Yorkshire Terriers

Why not keep your eye out at the local shelters? One in every four dogs who come through are purebreeds. In addition, you may find a dog you fall in love with regardless of his lineage. Tens of thousands of dogs are killed each year because people get hung up on expensive animals. Your pet will love you no matter his blood.

I agree! I am a huge advocate for both the SPCA and Humane Society. Check with local shelters and also rescue organizations. There are so many beautiful dogs awaiting a home. You might decide on another breed or a mixed breed that includes some Yorkie blood. Whatever you decide, remember to have your pet fixed. It really is the right thing to do.

If cost is a big hurdle for you, it may be time to look into an adult who is available either through rescue or through a responsible breeder. Many good breeders will place their older females in family homes when they are retired. Visit a local dog show, and talk with the breeders who are competing, or contact the breed club for your area and ask them about rescue. If the club doesn't run a rescue group, they will be able to refer you to one.

from no-brainer. i wouldn't buy an inexspencive yorkie because cheap dogs sometimes happen to get many health ishews or the dog may be non-existent and you lose your money if its over the internet... if you buy a dog over the internet make sure the dog accualy exists first so you don't lose 100 and more dollors over a fake..

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Honestly, inexpensive yorkies are most of them time from backyard breeders. If you really want a Yorkshire terrier and have done all your research on the breed and prepared to take care of all of it's special grooming and exercise needs, than you should either look into finding a reputable breeder that takes good care of the dogs and meet the parents and go in to check out the living conditions. It's not going to cheap but look at it this way; would you rather buy a CHEAP pup that is going to have health problems which lead to vet bills in the future and heartbreak, or a healthy pup just to pay a bigger amount up front? Either that or really it would be a better idea to check out your local shelters as said before. Good luck! (:

~ shaybabay

my first reaction was yes it is,, but how big is your yorkie generally??? yorkies weight does vary from 4lbs-9lbs. Also is your yorkie a purebred or a crossbreed as this would determine it's adult size. Does your yorkie have difficulty walking or shortness of breath?? Yorkies appetites very from dog to dog some are fussy eaters others will eat whatever is put in front of them. My Yorkie is 8lbs and is very healthy and has mad 5 minutes then at other times like to curl up for a nap. so your yorkie's weight might slow down once he/she stops growing and starts having mad 5 minutes.

Generally if there are no outward signs of ill health, they have a good appetite and your vet is pleased with their condition then i dont think you have anything to worry about, one last thought have you had your yorkie neutered as this may make them more likely to put excess weight on but this is more likely in later life!!

Correction: Not for a larger bred dog it's not! How large were the sir and dame (daddy & mommy )?

It also depends on if it's purebred or a "Toy" and "Teacup" breed. Toys and Teacups are not pure-breeds, but are actually the runts being bred down to make them small. The Toy and Teacup breed is unhealthy and do not have the same lifespan as a Purebred Yorkshire. My Yorkshires will range from 3-7lbs. They are Pure German lines, unlike the impure breed being sold stateside. You have nothing to worry about. It's just a large Yorkshire. If you suspect your Yorkshire is eating too much then regulate their eating habits. Ask you Vet if they think any health issues may be involved. It's not true if they are fixed that they eat more and are heavier. Any Dog can eve if they are fixed or not. Trust a breeder of purebred lines. Your baby is fine!!!