The once popular Yorkie, why are fewer people owning them now?

Although Yorkshire Terriers are very cute and many people like them, their disadvantages are also very obvious. If you are planning to raise a Yorkshire Terrier, you must read this article carefully and then decide whether to raise one.

Common Health Issues of Yorkshire Terriers

Skeletal and Heart Diseases

Yorkshire Terriers, despite their small size which eliminates the need for frequent walks, are prone to patellar luxation and congenital heart diseases, especially the teacup size and micro teacup size varieties.

Skin Problems

The skin of Yorkshire Terriers is very delicate. If not dried properly after bathing or if they suffer from malnutrition, they are susceptible to skin diseases. Therefore, you need to prepare high-end imported grooming products and also keep fish oil and vitamins on hand.

Dietary Requirements of Yorkshire Terriers

Yorkshire Terriers, although they eat and excrete less, have very high dietary requirements. Ordinary dog food cannot meet their nutritional needs; they require high-end imported dog food and high-end imported nutritional supplements. For dog food, it is best to choose imported brands, costing hundreds of yuan per kilogram.

Special Considerations for Teacup Size Yorkshire Terriers

Teacup size and micro teacup size Yorkshire Terriers, despite their small and adorable size, which many young ladies find appealing, have a higher chance of congenital genetic diseases. If not properly cared for, they are also prone to hypoglycemia. Moreover, due to their small size, they are much more expensive than other sizes, generally costing around 20,000 to 30,000 yuan per dog. If your budget is limited, or if you do not have enough time, or if there is no one at home to take care of them, I advise you not to raise a teacup size or micro teacup size Yorkshire Terrier.

Economic Costs of Raising a Yorkshire Terrier

A down payment of 15,000 yuan and a monthly payment of 2,000 yuan is what it takes to raise a Yorkshire Terrier. Buying a dog is just the first step; subsequent grooming and beauty treatments also cost money. If you do not have a sufficient budget or a stable source of income, I advise you not to raise a Yorkshire Terrier, and certainly not to spend all your savings on one. What will you do for its future then?

Raising a dog should be taken seriously because, barring any accidents, it will accompany you for twelve to fifteen years. It will spend its entire life with you; you are everything to it, and its world revolves around you. Therefore, both buying and raising a dog should be done with great care.