Yorkshire Terrier

Benji was my first dog and he has been fantastic. My moms rule when getting a dog is he had to stay smaller then our cats and he is, he’s a whole 6 pounds. He was potty trained at 4 months old, I wanted it to be over with pretty quickly because I assumed it would be the hardest task with a new puppy, I was on summer break and didn’t have a job at the time so this was my job haha. Every time he’d wake up from naps we’d go right outside, in the middle of the night I’d set my alarm for every 2 hours and we’d go potty & sometimes he’d even wake me up and tell me. 30 mins after he drank water I’d take him outside because he has a tiny bladder. Every time we’d go outside I’d put him in front of the door and make him ring a bell, he eventually went to it himself and told me when he had to go. We have a larger dog and they play well together but he can get snappy with her thank goodness she doesn’t care. The only 3 things I dislike about him is when people come over he takes a good while to stop barking, I wish I knew how to train him to quit but he acts like he doesn’t hear me I literally have to pick him up and walk away with him. He doesn’t try to bite or anything its more like hey hey hey pay attention, annoyingggg. He pulls on a leash and makes this sound like he’s choking himself, I use a harness and he still makes the noise. I’ve tried training him to quit pulling and he was getting the hang of it but when other people walk him it doesn’t bother them so they don’t work on it so I gave up on that. It is possible to train them tho. & he is terrified of car rides, he pants and shakes the whole time, I got him a doggy car seat because I couldn’t hold him for 5 hours going to see our family like that, I know there is medicine you can buy but I’m scared to because he’s only 6 pounds. I will be getting some from the vet here soon, you can’t trust everything at your pet stores and grocery stores. He’s perfectly fine and acts like nothing happened when we get out of the car. When we’re in open fields I can trust him to come back to me, I can either call for him or kneel down and he’ll come flying lol. I don’t get him exercise daily tho & he is just fine with that. Where we live I don’t even use a leash, I put one on our big dog and just take him to the field right outside our door, if there are other dogs then I just pick him up until they’re a good distance away. Down to grooming I don’t ever need to brush him but I also keep his hair shorter and only let him get a little fluffy in the winter. Cleaning his eyes regularly is a must tho! They can get bad if you don’t pay attention and I can only imagine how uncomfortable that is. His health is overall really well but we do need to make a trip to the vet for his teeth, the only thing wrong with him & the vet said it’s common in little dogs to get teeth problems. He needs a few removed and a proper cleaning. So something I wished I did when he was little is get him used to me brushing his teeth because he won’t let me open his mouth. So if you can avoid the vet costing an arm and a leg to clean your dogs teeth, brush your small dogs teeth! They have dog toothpaste you can get. 😊 he loves to snuggle, I can hold him for hours like a baby lol. When people come over that don’t like dogs they leave happy that they met Benji and our Akita-pit Iris. If you’re thinking of getting either I highly recommend. Very smart & loyal dogs!

My yorkie is fantastic. He tells me when it's bedtime and when the cats need food, when the other younger dog needs to go out. He's very protective and intuitive to the emotions of those in the family. I couldn't have asked for a better dog. Surprisingly though, he easily surpassed the 7lb mark. He weighs 13lb at this time, likely just large for his breed, as he is on a regulated healthy diet and getting plenty of activity everyday.

my little petey is very annoying he barks at anything even his own shadow. even when tell him it us he STILL barks. how can i stop him from barking?? that is my petey thank you for your time

This yorkie was a sweetheart. She was a little timid, probably because everything else compared to her is huge, but she was very agreeable, kind, and easy to walk.

"Yorkies" can be sweet dogs, but also very territorial. They can pick fights with other dogs or get extremely excited when they see another dog on a walk. Hold on tight to those who get excited as they will go "nuts" sometimes. Other terriers can be as calm as ever and sociable too. They loved to be petted and give lots of kisses. They need frequent grooming as their fur can get matted, especially underneath. Groomers can shave them down, but I'd recommend not getting them shaved in the winter as it will help keep them warm. They do not like the cold and will need a sweater or winter coat. Their feet also need to be protected from salt during snowy weather. They are trainable and will listen very well. They like snuggling and will be a lap dog for sure if given the opportunity. Yorkies should always wear harnesses as they are prone to collapsed tracheas. They can be pullers so you don't want any pressure from a collar put on their necks. If they develop a cough, take to a vet immediately as it could be a sign of damage. Yorkies are sweet dogs but fragile, so be careful around children as they might be too rough with them. I'd say they are more of an adult dog than a family dog. Once you earn a Yorkie's trust they will shower you with love and affection.

