Yorkshire Terriers for Dummies

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 288 pages
• Published by: For Dummies August 20, 2004
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0764568809
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0764568800
• Book Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.3 x 0.8 inches
• Weighs: 12.8 ounces

Book Description
So you want to adopt or are thinking about adopting a Yorkshire Terrier.  The 6^th most popular dog in the U.S., Yorkies are energetic, playful, and loving companions—and they’re cute as a button!  But it’s wise to know enough about the breed to determine whether or not a Yorkie is the right dog for you. This fun, friendly guide helps you decide if a Yorkie suits your lifestyle and gives you expert advice on keeping your dog healthy and content.

Yorkshire Terriers For Dummies is for you if you’re thinking about getting a puppy or adult Yorkie and want to know the best way to take care of this perky little pet.  This guide gives you the straight facts on everything you need to know about the health and well being of your Yorkie, featuring expert guidance in:

• Finding the right Yorkie for you
• Preparing your home for the new arrival
• Managing nutrition and health
• Exercising and entertaining your Yorkie
• Handling behavioral problems

From feeding and training to socializing, you’ll see how to meet a Yorkshire Terrier’s special requirements and develop a long and positive relationship with your dog.  You’ll discover the most important questions to ask a breeder and how to select the perfect Yorkie, as well as choose the right supplies.  Then, you’ll see how to acclimate a Yorkie to your home and your family, housetrain him, and set up a daily routine that works for both of you.  You’ll also find savvy tips on:

• Making it through the first night with your Yorkie
• Finding a veterinarian
• Teaching the most important commands
• Grooming your Yorkie’s gorgeous long coat
• Spotting symptoms of common health problems in Yorkies
• Breeding or showing your Yorkie

Complete with an immunization schedule, a guide to puppy-proofing your home, a list of online resources, and an 8-page full-color insert, Yorkshire Terriers For Dummies is the fun and easy way^® to keep your little Yorkie happy and healthy!

Back Cover Copy
Packed with step-by-step grooming tips from head to tail

See how to meet your Yorkie’s special needs

Yorkshire Terriers are energetic, playful, and loving companions. This fun, friendly guide helps you decide if a Yorkie suits your lifestyle and gives you expert advice on keeping your dog healthy and content. You’ll get helpful information on the breed standard, feeding, training, visits to the vet, and much more.

The Dummies Way

• Explanations in plain English
• "Get in, get out" information
• Icons and other navigational aids
• Tear-out cheat sheet
• Top ten lists
• A dash of humor and fun

Discover how to:

• Find the right Yorkie for you
• Prepare your home for the new arrival
• Manage nutrition and health
• Exercise and entertain your Yorkie
• Handle behavioral problems

Reader Reviews
I was considering getting a Yorkie for awhile so I bought this book to better inform myself. It is so full of information and it is written so that anyone can understand it (Dummies!?) It definitley helped me make the decision to get my precious Yorkie. So much of the info in this book was the same stuff that the breeder told me. So many things it tells you to expect are exactly what happened. For example, it tells you what to do before you bring home your puppy. Like getting it a blanket and a cuddle toy. My Yorkie looks for his blanket and his stuffed elephant everytime he is ready to lay down! It continues to be a big help with training. I recommend it for sure! Comment | | (Report this)