Health

When my Yorkie died suddenly, I was devastated. I was also confused. I had no idea anything was wrong. And I had no idea what could have caused my Yorkie's sudden death. It was my first ever Yorkshire terrier and I vowed that would never happen again. I made it a point to learn all the common reasons Yorkie's might die suddenly and how to recognize them … [Read more...] about My Yorkie Died Suddenly (7 Possible Causes)

Does your Yorkie have dry skin? It's not uncommon. And the good news is that it is easy to deal with, once you know how to treat dry skin on Yorkies. There are some great Yorkie dry skin home remedies using things you probably already have in the home. The 7 remedies we have for you below are all easy to implement and they use common ingredients most of us already … [Read more...] about How To Treat Dry Skin On Yorkies (7 Home Remedies That Work)

Obviously, something is wrong. When my Yorkie is walking weird, I know it is suffering somehow. The good news is that it's probably nothing serious. Most of the time it's simply a light leg injury that will soon heal. But a Yorkie wobbling or walking with a strange gait can also have serious causes. Causes for which you need to see a vet immediately. Keep … [Read more...] about My Yorkie Is Walking Weird (9 Possible Causes)

You should let your dog go outside 3 or 4 times a day to relieve itself. For most Yorkshire terriers, that is enough. Does your dog suddenly need to urinate far more often? Has it gotten to the point where you are asking: why does my Yorkie pee so much? Then you may have a big problem on your hands. A number of serious conditions can cause frequent urination in … [Read more...] about Why Does My Yorkie Pee So Much? (It Could Be Serious)

Any dog can suffer from tracheal collapse. But small dogs are most likely to develop this condition. Yorkshire terriers are especially prone to it. Many believe they are genetically predisposed. But what is Yorkie tracheal collapse exactly? Is it as bad as the name makes it sound? Yes, it is every bit as bad as it sounds. It is a horrible condition. Worse, there … [Read more...] about Yorkie Tracheal Collapse (Treatment Options & Everything You Need To Know)

Yorkies can be great dogs for allergy sufferers. No dog is 100% hypoallergenic. But Yorkies are far less likely to trigger allergies than other breeds. What about the other way around? Do Yorkies have allergies themselves? And if so, what are they generally allergic to? Keep reading to learn whether Yorkshire terriers can suffer from allergies themselves and … [Read more...] about Do Yorkies Have Allergies? (Everything You Need To Know)

We've all seen lists of foods Yorkies should not eat. Those lists can get pretty long. There are also a number of articles on this site mentioning stomach issues in Yorkshire terriers. Do Yorkies have sensitive stomachs then? Or is it just some of them and the incidence of Yorkies with stomach problems is about the same as other breeds? Keep reading to learn if … [Read more...] about Do Yorkies Have Sensitive Stomachs? (What You Need To Know)

Yorkies are prone to a number of health issues. You probably already know this. In particular, they tend to suffer from certain congenital problems. But what about seizures? Are Yorkies also prone to seizures? All dogs can get seizures. And Yorkshire terriers are no different. Keep reading to learn if Yorkies are more likely to suffer from seizures than other … [Read more...] about Are Yorkies Prone To Seizures? (What You Need To Know)

Few things scare me more. Whenever I see my Yorkie acting out of the ordinary, I start fearing the worst. I know how quickly even simple health problems can deteriorate with an animal this small. That's why it is vital to stay on top of any potential health issues. If my Yorkie is shaking and won't eat, I run through the list below and try to determine what is … [Read more...] about My Yorkie Is Shaking And Won’t Eat (9 Possible Causes & What to Do)

Dogs have baby teeth, just like humans. At a certain age, their permanent teeth begin to grow and push out those baby teeth. Once the adult teeth have pushed the puppy teeth out far enough, they fall out. At least they should. If you notice your Yorkie baby teeth are not falling out, you have a problem. Potentially a serious one. Keep reading to learn why a … [Read more...] about Yorkie Baby Teeth Are Not Falling Out (What To Do)