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Cardio Exercise This should be short and a bit more intense. This should be provided at least 1 time per week, 2 times is optimal. You can choose from a variety of different ways to achieve this. Throwing a ball to your dog and having them run after it is always fun for a dog. […]

Daily exercise has the following benefits: 1) Helps a dog release pent-up energy that may otherwise be directed in a negative way (excessive barking, destructive chewing, etc.) 2) Aides in maintaining muscles 3) Is good for the heart 4) Works to keep the metabolism working well 5) Can lead to a better night's sleep 6) […]

There is a lot to an ear...Especially for this toy breed. So, in regard to Yorkie ear issues, let's discuss: Floppy Ears - the age at which the Yorkshire Terrier's ears stand up Taping - Does this method work to make the Yorkie's ears stand erect, and if so, what is the proper method of […]

***Scraping*** It is split about 50/50 among owners if this is done at home or by the veterinarian. There are pro's and con's to both. If your dog is very patient and sits nicely for you...allowing you plenty of time to reach all areas and not feel rushed, it may be best to do this […]

****How to Give a Thorough Brushing***** Never use human toothpaste. A dog can swallow a lot of paste during the cleanings and the fluoride which is found in human tooth paste can wreak havoc in a dog's system. Some of them can be toxic, others may cause digestive issues or at the very least an […]

When to Begin Dental Care Taking care of the teeth should begin the moment you bring your Yorkie home. If you have a Yorkshire Terrier puppy, you will want to begin taking care of their teeth at a young age. It is best to handle a pup a lot... touch their paws...open their mouth...Run your […]

This breed is very prone to early tooth decay, much more so than many others. They are vulnerable to the effects of plague and tarter buildup. Infections easily set in. Because of this, proper dental care is extremely important. Decay can lead to very serious dental problems: Bacterial may build up and enter into the […]

Hi Friends Hope you enjoyed this Part 1 to Part Four on Yorkshire Separation Anxiety If you did miss out ,just follow back on our Blog on www.burenwag.co.za for the previous parts -This is our last part on this matter -I sincerely hope it helped alot of yorkies(and not only yorkies because this is helpfull […]

***Remove the significance of cues*** Many dogs are very aware that their owner is preparing to leave them home alone which can prematurely put them into a state of anxiety. Some things you may do that your Yorkie picks up on as cues include putting on your shoes, handling your car keys, pulling back curtains […]