Training a puppy is sometimes the most dreaded of obtaining a new addition to your family. But training your new puppy yorkie should not be a chore. Make it a fun game with these exercises.
Yorkshire Terrier puppies are usually very open person and open them easily, which makes training much easier for you and your puppy.

A great game to teach the command “Come” is a baby monkey version in between. A person calls the puppy “Chaz, come, come Chaz” in a happy, more optimistic. When the puppy comes more out of the womb, giving him lots of praise and a treatment if you wish. Hide and Seek is another way to teach the command “Come” and to teach your puppy to trust you. While outside in the yard, hiding behind a tree, bush, chair or other objects. Peek and see if your puppy realizes that you’re gone.

A fun way to teach your puppy the name of the toy or the command “Where’s your toy?” Ask: “Where’s your toy?” Begin with praise and rewards. Leave Yorkie puppy to sniff her toy and praise when he does.  Yorkshire Terrier puppy training should not be the same mundane routine day after day. Use your imagination to find time for training both fun and create an eternal bond.

If you are planning on purchasing a purebred Yorkie puppy for show or breeding when he or she matures, your best possible option is to buy from an established, reputable breeder.There are also two distinct types of Yorkie puppy and those are show and pet quality. Pet quality Yorkie puppies will be sold as pet quality clearly indicated on the sales contract and the same is true for show quality.

Typically pet quality Yorkie puppies from a reputable Yorkie breeder will also come with the requirement that they be spayed or neutered and not used for breeding purposes. This provides the original breeder with the knowledge that the Yorkie puppy will not fall into the hands of a disreputable breeder or to a puppy mill.

Purchasing your puppy from a Yorkie breeder provides you with:
– Peace of mind as to the medical background of the puppyís parents in current and past generations. Many Yorkie breeders now have computer programs that generate a pedigree, but a handwritten copy is just as good.

- Quality assurance that the puppy that you purchase will meet breed standards and specifications. This will be true with show quality, however not all pet quality Yorkie puppies for sale will meet all breed standards and they may have disqualifying faults. Ask the Yorkie breeder to explain the difference and the faults in a pet quality Yorkie puppies before buying.

- Support in understanding and working with the breed of your choice ñ the Yorkie. A good quality Yorkie breeder will be an asset to you in providing information about the breed as well as giving you pointers on showing, breeding and even training in the future.

- Advice as to vaccination regimes, medical concerns associated with the breed, local trainers and handlers, and other questions you may have.

- Assurance that the puppy can be registered. For a Yorkie puppy to be registered, both the dam and sire must also be registered and that information provided to the new owner or owners. A Yorkie breeder will typically include all that information on the bill of sale or the sales contract, plus they will assist you with registering the puppy should there be any concerns or problems.

- Health guarantee and vaccination records will all be including in the paperwork from the Yorkie breeder. Always ask about health issues in the breeding line and carefully read the health guarantee or warranty that the breeder is offering.

- For show quality Yorkie puppies the breeder will usually provide a fertility guarantee, although there may be exceptions and limitations on this guarantee. The Yorkie breeder may also retain the right to approve any future breeding of the puppy when it matures to ensure that the dog will only be used in the advancement of the breed, not in a for profit breeding program such as a puppy mill.

- The Yorkie breeder will also usually provide a package, basket or starter kit for you Yorkie puppy. This will usually include information, enough food for the first day or two as well as ideas and tips for helping your puppy settle in.

A Yorkie breeder will usually be active in showing animals, and will be very aware of the current trends in the breed, so they will be actively pursuing the breed standards.

Source : why buy from a yorkie breeder rather than a pet shop

The Yorkshire terriers, or Yorkies, originated from Scotland but bred in England. They were molded to hunt rats, but nowadays they are popular as pets. In fact, their variety was one of the Top Dog Breeds of 2005.

They usually grow being small and light varieties. Hence, owners do not mind having their pets on their lap almost all day. Moreover, this usual bonding activity usually transforms this lap dog into a bright, playful, and loyal companion pet.

The following are some of the basic facts breeders would really love to know about Yorkies:
Category: Toy (Terrier)
Living Environment: indoors (highly recommended); outdoors (fenced yard)
Coat: silky, glossy, long and fine; no undercoat
Colors: black when young but they attain the colors tan and blue as they mature
Height: between 8 and 9 inches
Weight:  between 3 and 7 pounds
Temperament:

Naturally,
•    they are territorial and like their privacy to be respected
•    they are intelligent and fearless
•    they are assertive and independent

When properly trained,
•    they develop close affinity with older children
•    they become really playful and lively
•    they become extremely affectionate
•    they do not mind having other pets at home
•    they focus much of their attention and affection toward their owner

Breeders should note of the following health issues:
•       Alopecia, or losing hair
•       Cataract, or loss of transparency of one or both lenses of the eyes
•       Cryptorchidism, wherein testicles do not descend into the scrotum
•       Dwarfism
•       Entropion, a disorder with the eyelid; lashes on the eyelid that irritate the eyeballs could lead to other complications
•       Glaucoma, a condition that causes an increase pressure within the eye
•       Hydrocephalus
•       Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, or the reduction of tear production
•       Low blood sugar
•       Patellar luxation, a disorder in the kneecap
•       Portosystemic shunt, or the accumulation of blood toxins in the liver
•       Urolithiasis, an infection of the urinary tract leading to the formation of bladder stones.

Care and Exercise:
•    They require daily grooming.
•    Ears and eyes must be cleaned and checked regularly.
•    Dental hygiene must be regularly maintained.
•    They are fit only for short strides.
•    They should have a regular play time while lying under the sunbeams, chasing shadows, and joining tug-of-war.

Origin/History:
In the 19th century, a number of weavers from Scotland migrated to England and brought with them different terriers that were bred to hunt rats. Through time, these terriers were crossed and terriers with “broken hairs” were produced.

In 1870, a “broken-haired Scotch terrier” was named as a Yorkshire terrier by a reporter. He argued that the breed should be called as such because his types were bred in a town called Yorkshire.

Though the Yorkies were originally bred as working dogs, they became fashionable pets is England in the latter part of the Victorian era. In 1972, Yorkies were brought to the United States and became the country’s favorite pet.

You can say that the Yorkies developed into tough breeds because of their ancestors’ reputation as rat-hunters. However, their size, and playful and bright character have actually captured the attention and affection of most pet owners. Most proud owners would boast that they have the great giants inside the bodies of these little dogs. If you want a small but terrible breed of dog, grab a Yorkie now! Just a friendly reminder, they would really need your attention and companionship than any other terriers.