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jerryray · 12-26-2011, 10:50 PM

Today Dexter grabbed an ice cube that fell on the floor from the tray. He is teething and he really liked the cube. But as it got smaller, We had a time getting it from him. We were afraid he might choke on it.

Any advice if it happens again?

MikaTallulah · 12-26-2011, 10:57 PM

Even as tiny puppies I let mine play with ice cubes but always with supervision to be on the safe side. Mine got bored with the ice cubes long before they were small enough to choke on.

kjc · 12-27-2011, 02:18 AM

Become familiar with these... and print them out and keep them handy... Yorkies can choke on anything:

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/eme...uture-use.html

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/eme...-maneuver.html

Here's a link to the whole YT library:

YorkieTalk Yorkshire Terrier Library - YorkieTalk.com Forums - Yorkshire Terrier Community

And teach him the 'Leave it' command today.

sbgooljar · 12-27-2011, 04:02 AM

Romeo loves to chew on ice especially after a good run which makes him "hot". I give him tiny pieces of crushed ice however and ALWAYS watch over him while he eats it. If any is left I put them in his water bowl because I have noticed that he likes cold versus room temperature water.

107barney · 12-27-2011, 05:13 AM

Ice cubes are a great way to crack teeth.

rubymoon2072 · 12-27-2011, 05:43 AM

I actually take two ice cubes break them into pieces inside a face cloth and use a twity bread tie to secure it. Then Cedric can enjoy the cold ice for his teething but i dont have to fear him cracking a tooth or choking on the ice cube.

kjc · 12-27-2011, 05:47 AM

My Peek a Boo chokes on his water, every time he drinks!

chachi · 12-27-2011, 05:48 AM

Im really concerned your pup is getting alot in his mouth he could choke on or cause a blockage

jerryray · 12-27-2011, 06:30 AM

OK, I'll think it's best to nix the ice cubes.

I Agree we should teach the leave it command. We are trying buts it's going to be very difficult since he runs away.

Thanks

Lovetodream88 · 12-27-2011, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by 107barney

Ice cubes are a great way to crack teeth.

That is so true my mom loves chewing on ice cubes and cracked hers and had to go to an oral surgeon to get it taken out because it was so bad.

yorkieusa · 12-27-2011, 07:18 AM

You can freeze wet wash cloths to soothe his feverish gums. You can give him edible nylabones. There are lots of chewable toys that you can give him to satisfy his need to chew.

kjc · 12-27-2011, 07:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jerryray

OK, I'll think it's best to nix the ice cubes.

I Agree we should teach the leave it command. We are trying buts it's going to be very difficult since he runs away.

Thanks

Start training in a gated room like the kitchen, or put a leash on him. This video also teaches clicker training (which I don't do, I say 'Yes' or 'Good Boy' at the same times that this trainer uses the clicker)

Here you go:

Dog Training : How to Teach Your Dog to Leave It...

Here is 'sit'

Dog Training Tips: How To Train A Puppy To Sit ...

kjc · 12-27-2011, 07:49 AM

Here's another good video:

How to teach 'leave it'- without intimidation -...

Warning: Not all training videos found on the internet are good or appropriate for training your Yorkie. If in doubt, post it here on YT and ask.

12-26-2011, 10:50 PM	#1
jerryray Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: bayside ny Posts: 104	Yorkie and ice cubes Today Dexter grabbed an ice cube that fell on the floor from the tray. He is teething and he really liked the cube. But as it got smaller, We had a time getting it from him. We were afraid he might choke on it. Any advice if it happens again?

12-26-2011, 10:57 PM	#2
MikaTallulah YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 1,812	Even as tiny puppies I let mine play with ice cubes but always with supervision to be on the safe side. Mine got bored with the ice cubes long before they were small enough to choke on. __________________ Beware of Nestle Purina Cozy (4/06), Roxy & Zoey (2/08), Lucy (4/09); Buddy 4/09- Rescued 12/11); Mika ('98) & Tallulah ('00) RIP Harley 4/2009; Lucky 11/2010; Zoey 4/2012

12-27-2011, 02:18 AM	#3
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	Become familiar with these... and print them out and keep them handy... Yorkies can choke on anything: http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/eme...uture-use.html http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/eme...-maneuver.html Here's a link to the whole YT library: YorkieTalk Yorkshire Terrier Library - YorkieTalk.com Forums - Yorkshire Terrier Community And teach him the 'Leave it' command today. __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity Last edited by kjc; 12-27-2011 at 02:19 AM.

12-27-2011, 04:02 AM	#4
sbgooljar YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Westchester County, New York Posts: 1,231 Blog Entries: 1	Romeo loves to chew on ice especially after a good run which makes him "hot". I give him tiny pieces of crushed ice however and ALWAYS watch over him while he eats it. If any is left I put them in his water bowl because I have noticed that he likes cold versus room temperature water. __________________ Romeo and Sujata

12-27-2011, 05:13 AM	#5
107barney T. Bumpkins & Co. Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: New England Posts: 9,816	Ice cubes are a great way to crack teeth. __________________ T. Bumpkins & Co. Washable Doggie Pee Pads (Save 10% Enter YTSAVE10 at checkout) Cathy, Teddy, Winston and Baby Clyde...RIP angels Barney and Daisy

12-27-2011, 05:43 AM	#6
rubymoon2072 Cedric♥Lola♥Keylo Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Gilford, NH, USA Posts: 9,209	I actually take two ice cubes break them into pieces inside a face cloth and use a twity bread tie to secure it. Then Cedric can enjoy the cold ice for his teething but i dont have to fear him cracking a tooth or choking on the ice cube. __________________ Cedric N Lola N Keylo RIP Punkee Princess

12-27-2011, 05:47 AM	#7
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	My Peek a Boo chokes on his water, every time he drinks! __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity

12-27-2011, 05:48 AM	#8
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	Im really concerned your pup is getting alot in his mouth he could choke on or cause a blockage __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

12-27-2011, 06:30 AM	#9
jerryray Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: bayside ny Posts: 104	OK, I'll think it's best to nix the ice cubes. I Agree we should teach the leave it command. We are trying buts it's going to be very difficult since he runs away. Thanks

12-27-2011, 07:18 AM	#11
yorkieusa Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 21,173	You can freeze wet wash cloths to soothe his feverish gums. You can give him edible nylabones. There are lots of chewable toys that you can give him to satisfy his need to chew. __________________ Karen Kacee Muffin 1991-2005 Rest in Peace My Little Angel