yorkie. Yorkies are like all living things and grow and develop to become a unique individual. A great breeder knows their lines generations back, but at best can only have an educated guess at what a puppies final weight and appearance will be. Be careful with breeders that advertise the "teacup yorkies," while the word "teacup" is a very cutesy way to say a tinier yorkie, they are not a separate breed. The yorkie standard is any dog weighing in at 7 lbs or less. Of course, their are dogs bigger than the standard, but even at 12 lbs, these are still small dogs. Breeders that specifically breed for tinnies, and breed dogs under 5 lbs to specifically make "teacups" are breeders to be weary of. They focus on one aspect of the yorkie (size) and ignore all others making these tinnies more prone to genetic diseases, not to mention making a more fragile dog. Good breeders sometimes do have tinnies, so it's not like it doesn't happen on its own. They just don't intentionally breed for them. As for colors, the traditional yorkie puppy is born black and tan, and according to standard grows up to have a silky tan head with a steel blue body. But, yorkies are individuals, and there are darker and lighter colored yorkies. There are also parti yorkies that are born with the white coloring. Some have cottony coats that are oh so soft to the touch, but has a slight curl to it. In my opinion, they're all cute! It's totally ok to have a specific image in mind of the kind of yorkie you want. I did! I wanted a floppy eared, dark saddled, full tailed yorkie. I got two out of three, floppy eared and darked saddled with a docked tail. In order to get exactly what I wanted I waited much longer and adopted a 1 year old dog, since that is the only way to guarantee I would get exactly what I wanted. His head is still in the process of turning gold, so we'll see what color he ends up being! He is around 6-7 lbs, and let me assure you, he is still a very small dog. He is a foot tall and a foot long, great size for cuddling and running around like a maniac chasing his favorite tennis ball. I love his appearance with the floppy ears (most adults have ears that stand) because it makes him look puppy-ish. Even in just the ears you will find diversity. Some have ears that stand, some have floppy, some have ears that stand and just the tip flops, and others have one of each. I hope my long winded post is helpful. You are welcome to browse the nursery and the picture forum to see just how unique each yorkie really is. Welcome to Yorkie Talk!!!!
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05-12-2010, 03:26 AM | #5 |
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| Just to show you how different each dog can be, here is a thread of one of the meetups I've been too. It was little Katie's birthday. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/my-...day-pawty.html
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05-12-2010, 03:42 AM | #6 |
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| Thanks for introducing me to Chewie, I never knew about him. He is just too cute to be real. And Welcome to YT!
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05-12-2010, 03:57 AM | #7 |
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| Chewie is very cute, I need to watch more of his video's. As mentioned this is the place to learn just about everything about the Yorkie breed, there are so many experienced Yorkie owners and breeders here. I am sure you questions will get answered. On a personal note I commend you for taking the time to research the breed. One thing I have learned is yes they are so cute but Yorkie (just like many other breeds) require a lot of work, patience and a pretty hefty bank account at times. I have only had my Yorkie for two years so I can't offer much advice other than research, look at members pictures and remember there are very experience breeders and rescues volunteers on this site who will guide you to finding ther right dog for you.
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05-12-2010, 08:33 AM | #8 |
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| That is one of the cutest puppies I have ever seen! Like all puppies, he will grow and change a bit. As he gets older, he most likely will not have that 'puppy look'; his head will grow into his body; his legs will get longer . . . his coat may change color. But I'll bet he will still be cute! And you can keep an older dog in a 'puppy cut'; I think that makes them look younger. But he won't stay exactly like that forever. Good Luck in your search if you decide on a yorkie! Welcome to YT. |
05-12-2010, 08:39 AM | #9 |
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| is the yorkie in the video a special breed or what? because when i look up information on yorkies i find many different versions/colors/sizes (breeds?) and whatnot. i really want the type of dog that is seen in the video. Yorkies standard is to be under pounds and steel blue and tan however, that isnt always the case... if you want something very specific, you should find a really great breeder and ask to see pictures of the sire and dam as well as adult photos of previous litters from the same line. However, nothing is guaranteed. do they stay that small and cute? i think its a puppy so i'm guessing it will grow a little more? but how much more? See above... but a yorkie should not be over 7 pounds but it does happen... the best thing to do is find a really great breeder who always breeds within the standard. what is the lifespan of that type of yorkie? So many factors affect the lifespan but it is not uncommon to hear of yorkies who are 13 plus. are there any kind of diseases or any problems specific to yorkies as they get older? i ask because my parents shepard(s) always get problems in their hips, do yorkies have their own problems like that? Yorkies are known to have liver problems both MVD and Liver Shunt... you should look for a breeder who does Bile Acid Tests on their adults and possibly even their puppies. Leggs Perthe Disease also affects Yorkies and is a hip problem. Luxating Patella, or a problem with the knees, is also prevalent in Yorkies as well as other toy breed dogs.
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05-12-2010, 08:55 AM | #10 |
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| Thanks! I needed that information also. |
05-12-2010, 07:13 PM | #11 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: May 2010 Location: nj
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| thank you for the answering my questions with great and helpful information, and thank you for the kind welcomes! so from what i have read, that black and tan color (as seen on chewie) is not common among yorkies? i would need to find a special breeder that specializes in tiny (teacup), black and tan yorkies? |
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Also you can never be guaranteed how the color will be once they are older however looking at the parents and past litters can be an indication of whether they will stay dark or get very light.
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05-12-2010, 07:22 PM | #13 | |
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05-12-2010, 07:26 PM | #14 |
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| If you're serious about acquiring a yorkie puppy, please read these threads. They have a wealth of information that are vital for a first time yorkie owner. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...ead-first.html http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...ease-read.html http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...ead-first.html http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...uch-thing.html
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05-12-2010, 07:33 PM | #15 |
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