what it takes to be a good yorkie owner?
what it takes to be a good yorkie owner? General Dog Discussions
okay, so i am soooo obsessed with yorkies. they're just so adorable! and my apartment does not allow dogs, and so i really want a yorkie, and my parents said i could get one when we move into a smaller apartment because my brother is moving to a dorm for college, any whom, i am just so excited that there's a chance i'm getting one. i might be going to a local dog rescue. i just wanna ask some questions and get some advice.(:1. how much will it cost to rescue a yorkie? and what age should i get it at.2. is it friendly, or very sassy? what are the common personalities? 3. how long can i leave it home alone? because i have school for 8-9 hours, my parents aren't home either, well my dad's home for 3/7 of the week. 4. is it easy to train?(any tips?)5. does it consume much food a day?6. how often do i need to groom, cut, wash, comb the hair? 7. do it keep it in a leash? or is it independent while you're walking. how many times do i have to walk it? and do you recommend having pads for the yorkie in the house just in case it does a little accident while i'm not home. 8. how much do you think i have to go see a vet a year? how do i prevent it from getting sick. 9. easy to travel with? barks much? friendly? enjoys people? friendly with other dogs?