Training and raising a Yorkshire Terrier: why and how to raise a Yorkshire Terrier

Proper Yorkshire Terrier Training

Yorkshire Terrier owners of small breeds often believe that their pets do not need to know basic commands. They think that due to their small size, the dog poses no threat to others, cannot cause serious damage to property, etc.

However, proper dog training, including command knowledge, is essential for both the pet and the owner.

Establishing Contact

In the relationship between a pet and its owner, the pet must understand that the human is its master. Certain boundaries are set:

• Each has their own personal space (their sleeping places are not taken to the toilet or bathroom,
• The pet must get used to the fact that the owner goes to work, etc.);
• They are not allowed to eat harmful food or destroy things.

If the pet does not see the person as a leader, it will start crossing the boundaries of what is allowed. The right type of relationship should be established by the age of 3 months.

How to Train a Yorkshire Terrier

It is essential for them to be in the company of both people and other pets. Isolated puppies:

• Become aggressive, pick fights with larger dogs;
• Or, on the contrary, are afraid even of other small dogs;
• Are not trainable;
• Can become possessive;
• Are too timid, afraid of children, loud noises;
• Do not know how to behave with the opposite sex during mating.

Therefore, socialization should start from the very first days of the puppies - first carried, then on a leash. Playing with other dogs and animals has a positive effect. The breed is calm, active, and playful by nature, and the owner's task is to prevent irreversible changes. An important aspect of communication with the pet is teaching basic commands. It is also important for the owner to feed the pet on time and correctly (we recommend Blitz dog food).

Why Yorkshire Terrier Training is Necessary

It makes life easier for both the pet and the owner. There is a myth that small breeds have lower intelligence than large ones. Therefore, they have difficulty or cannot learn complex commands. This is incorrect: small dogs can be spoiled and difficult to train precisely because owners treat them as "cute fluffy toys," which would not occur to the owner of a German Shepherd or Boxer. Small dogs are not just decorative toys, so Yorkshire Terrier training is possible and necessary.

Training starts with simple tasks - getting them used to their sleeping place, litter box, showing them chew toys. It is essential to use a leash during walks: it will take some time for the pet to get used to it.

A trained Yorkshire Terrier becomes manageable: you can call them back if they are in danger, prevent them from picking up food or other items from the ground. Unfortunately, simply raising your voice without prior training will not yield results; instead, the dog will just get scared.

Step-by-Step Yorkshire Terrier Training at Home

The owner will need patience and dog treats. All training is based on the authority of the owner and rewarding good behavior/command execution.

Yorkies and Litter Box

First and foremost, puppies are trained to use a litter box. This is a useful skill that allows them to relieve themselves at home in bad weather or when the owner cannot take them out.

Puppies are shown the place, taken there after play, meals, and sleep. When they use it, they are praised and given a treat.

If a puppy goes elsewhere, they are scolded but never hit. A stern tone and disapproval are sufficient. A little trick is to wet a cloth or newspaper with urine and place it in the litter box. The puppy will smell "their" scent and decide to go to the toilet in the right place.

Commands for Yorkshire Terrier Training

The most essential commands are "Come" and "No." They are taught from the age of 3 months. If desired, they can also learn standard commands like "Sit," "Down," "Place," but they are not as crucial. The main rules for teaching commands are:

• Consistent wording.
• Reward for success.
• The pet must obey every family member.

How to Train a Yorkshire Terrier

Training sessions with a dog trainer will be effective - they will advise on how to conduct training at home. The owner can also train the pet if they are seen as an authority figure. All family members should adhere to the rules of behavior: the owner should not forbid something while others encourage it. It is also important to get Yorkshire Terriers used to regular bathing, grooming, and teeth cleaning.