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Yorkie puppies are perhaps the most adorable creatures on earth. They are cute and cuddly. Most of all, they are tiny. But do Yorkies stay small or do they grow to be much bigger? Some Yorkies stay exceptionally tiny. These are known as teacup Yorkies. As for a standard Yorkie, keep reading to learn how small they stay and what else you can expect from your … [Read more...] about Do Yorkies Stay Small? (What To Expect)

Did you catch your Yorkshire terrier eating its own poop? Or worse, the poop of another dog? Ok, I don't know if it's really worse, but it somehow seems worse. Either way, both are disgusting and not something you want to watch your beloved pup do. It leaves us all wondering: why does my Yorkie eat poop? It turns out, it is actually not uncommon behavior. And … [Read more...] about Why Does My Yorkie Eat Poop? (Several Possible Reasons)

Most Yorkshire terriers you've seen have probably had no tail. Or just a stub. At least if you are in the United States. That is often the case for Morkies, too. Especially if the Morkie in question takes after its Yorkie parent more than its Maltese parent. Are they born that way or do Morkies have tails at birth that are removed later? Keep reading to learn … [Read more...] about Do Morkies Have Tails? (Everything You Need To Know)

One thing is for certain. Both the Yorkshire terrier and the Yorkie Poo are as adorable as it gets. I mean we know Yorkies are the cutest thing ever. Now imagine that crossed with a poodle. But it doesn't stop at cuteness. Comparing the Yorkie vs Yorkie Poo reveals a bunch of other similarities. But there are some key differences, as well. Keep reading for a … [Read more...] about Yorkie Vs Yorkie Poo (Which Pet is Right For You?)

Have you heard this before? That dogs only see in black and white? I remember hearing that all the time as a kid. And we even had a dog. It was a Westie, not a Yorkie, but I always heard neither can see any colors. So is it true that Yorkies are color blind, if we all heard that dogs only see black and white? It's not. But they also don't see all of the colors we … [Read more...] about Are Yorkies Color Blind? (How Dogs Really See)

Yorkie puppies look very different from adult Yorkies. Of course they are smaller. But they are also different colors. More than that, their coats have completely different textures. Obviously, the famous Yorkshire terrier coat undergoes some major changes between puppyhood and adulthood. But it doesn't change all at once. The changes are gradual, but you can break … [Read more...] about Yorkie Puppy Coat Stages (What Changes You Can Expect)

Do you have a Yorkie with curly hair? Those exist. But they also don't. Confused? Don't worry. We'll explain it all below. The Yorkshire terrier's hair is its number one most defining characteristic. That makes the hair extremely important in determining what a purebred Yorkie actually is. Keep reading to learn whether Yorkies have curly hair. We will cover … [Read more...] about Do Yorkies Have Curly Hair? (What You Need To Know)

Yorkies live a long time. The average lifespan of the Yorkshire terrier is longer than most other dog breeds. But does that extend to mixed breeds as well. How long do Yorkie mixes live? Obviously, it depends on the mix. Along with a number of other factors. But we can give you a good idea what to expect. Keep reading to learn how long Yorkie mixes live on … [Read more...] about How Long Do Yorkie Mixes Live? (+Tips To Extend Lifespan)

It's a cruel fate. Loving dogs, but being allergic to them, so you can't have one. Or having someone else in the household who is allergic to dogs. The first logical step is to search for hypoallergenic dogs. Doing that might lead you to the Yorkshire terrier. Are Yorkie dogs hypoallergenic? The answer to that is both yes and no. We'll explain below. Keep … [Read more...] about Are Yorkie Dogs Hypoallergenic? (A Common Misconception)

Yorkshire terriers are the most popular toy dogs in the world. But they were not always seen as house pets and lap dogs. The Yorkie breed has a long history. And their beginnings are far less glamorous than the image they enjoy today. It was not until the late Victorian area in England and Scotland that they became popular as house pets. Originally, Yorkies were … [Read more...] about What Were Yorkies Bred For? (10 Fascinating Facts About Their Origin)