Are yorkies good dogs?

Owning a toy breed means constant supervision and surveillance of what's going on around your tiny dog. Yorkshire Terriers must always be kept on-leash -- they are just too easy to injure when not under your complete control. Yorkies are not suited to young children, no matter how well-meaning the child. read more

Many Yorkshire Terriers live a good long life, but unfortunately this breed is very prone to a severe liver disease called liver shunt. Other health concerns include knee problems that can require expensive surgery, plus eye diseases. read more

Since Yorkies are often quite playful, they can make good companions for older kids who know better than to roughhouse with a tiny canine. Yorkies require extensive grooming, which offers one way for kids to learn to care for these dogs. read more

Yorkies, like many other Toy breeds, make good pets for people; they’re especially good for senior citizens, people with medical issues, and those who may worry about the size and strength of a larger dog. read more