Australian Shepherd Book by author and dog expert Liz Palika

Yorkie Dog training book by Liz Palika

The Complete Idiot's Guide
to Yorkshire Terriers

by Liz Palika

Yorkshire Terriers are small and cute, and you think one would make an excellent companion. However, Yorkies aren't called the King of Terriers for nothing, and they have the attitude to prove it.

Don't sit up and beg for help! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Yorkshire Terriers will show you how to handle this breed and keep your home harmonious! In this Complete Idiot's Guide,® you'll get:

• The history of the Yorkie and how it differs from other dogs in the terrier family
• How to manage parasites, diseases, and other health issues common to Yorkies
• The eight basic obedience commands to establish yourself as leader both inside and outside your home
• The best plans to protect your house and yard from your Yorkie – and vice versa

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS


Part 1: The King of Terriers

1- Is a Yorkshire Terrier the Right Dog for You?
2- What is a Yorkshire Terrier? History and physical characteristics
3- The Yorkshire is a terrier! What makes a Yorkie special
4- Finding a Yorkie for You

Part 2: There’s a Puppy in the House!

5- Prior Planning is Everything
6- Begin Establishing Household Rules
7- Housetraining Can Be a Challenge
8- Socialization is Vital

Part 3: The Healthy Yorkshire Terrier

9- Grooming Your Yorkie
10- Keeping Your Yorkie Healthy
11- Good Nutrition is Important
12- Health Problems to Watch Out For
13- Emergency First Aid

Part 4: The Well-Behaved Yorkie

14- You Are Your Yorkie’s Teacher
15- The Eight Basic Obedience Commands
16- Yorkies Will Make Mistakes
17- Understanding yorkie Behavior

Appendixes

A: A Doggy Dictionary
B: Yorkies (and other dogs) on the Internet

INTRODUCTION

As a dog obedience instructor for over 25 years, I have watched many Yorkie owners come into class carrying their dog because the dog has repeatedly refused to walk on a leash. There are usually housetraining problems, many times the dog is biting or nipping, and he is usually being fed from the table. Sometimes there have been complaints from the neighbors that the dog is barking nonstop when the owner leaves the house. Are Yorkies really this horrible? Well, they shouldn’t be, but they can be!

I teach dog obedience classes because I love dogs and enjoy sharing my life with them. My husband and I enjoy many different activities with our dogs, but we also treasure quiet times at home with them. Our dogs are good friends and companions. However, when a dog turns into a tyrant and makes life miserable, he is no longer a joy to spend time with.

When dog owners understand why their dogs do what they do, they can either change the situation or learn to live with it. However, when owners do not understand their dogs, the levels of anger and frustration can escalate until the dog is no longer a member of the family and is discarded. My goal is to make sure dog owners realize they have a means of making sure their dog is a friend and companion rather than a tyrant!

Liz Palika

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