Archive for August, 2010

Why Not To Be Misled By A Teacup Yorkie

by Ian Vanderpute

Have you been thinking of getting a teacup Yorkshire terrier as your playful companion? If you are, then there is probably one thing going on in your mind right now, and that is how to get to know about someone who breeds teacup Yorkies, so that I can get a cute little teacup Yorkie for myself.

But before proceeding further there is one thing that every person wanting to own a teacup Yorkie knows that there is no such thing as a teacup Yorkie. There is no such breed of Yorkshire Terriers that can be classified as miniature or teacup Yorkies.

In fact the breed Yorkshire Terrier is already classified to be a Toy breed in the American Kennel Club, and there is by far no other breed known as teacup Yorkie. Although some Yorkie can grow up to be big, most of the Yorkies are in fact very small in size and stature, and this is one thing that is quite common among Yorkies.

Most Yorkies will come in at a normal weight of between 4-7 lbs normally. And while anything larger is alright, Yorkies which weigh in less the 4 lbs when they are full grown are not considered to be normal.

However there are many such unscrupulous and untrustworthy breeders who would try to fool you by resorting to terms such as teacup Yorkies to get you to buy from them. You should try to remember this fact when you are looking around for a breeder to buy your very own Yorkies puppy. Any breeder that is honest, trustworthy and reputed would never sell you a Yorkie that would ultimately grow up to be undersized or underweight.

If you are wondering how would the breeders know which terrier is going to be underweight, then you would want to know that they can determine this as they have years of experience in this profession and also they know that underweight Yorkies would be those who are the smallest in the litter.

Most of the breeders take pride in the work they do and this is the reason why no reputed breeder would sell an underweight, teacup Yorkie, to you. This is mainly because they know that small or teacup Yorkies are generally marred by diseases and genetic illnesses.

This can cause a lot of heartache and emotional pain to those owners who are not prepared to deal with this fact. It can cost the owner of a teacup Yorkie a lot of money in order to keep its prized Yorkie in better health.

If a breeder or someone else is trying to sell you teacup Yorkies whatever the sum of money, you are best advised to stay away from this person. They are not genuine and very possibly specialize in breeding small undersized Yorkies, which in itself can be thought of as inhumane since most teacup Yorkies suffer from ill health and can also be more prone to other illnesses and genetic problems.

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Best Breeds Of Dogs
by Zeeman Haus

Dogs are some of the best pets you’ll ever find. If you love animals, and you love an animal that is loyal to you, a dog is right for you. It takes a lot of work to maintain the proper quality of life for dogs, and it is important that you understand how to take care of them properly. Taking care of a pet is potentially a very overwhelming task.

Dogs are so great because they are so loyal. There is a reason why people continue to call them Man’s Best Friend. These animals are loyal to their owners, and will always be there when you need them. People have had dogs for years and years, and having them in families is essentially like adding another child. Depending on your pet needs, you may want to look at specific breeds.

Breeds like the Black Lab or Golden Retriever are great family dogs. These breeds are very friendly and lighthearted. They are very easy to train, generally, and they have good, mild dispositions. If you have children, it is important to find a breed that can handle a little manhandling and a little bit of roughness that a child may exhibit with them. Children can find a great companion in a dog as the family pet.

The smaller dogs like a Chihuahua or Poodle tend to be better for older families or families without children. Smaller dogs by nature tend to be a little more aggressive and have a little more of a temperamental attitude. This is always something that can be worked on, but it will take a bit. In general though, since these dogs are smaller and children tend to be rougher, this may not be the best breed for a family.

Always getting a bad rap, the bully breeds are a great family breed. Dogs included in the bully breeds are the Boxer, the American Bulldog, and the Rottweiler. These dogs, while they can be trained to be aggressive are generally nice dogs, if treated correctly; they are great pets for the home. If you’re looking for a great guard dog, these are the dogs you want.

As with any dogs, it is important to fully understand the breed you’re getting. Just like water is dangerous no matter how much you’re in, so is potentially every breed of dog. Proper training can make this better, and positively affect behaviors.

A dangerous dog is generally that way by training; a correctly trained dog that is treated right will be a great pet for any family. While dogs are a great pet for the family, it is important to know what you are getting into.

Dogs are great companion animals, and can bring a lot to any family. If you want to add another member to your pack, take a look at a great dog. There are many great breeds available at your local Humane Society for adoption.

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Zeeman Haus enjoys writing articles online on a variety of subjects. You can check out his latest website on Pet Safe Bark Collars which proves product reviews like bark control collars and spray bark collars.