Sunday, April 4, 2010

The Attitude of a Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire terrier is one of the most attractive of the small toy dog breeds. They are charming, intelligent, and given their size they are courageous and will defend their territory vigorously against much larger dogs.

They are very curious by nature and very energetic. This affectionate dog breed is courageous, loyal and very smart. Although they may be a small dog, they have attitude and gusto of a much larger dog. Yorkshire Terriers are very social creatures who love to mix and be a part of the action or the center of attention among family. They may be suspicious or aggressive with strangers and strange animals.

While they make wonderful companions, it is important that owners take the time to understand them and show control and management that they can be quite dominant. Without a solid command, they can develop what is known as a small dog syndrome and can take over the house. It's so easy and quick to forget about correcting their behavior when they are so little, but with gentle leadership and the right training, you can get them back on track and in the right pecking order. These lovable pups have long flowing hair black, blue, tan or silver covering their delicate little legs and is very loving to all family members and any older children. This is due to their small frames as they often injure easily and can be a bit snappy around younger children.

Yorkshire Terrier as a lot of people's attention and some even ask for it or dependent on it. If they do not get their own way, their behavior can change this by jealousy and being overprotective, or even neurotic whose owners can not meet their pet needs. Although loving these cute little pets and because of their demanding temperament, you should still take your puppy to obedience training as they can be put in their ways and stubborn, plus it would be useful for them to learn some basic commands like come when called.

When thinking about introducing your Yorkshire Terrier to the family, take account of their attitude and temperament. All members of the family have to take their attitude towards them by being firm and consistent in terms of negative behavior, otherwise they will take over and dictate to you what they want you to do. If you can not take a leadership role with your pet then this dog is not for you.

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