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What to look out for?? Someone is looking to rehome their adult yorkie and it happens to be on the smaller side. Since I've never owned one before I want to get some info before I jump in. What are some health issues to look out for with smaller sized yorkies (3.5lbs)? |
Potential congenital health issues are pretty much the same for all size Yorkies: luxating patellas (knees), hip problems, liver shunt, gastro issues. Those are the most prevalent. The smaller the dog, the higher the risk for dental problems. Smaller Yorkies may also be more sensitive to heartworm and flea and tick preventatives. Does the person looking to rehome have vet records to share with you? |
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Willie is a smaller yorkie (under 4 pounds). I'm not sure if this is just him, or true for all littles, but when he got sick (vomiting), it was extremely serious within hours. He dehydrated very quickly. Also, watch out for those tinies. They like to stay under your feet and are easy to step on. And, jumping. Willie thinks he's a flying squirrel. We have to be very careful about where he is allowed to be. Then there are the positives. He's adorable and he knows it. He reminds me of those lemurs on Madagascar. He's kind of a stinker, but he knows he is cute; so he gets by with it. Oh also, he has the teeniest little tongue and when he licks my face it's just precious, even at two in the morning when I want to sleep. Congrats on your new puppy. |
Very good point, Becky, about the smaller the pup, the faster they can go down when sick with vomiting or diarrhea. |
You've gotten excellent advice! Also ask how his appetite is - does he eat regularly, or is he finicky...? |
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