The Yorkie is one of the cutest, and also hardest dog breeds to deal with on a walk. Somehow, these tiny dogs pack in so much sass and stubbornness, and often will try to walk in the opposite direction you choose for no apparent reason. Their small size makes it easy for you to control them, but not without them putting up a bit of a fight first (never an actual fight though as they are not aggressive dogs in my experience). However, after making their stubborn stand, and being pulled away, they are quick to get back to the walk. In my experience as well they do not seem to get tired even after quite long walks. They do seem to love their owners however and have always been quite friendly towards me.

Yorkshire Terriers are lively little things. They bark their poor little bodies off at anything. They are really affectionate though and like to be the center of attention. They like to explore their surroundings and will pull you to wherever their little noses lead them. They are stubborn at times to follow commands and you usually have to chase them around to get their leashes on. They can try to nip here and there but they are harmless. They love to be carried and patted. If you are walking multiples, get ready for a show.They will bark like crazy at other dogs, people, cars, bikes, anything that makes the smallest disturbance.They are explorers and will get into mischief so close supervision and distance from valuables recommended.

The Yorkshire Terrier I walked was young and smelling and exploring around his neighborhood; he was still a bit afraid of new things though. Very friendly to people and enjoyed playing fetch and tug of war. He also enjoyed getting a treat after his walk.

Milo loves everybody the moment he sees them, but he doesn't seem to get strongly attached to anyone. He's an equal opportunity dog and perhaps a bit of a narcissist. He's bright eyed and cartoonish in his behavior: he trots instead of running, he'll throw toys for himself to fetch, and he's a loud mouth to any dog regardless of size. The drawback with this boisterous and outgoing fella is that he backs a lot (and loudly!), is a voracious hunter of small creatures (voles, moles, squirrels, rats, etc.), and, if on the hunt, will become aggressive toward anyone who attempts to separate him from his mission (his destiny, really). Because Milo is so welcoming of strangers, getting him leashed up and out on the sidewalk is effortless. He runs right up the moment the door is opened, sits upon command, and heads on out. He's good about walking at a reasonable pace and is well trained with his leash skills, but he does frequently make stops to sniff things, and he will go absolutely wild at the sight of another dog or skateboard and will attempt to charge toward the offender barking loudly and without succession. When these outbursts occur, picking him up seems to be the only solution. Once in your arms, he stops baring instantly. Also, if it is warm outside of if the walk is particularly long, he will occasionally stop walking completely, lay down, and refuse to move any further. There have been several occasions in which I've needed to carry him the rest of the way back to the house. He's a pup who knows what he wants. Perhaps because of his unconditional love for everyone and his lack of attachment, Milo is not a candidate for off-leash play unless it is in a fenced environment. He's a fantastic candidate for dog parks, but the moment he's let of the leash in an environment without a barrier he will run to no end. He loves running in huge loops until he tires himself out and suddenly plops down panting. He's a very good family dog, a fantastic and easy travel companion (in size and disposition), and a fantastic source of amusement. Because of his barking, lack of off-leash skills, and his adamant desire to hunt small creatures, he is should be paid close attention to. For shorter walks on mild days, he's unparalleled.

Yorkshire terriers are super cute and super fun to cuddle and chase. They can be pretty vocal though. I have met a couple that I would even go so far as to categorize as "yappy." If they don't like another person or another dog, they will be sure to let you know that's how they feel in the form of a whole lot of barking! But if they do like you, they are super friendly and super affectionate. They love to snuggle and give kisses. They tend to have a lot of energy and love to go out and about and explore. They move pretty fast and their strut is pretty adorable. Yorkies are lots of fun to have around and they sure bring a whole lot of cuteness with them wherever they go!

