Some people prefer large dogs, the type that bound around
and leap up high to catch Frisbees and frighten potential burglars into trying
their luck elsewhere. Other people prefer little dogs, the type that like
to sit on laps, take little walks around the park and make little yapping
noises to greet the postman.
If you are one of the latter people, then you might be
interested in searching for Yorkshire Terriers for sale in your local
area.
Yorkshire Terriers are smaller than many cats and have
long, silky hair and make great pets whether you have a grown up
household or have young children in your family. They were popular in
Victorian times and again in the trenches during the First World War as a breed
that was good at catching rats: they have quick reflexes, can get into
surprisingly small spaces and have sharp little teeth close to the front of
their muzzles.
Now, they are popular in houses where space is restricted
or with owners who are not as mobile as others and who want a dog that needs
only short walks. They need regular grooming because of their long hair,
which can quickly become tangled and full of burrs and mud if left unattended.
That same hair, though, is usually very good for people who are prone to
allergies, since there is little dander and shedding compared to other breeds.
If you have a Yorkshire terrier in your home you will
always know when someone is coming to visit, or just walking past your
house. Excessive barking can be a problem with this breed, but is
something that can be trained out if it is acted upon early and
thoroughly. Many Yorkshire Terriers (and staffy dogs) end up in the care
of the RSPCA after owners find that their dog yaps too much and is annoying the
neighbours. If you want a Yorkshire Terrier, make some enquiries with
your local RSPCA branch as you could easily find the dog of your dreams in
their care (at a fraction of the price you would pay to a breeder, and with
full knowledge of the dog’s temperament and health).
If you buy a Yorkshire terrier, it is vital to be sure that
it has been properly socialised and that, if you have young children, it has
been raised to be familiar with children. If not, Yorkshire Terriers can
be aggressive towards strangers and snap at children if they are frightened or
startled. Adopting a Yorkshire terrier, on the other hand, would ensure
that the staff at the shelter would point you towards particular dogs that were
known to be good with children and friendly. Staff at a shelter are more
interested in finding a successful home for the dogs in their care – you can
never be sure of the motives of a breeder in selling you a dog.
This is a guest post by Claire Chat a new Londoner, travel
passionate and animal lover. She blogs about Pets and Travelling in Europe. If
you want Claire to write you specific content, you can find email her here or
contact her on Twitter (Claire_Chat).
