What will the puppies come home with?

These puppies will come with their AKC registration without breeding rights, transition food, a blanket with their litters scent on it, training treats, toys, puppy pads and a donut bed. Sometimes I throw in extra things but this is the main puppy pack!

What products do you recommend I get before they come home?

I’ve tried many products throughout my time with my yorkies so I made this list for you! I really hope it helps you!!

Are there any specific grooming needs or recommendations for this breed?

If you go to a groomer, your pup will need to be up to date on all vet records beforehand. They will be used to baths with me, but I would encourage starting their grooming around 5-6 months, but I like a little fluffy puppy for a moment! Here’s a puppy shampoo for yorkies I’d recommend. After 6 months, I would follow your groomers advice but typically it’s every 6-8 weeks I believe. I cut my own dogs hair. If you decide to do this, I would encourage nice clippers and scissors!

What kind of diet is the puppy currently on, and what feeding schedule do you recommend?

The puppies are currently taking Royal Canine (with a small yorkie puppy on the front). They will be sent home with a bit to help transition them. I would keep them on this food or another high quality puppy food for their first year of life. It has a lot of nutrients great for them. After this, you can transition them to whatever you would like!

The feeding schedule I currently have them on is 3 times a day. I feed them at 9am, 3pm and 8pm. When they come home to you, I would recommend 2 times a day. I’d feed them when you wake home and then when you come home from work or eating dinner. Don’t feed them too late or you could have more accidents!

What socialization have you done with the pups?

I absolutely love being apart of socializing these little ones. They’re able to play a lot with my other yorkies, other dogs that I board at the time, my son, my friends kids and everyone else who comes in the home. They normally always go on a long road trip as well and I try to get them accustomed to a car before they go home to you. If you have a cat, I can also introduce them to a cat, but that’s really never an issue.

Other than people and animals, I absolutely let them experience the crazy noises of the world including loud tvs, vacuums, other dogs barking, kids screaming, etc. I want them to feel the most confident and this sincerely helps!

What vet visits have the pups gone through? When should I take the puppy for their next vet visit?

At 3-5 days after birth, these babies will go to the vet for their first checkups, tail docking and their dewclaws removed. We do this at this time because the bones have not calcified and it’s best for them. They also check for heart murmurs at this time.

Next time they go to the vet is at 8 weeks old for their vet check and vaccinations. Here, they get checked for heart murmurs, hernias, balls(if male), and healthy teeth. They receive bordetella and distemper-parvo.

You will need to take them next for their vet visit at 12 and/or 16 weeks. All vets are different and they will be able to provide the best advice for you, but I would make the appointment for the 12th. Normally they will split up vaccines because these pups are so small.

Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?

1. Dental Issues

• Yorkies are prone to early tooth loss, tartar buildup, and gum disease due to their small mouths. Regular brushing and dental cleanings are crucial.

2. Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)

• Common in puppies under 12 weeks or very small Yorkies. I’ve never had this issue with any of my pups, but it is common in the little pups that are smaller and very overwhelmed.

• Symptoms: Weakness, shaking, lethargy, or even seizures.

• Prevention: Feeding small, frequent meals and having Nutri-Cal or honey on hand if needed.

3. Collapsing Trachea

• Causes a harsh, honking cough when excited or pulling on a leash.

• Use a harness instead of a collar to avoid extra pressure on the throat.

What advice do you have for housebreaking and crate training?

Use a Strict Schedule, take them to the same space, reward through treats or praise(whatever speaks to them) and don’t be afraid to use the puppy pads at the beginning. Scoot them toward the back door slowly and they’ll catch on! This works for me great! Honestly, it just takes time and consistency. They will learn. They just have small bladders.

As for crate training, make their crate a great experience! Don’t get them one too small or too large. At the beginning, I like my puppies to have room for their bed and a small puppy pad. That’s it! Once they get more potty trained, I take away their puppy pads. Their crates or pens are supposed to be safe places!

Can I make my dog a service dog?

Yes! They’re great for medical alerting (seizures, diabetic episodes or allergic reactions) but are more common used for emotional support(PTSD, anxiety or depression). I actually have one little girl that is currently 12 that gets seizures and has one of my puppies helping her out. I’m very proud of this!

Do you offer any post-purchase support or advice?

Absolutely! I am always here! Seriously for any questions or concerns. I also love getting updates from my puppy parents so please send them my way!