Yorkies are the best. The sweetie pie I visited had endless love and licks to give out. She was so affectionate and I just wanted to cuddle her forever! They definitely are a cute, friendly, sweet breed, and I understand why they’re so popular!

My experience with yorkies tends to be that they can be difficult when they are around people other then their particular humans. That said they are tiny little guys, and cant give you much trouble even when they try to. The only yorkie I have on my current schedule is usually very happy to be handed off by his owner for his walk, but once outside is very determined to do his own thing. He likes to stop and mark often and explore every smell we pass. Like other small dogs he can get nervous and snappy around strange people and dogs that are too exuberant or pushy. This particular Yorkie was also not very interested in or motivated by treats, and thus was hard to get focused when he was distracted. The positive f was that I didn't have to worry about him eating food off of the street!

This cute little dog was the sweetest, but he wanted to play "catch me if you can". He was in a little play pen when I got into the home and I let him out not realizing I had to put his harness on first! On the walk, he was a little hesitant. I'm not sure because it was night time or if that's how he usually was. He kept looking back and wanting to go back to his house. He was very vocal when it came to other dogs and people. Especially other dogs on leashes. When we got back from the walk, I put him back in the play pen and he was sad to see me leave! He was so sweet and liked all his toys.

I had 2 of these cuties at one time. When first entering the house they were very yappy, excitable, and jumpy. That did not change much as I was getting their harnesses and leashes on. Once we got outside and things were a little easier. They walked in a zig zag smell everything manner. I allowed them to smell for a few minutes and then was able to get them to walk fairly rapidly for a few minutes. After they got going they really got going and other than yapping at other dogs they stayed pretty focused. When I took them back home they were still pretty jumpy. Jumpy in the way that they did not seem to get out a lot of their energy. They still barked a lot at the end of the walk too.

Most of the Yorkies I walk all tend to have pretty high energy and are always pretty eager to investigate new things and areas. They’re super friendly to people but can be sometimes territorial to other dogs over their walker, especially if it is a larger dog. They can bark a lot at larger dogs to intimidate them to compensate for their size.

Walking in it’s pretty much all business with these pups lol they’ll let you pet em but they don’t get overly excited they’re just ready to go out so their business explore and enjoy their fast paced walk, old or young they are like little energizer bunnies. Not overly affectionate with strangers but not aggressive either!

I think Yorkies are great dogs but definitely find them to be stubborn. I walk a few different Yorkies and they dont like to listen. They all like to walk for about 15 minutes but then get tired which is understandable because of their short legs. They do not shed alot and are perfect apartment dogs. I do find them to be a bit vocal though so just keep that in mind if you're moving into an apartment building with thin walls. All of the Yorkie's I have walked have been in excellent health and are very friendly.

The Yorkshire Terrier I walked was amazing! He was so friendly towards both people and other dogs! He was also very quiet, well behaved, and easy to walk. His energy was positive and playful. Overall, he's a dog you can't help but fall in love with!

I walked a teacup yorkie, so she was very small and attached to her owner. She did not want to leave a close proximity from her apartment, but she was really sweet and gentle. No aggression at all. Perfect lap dog.

She was a sweet girl once you got to know her, but she was very timid when I first got there. I walked her 3 times and all 3 times she was nervous when I came in and she would go in the corner and lay day, but once she realized I was friendly she got a little bit more comfortable with me and enjoyed going on walks and being rubbed. My experience with her was similar with another yorkie who was also very shy, so it may just be the breed.

Very curious and affectionate! He loved to play fetch and get pets. He had a very cute smile. The Yorkie I walked did not have any teeth but it didn't slow him down!

Both Yorkies that I have walked were very friendly and excited. They liked other humans but did not like other dogs, they would bark and try to fight the other dogs.

Both Yorkies that I have walked were very friendly and excited. They liked other humans but did not like other dogs, they would bark and try to fight the other dogs.

