How to avoid my Biewer Yorkie being jealous of my new born baby?

Big Dog | June 17th, 2010

Is it normal, anyway?!

Yes, it is. Just imagine the situation from the point of view of your Biewer Yorkie. He is part of the family, often treated as “the kid”, and then, suddenly, a new creature arrives and takes all the attention of his beloved family. It is quite similar to what older children feel, when a little brother/sister arrives. One of the differences is just that the dog can’t speak English :)

Actually, if we are aware of this ‘problem’ in advance, the situation can be handled, but it needs consciousness and to be started in time, long before the baby’s arrival. Let’s see how we can prepare our Biewer Yorkie for the new family member.

If your dog’s daily routine has to be changed with the baby’s arrival (it probably will), you should start changing the rules much earlier, giving him plenty of time to get used to the new set up. This way it isn’t going to be so sudden and shocking. If your Yorkie hasn’t really been trained before, it’s high time to start. He should learn at least a few commands, like sit, stay, etc. This way, he’ll be easier to handle.

Many families worry about their dog endangering the health of the child, so the best thing to do is to take your pet to the vet, get him checked and get some advice. Get your Biewer Yorkie used to the new smells, sounds in advance (blankets, lotions, toys). It’s also a good idea, that just after your baby was born, send home a blanket that the baby had been in, so your dog can experience the child’s smell in advance. It is very important to know that your  Yorkie will get a lot less attention from the mother, so when taking the baby home for the first time, the mother should greet the dog, so it is better if someone else is carrying the baby.

It is also a good idea not to leave them alone together at the first times, until your Biewer Yorkie feels comfortable with the baby, because, for example, it is very possible that the dog won’t tolerate the child’s crying very well in the beginning. You have to teach him that this is a normal sound, and you should motivate him not to bark (with treats, for example).

And the most important rule for last, maybe it seems too obvious, but it’s still worth mentioning: try to give as much attention to your Biewer Yorkie as you can. The point is that he has to feel that you do care about him. If you keep this in mind, most probably there will be no problem. You could also try Preparing Fido, which is an amazing collection of Baby sounds designed especially to get your dog ready for the arrival of the new Baby!

Avoid unnecessary vet bills! Do your dog’s basic health check!

Biewer Yorkie playing – video

Big Dog | April 23rd, 2010

If you have a Biewer Yorkie, you know what an adorable breed it is. If you don’t, you can find out from this video! You will see a cute Biewer Yorkie playing with his toy. He seems oblivious of his small size. This also shows that Biewers are very eager for adventure. This breed is highly energetic, clever, brave and loyal. The Biewer Yorkie can live happily in a small household or apartment but they need a good amount of exercise every day. Make sure your lifestyle affords the breed you have in mind, before you make your decision to buy your dog.

Why pay $50 to have your Biewer Yorkie groomed every 4-6 weeks?

Big Dog | April 14th, 2010

If you own a Biewer Yorkie and would like to make it look as good as possible, then this Dog Grooming Instructional How To Video Set can save you thousands of dollars in the long run.

Grooming your own dog can be a fun activity for both of you, provided that you are confident in what you are doing is right. This video set is going to teach you just that: how to have a good time and save money at the same time. There are a lot of things you should be a aware of before you start grooming your  Biewer Yorkie yourself. For instance, what equipment to use (clippers, blades, shears) and what areas you must take extreme care of. You should not start your home grooming experience, unless you know all these things, otherwise you can end up spending long hours grooming your dog or even hurting it. However, with the  Dog Grooming Instructional How To Video Set you can gather enough knowledge on grooming, to start your own grooming business!

Whether you want to become a pro groomer or just save money on grooming bills, this video set can get you where you want to be.

How to potty train a Biewer Yorkie?

Big Dog | March 4th, 2010

Potty training a Biewer Yorkie can take a long time and cause a lot of pain for both dog and owner if not done correctly. Sharda Baker’s ebook and audio package, ‘The Complete 7 Day Dog Potty Training Guide‘ teaches you how to potty train any dog in just seven days. Baker’s comprehensive approach is based on her real life experience and also deals with adult dogs, rescue shelter dogs, which other similar products tend to miss.

