
| There are many good dog foods on the market, but few are sold in grocery stores. Do your homework and find the best high-protein food that you can afford for your pet. Because of their small size, Yorkshire terriers do not eat much. High-quality food is one of the most beneficial things you can do for your loved one. Although they adore human food, I recommend this in moderation and not as an everyday treat. Puppies are quite sensitive to what you feed them and may experience vomiting or diarrhea with new or excessive food intake. We recommend Purina 1, Science diet formulas, and of course, any veterinarian recommended food formulations. |
| Treats: A word of caution about Chew Treats. If you do give your pets rawhide treats, replace them often. In some cases, dogs have gotten them caught in their throats, which means a fast trip to the emergency veterinary hospital or worse. As a puppy or dog chews them, they soften, and the dog is able to get small pieces off. As the treats wear down in size, the possibility of accidental choking increases. Please use these treats with caution. |
| Also note Hypoglycemia below. Make sure Yorkie Puppies and other small breeds are feed three times a day, with at least two meals being of the dry ration. If you're giving your puppy milk bone treats, one of them is like a meal so you can't expect them to also eat a full ration of dry at the same time. Keep treats to a minimal, remember that a tablespoon of something is to them a good-sized treat. My dogs love vegetables of all types, carrots, squash, green beans and also many fresh fruits. Even those are kept at a minimal, a bite or two will keep them happy. Too many treats will also throw off the balanced diet they need and should be getting from their regular diet. Hypoglycemia: Hypoglycemia or Low Blood Sugar can be caused by stress, improper diet or a missed meal, being chilled, or too much energy being used during the day playing too long at one time. Puppies that usually are affected are the toy breeds at six weeks to 12 weeks old. The liver stores energy, but in a small puppy it can not store enough for long periods, especially with additional stress factors. Signs of this can be as slight as a depressed attitude or as serious to finding your puppy in a coma. Treatment can be as simple as giving a small amount of Karo Syrup for a mild case to a Dextrose Solution intravenously by your Veterinarian. If you suspect this condition, consult your Veterinarian for even a mild case. Repeated episodes can lead to further more severe complications. |