The breeder should have taken your Yorkie to a vet at 6 weeks of age for an exam, his first distemper shot, and a dewormer to kill internal parasites. Ask for a bill or invoice from the vet to prove this was done. You should always research the breeder before purchasing a dog. Your Yorkshire Terrier will need to return to the vet for a second dose of dewormer 2 weeks after his initial visit. This will kill any residual worms. Make sure your dog gets regular veterinary care, including the following vaccines according to this schedule:  Heartworm preventative at 8 weeks, then once a month during heartworm season (or year round depending upon your veterinarian’s recommendation.) Lyme vaccine at 9 weeks, followed by a booster at 12 weeks Rabies vaccine at 12 weeks Spay or neuter operation at 6 months An annual exam and vaccine booster starting at 1 year of age Twice yearly examinations starting at 10 years of age Put a small dab of dog toothpaste on your finger and let him lick it off. Then, place a little paste on the brush and wipe it along the gums. The next day, brush a little toothpaste along the gums and outer surfaces of the outer teeth. Try to brush more teeth every day, until you're able to brush all the outer surfaces of the teeth.  You don’t need to try to brush the inner teeth because most plaque attacks the outer teeth. Get your Yorkie used to teeth brushing, which is important since they have crowded teeth. These tight spaces are perfect for bacteria and plaque to collect, causing tooth loss and decay. The veterinarian will check your Yorkshire Terrier's teeth at his annual exam. But, you'll still need to take your Yorkie for a professional tooth cleaning to remove bacteria and plaque under the gums even if you brush his teeth daily. Get your Yorkshire Terrier's teeth professionally cleaned at least once a year. While you are brushing, check for any sores, loose teeth, or growths in your Yorkie's mouth. If you find any, take your dog to the veterinarian for an examination. A Yorkie is prone to several health problems because of its small size, especially broken bones. Your bold little dog may try to take on much larger dogs which can lead to injuries. Always keep your Yorkie on a leash and by your side when you take him out. Be aware that your Yorkie may be affected by:  Patellar (kneecap) luxation: The kneecap slips out of place in varying degrees. Your dog may  need surgery if he's crippled, although some dogs are only mildly affected. Collapsing trachea: Pressure from pulling on collars can cause your Yorkie's trachea to collapse in varying degrees. It's a good idea to use a harness instead of a collar for Yorkie's with this health condition. Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease: Limping and muscle atrophy is caused by a problem with the blood flowing to the thigh bone and pelvis. Surgery corrects this condition.

Summary: Talk with the breeder about early health care. Get regular veterinary treatments. Brush your Yorkshire Terrier's teeth. Get professional dental care. Recognize health problems unique to Yorkshire Terriers.


. Worldwide, estimates are that smoking accounts for more than 5 million deaths each year, worldwide. This is one of the ultimate bad habits, and one people have particular difficulty with. Nonetheless, there are options:  Quit smoking cold turkey Quit smoking with e-cigarettes Choose a smoking cessation program Quit smoking with the help of caffeine earn how to curb your excessive drinking. Every now and again, one or two drinks isn't that bad. In fact, some studies show that, in moderation, alcohol can actually be healthy. But too many of us get out of control when we drink, and we know it. Again, there are options!  Quit drinking with the help of Alcoholics Anonymous How to drink responsibly How to stay sober Tell if you drink too much alcohol . Cracking your knuckles isn't so much a health risk as an annoying habit that you'd rather not have. There are ways to keep you from unconsciously cracking your knuckles! . Procrastination can become an addiction for a whole set of people, especially those who've had success procrastinating in the past. The truth is that you get out of work fed up of what you did;dividing your work with the hardest part first will better motivate you and help you overcome this habit. . From fingernail polish all the way to a band-aid, there are tons of innovative ways people have kept their nails away from their mouths, and you can too. . So, no one ever told you that chewing with your mouth open was unappetizing, and the habit just formed from childhood on. Luckily, there are ways to keep from aping a cow and chewing like a well-mannered human. . They say that TV rots your brain, but that seems like an old wives' tale. Much more urgent is the idea that TV doesn't really give you lasting happiness. How many people, on their deathbeds, do you think regretted not watching more TV? On the flip side, how many do you think regretted not taking more vacations, saying "I love you" more, or spending more time with their kids? . It's become so easy for you that it's now a sport: You lie at odd times, for no particular reason, even after you told yourself you wouldn't lie. Compulsive lying can wreck relationships. Fix it now before it takes over.

Summary: Learn how to quit smoking . Stop cracking your knuckles Get yourself to stop procrastinating Stop biting your fingernails Stop chewing loudly Stop watching so much TV Get over compulsive lying


Start by clearing the area of any items or objects that you do not want to get dusty. Box them up and put them in another room in your home or in a storage unit. Leaving them in the space will only allow them to collect dust during the demolition and remodeling. You should also remove small furniture and decorative items on the walls so they do not get dusty. If there are items of furniture that have to stay in the space or cannot be moved, make sure you cover them with thick tarps or sheets. Use tape to attach the tarps or sheets to the bottom of the furniture so they are fully covered and protected from dust. Close all the doors in the space except one. You can use the one open door as the sole entrance and exit. Keep all the other doors closed so dust can not blow out into other areas of your home. Tape the doors shut, sealing them on the top and bottom, so the dust is contained.
Summary: Remove personal items and objects. Cover furniture in the space with thick tarps or sheets. Have one door open as the only entrance and exit.