  • Effective and ineffective training methods compared
  • The best time to start training
  • List of best equipment and supplies
  • How to clean soiled areas in no time
  • Training older dogs
  • Handle common potty training problems
  • Potty train a new puppy
  • How to use potty pads
  • Crate training
  • How to train dogs from rescue shelters
  • What to do about marking
  • Litter box training
  • Effective paper training
  • Leaving your dog home alone.

The package also includes free bonuses, like the Vet Health Tips Audio Interview dealing with all aspect of dog care and 101 Homemade Dog Recipes to help you feed your dog in a healthy, convenient and economic way. The book comes with a 60 day 100% money back guarantee so you have nothing to lose.

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Can a Biewer Yorkie be registered with the AKC?

Big Dog | January 22nd, 2010

Registering a dog at the American Kennel Club allows the owner to be officially documented as a part of the breed’s history as time goes by and supporting canine research, proper dog care and other thrusts for responsible ownership. Upon registration, the dogs receive a health plan trial, a complimentary veterinarian visit and the eligibility to compete in AKC sponsored events.

Unfortunately the Biewer Yorkie is not a recognized breed by the AKC till this day. However it was accepted by the American Rare Breed Association or ABRA as a rare breed in December 2007 and the National Breed club title was given to the Biewer Terrier Club of American, Inc. In their country of origin, Germany, the breed is recognized by more than 50 clubs and registries. AKC recognized or not, these little dogs are finding their ways into the homes of loving and caring families.

How do you buy a European Biewer Yorkie?

Big Dog | December 17th, 2009

biewer-yorkie3Getting a Yorkie is not as simple as going to a “pet store” and pick out what may appear to be a purebred when in actuality it may be a product of what is known as a “backyard breeder”. Before purchasing a Yorkie, one must research on what comprises the accepted and desired breed standard. Biewer Yorkies have compact and neat bodies, 8 ½ inches in height and 7 pounds in weight, with shiny and silky coats that can be long enough to reach the floor. These are just a few of the traits that must be present to qualify what one may see as a true purebred.

Getting as much reliable information as one can will definitely arm a prospective owner in the face of shady or irresponsible breeders trying to pass their canines as the real thing. Here are some red flags that may indicate a breeder may not be true to the Biewer Yorkie standard:

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Biewer Yorkie Puppy

Big Dog | December 4th, 2009

Biewer Yorkie Puppy Photo

This cute Biewer Yorkie pup looks like waiting for something. Or he is ready for a high jump.


How to Give Your Dog a Checkup

Biewer Yorkie

Big Dog | November 24th, 2009

Biewer Yorkie

Making sure everything is in order. What an adorable Biewer Yorkie puppy!

Biewer Yorkie: Looking Good, Feeling Good

Ann | November 10th, 2009

This small dog is not to be seen as a fragile or delicate dog. They have a compact body that is well proportioned and gives off an aura of power despite its size and ribbon-tied hair to keep it from going into the eyes. Since these dogs are very adventurous and always eager to go on outings with the family, it is best to keep them well groomed and physically fit.

Biewer Yorkie

The coats of the Biewer Yorkie can grow long which may add to any event of heat stroke. A puppy cut is recommended by most owners and a regular bath every two to three weeks. To give that healthy shine, use a wire comb once a week. However if the dog will be entered in to a dog show, standards suggest that the hair grow long enough to touch the floor. For toning of their muscles, regular play time and walks will be sufficient to keep these fellas in tip top shape.

Avoid unnecessary vet bills! Do your dog’s basic health check!

How To Give your Dog a Checkup

Is Biewer Yorkie and Parti Yorkie the same?

Ann | October 22nd, 2009

Distinguishing an animal from another animal is not that easy especially when they are from both of the same origin. There may be confusion among owners when the appearances are used to determine which is which, but a careful eye can tell the difference.

Biewer Yorkie

The Biewer Yorkie and the Parti Yorkie for example: developed in Yorkshire, England is a terrier type dog. The Yorkshire terrier, known as the Yorkie, there are two kinds: the biewer yorkie and the Parti Yorkie. They are highly energetic, brave, clever, intelligent, loyal, fun loving, affectionate to their human family. The main difference between the two is the Biewer has small, silky blue and tan coat while the Parti has coats of white with black and tiny places with tan.  It is due to a recessive color gene that the parents carry Parti’s are considered rare and may be costly to get one.