I’ve owned my own Yorkie called Pink, and now living in NY I’ve walked another Yorkie called Rubie. Both are actually very similar. I find that Yorkies tend to be very needy when it comes to getting attention and being cuddled. They can be very hyper active and wanting to play, but they can also be stubborn. I find them to be a little difficult to train, but not impossible. The hard part about a Yorkie is that once they’ve made up their mind, that seems to be it. It’s hard to pull their focus to something else. Yorkies are friendly, and genuinely like people. They have no problem being petted by others and that’s because they enjoy getting so much attention. They are very loya animals, they are smart, and they will never forget you.

So adorable and very sweet...a little stubborn for such a tiny dog

What a wonderful breed! The Yorkshire Terrier has always been a favorite of mine due to their aesthetically pleasing attributes and wonderful temperament. Sure, they can be vocal at inoppertune times but they are such a joy to be around. Yorkshire Terriers carry a great reputation and are very friendly and open to interactions with almost all unfamiliar people and pups. They seem to be satisfied with a short, slowly paced, walk. They are great both on and off leash as they tend to stay by your side, often looking up to check in with a smile on their face.

I've walked this same yorkie about 5 times, and she is the sweetest and most hyper dog I've walked. Super friendly and always jumps and licks me when I want to play with her. She barks at other dogs, but will do absolutely no harm. This is definitely one of my favorite dogs because there's no pulling and it's a relaxed and enjoyable walk!

Consistently well-behaved on leash. Usually walks at a fairly quick pace. Always very happy to see me and greeted me with licks and climbed into my lap. Sometimes would need a little redirection on the leash; can be a bit stubborn at times, wanted to stay on his particular scent even though it was time to move on! Sometimes would attempt to lead the walk, but redirected easily enough when I let him know that I would be picking the direction of our next turn. Never experienced any problems when approached by other dogs. Seldom barks. I used to have a recurring walk this little fella and I was truly sad when the owner cancelled it, as I had grown attached to that sweet little face.

I have walked a few Yorkshire Terriers. They are very small in size and dependable to always have a good time. Everytime I have walked these cute dogs, they always are quick to greet me at the door and very excited to begin their walk. Super friendly and loveable dogs.

Definitely one of the must popular breeds on the LA area. this pups are sweet, but as with other dogs, it depends how they raise them. here they usually raise them like princess, so thats how they behave. very spoil and stubborn during walking. but is he/she is in the mood will tell you where to go defineltly. sweet and gentle won't pull. won't bite. Will just expect u to be your servant hahaha

Yorkies tend to migrate to one or two people. They are very loyal and protective. If you treat then like a baby they will forever act like one

Yorkies are always so cute and have some spunk in their step. They do bark a decent amount when arriving to the apartment and to other dogs. They are never aggressive though, and are very sweet pups who do love attention and to be affectionate. They are often quite small but mighty as they like to keep their walks to a pretty quick pace.

I used to think of Yorkshire Terriers as small yippy dogs, but all the Yorkshire Terriers I've walked have been so sweet and friendly. They rarely bark when I enter and are very excited to go outside. Once outside, they prefer a more leisurely pace and can sometimes be stubborn about moving on from a good scent they find. They're curious about other dogs but don't necessarily approach with a ton of energy. They love playing with squeaky toys and getting belly rubs.

Yorkies are great dogs with tons of energy. They are easily excitable at all times and love to yip and yap. They can be territorial and don’t always get along with other dogs, but they do make great family pets.

The yorkie I walked was 100% yorkie. You could tell he loved his owner and wanted to be near her constantly. He was extremely interested in what was going on around him and what other dogs were doing outside. Alert and very sweet.

I have walked a couple of Yorkies and the majority of them were very shy at first. Some took quite a while to open up, but once you spend enough time with them, they are extremely friendly and loving. A few were rescues so were her anxious around new people.

I've found it hard to train Yorkshires, but I only tried it once. They're very affectionate and happy, but often make up for their size by barking at the unknown.

He was very sweet but happy. He also only liked dogs he knew and the same went for people. He was also very yappy but a total sweetheart!

And She loves to Lick and She Loves.