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owning a Yorkshire Terrier is like
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having a tiny furry Diva who thinks the
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world revolves around them these little
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dogs can pack a punch with their big
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personalities but before you jump into
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the world of Yorkies let's break down
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the 12 pros and cons of having one of
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these feisty little companions get ready
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for a wild ride pros of owning a
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Yorkshire Terrier one adorable
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appearance first off let's talk about
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how cute they are with their silky coats
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and those big expressive eyes Yorkies
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are practically walking teddy bears
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you'll find yourself saying every time
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you look at them until they decide your
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favorite shoe is their newu toy two
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great companions Yorkies are like that
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friend who never leaves your side
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they're fiercely loyal and love to
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cuddle if you're looking for a dog that
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will follow you from room to room curl
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up in your lap and keep you company
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during Netflix binges this is your breed
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three ideal for small spaces living in
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an apartment no problem Yorkies are
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perfect for small spaces due to their
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compact size they don't need a huge yard
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to run around in a Cozy Corner on the
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couch will do just fine just be prepared
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for them to claim that corner as their
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thrown four low shedding if you're
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allergic to dog hair or just hate
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vacuuming you'll appreciate that yorkis
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shed very little their long hair might
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require some grooming but at least you
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won't be finding for all over your
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clothes unless they decide to roll and
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something questionable five big
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personalities don't let their size fool
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you York Keys have personalities that
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can fill a room they're feisty curious
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and often act like they own the place
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their Antics will keep you entertained
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and laughing just be prepared for some
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dramatic moments when they think they're
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being ignored six excellent Watchdogs
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these little pups take their job
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seriously despite their size yorkis are
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they'll bark at anything that moves
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squirrels delivery people or even that
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leaf blowing across the yard if you want
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a dog that will alert you to every
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little thing this is it cons of owning a
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Yorkshire Terrier seven high maintenance
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grooming let's talk grooming Yorkies
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require regular brushing and trips to
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the groomer to keep their coats looking
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fabulous if you're not ready for the
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commitment of maintaining that silky
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Mane you might want to reconsider this
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breed or invest in some good clippers
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eight stubbornness yorkis can be quite
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stubborn think of them as Tiny Terrors
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with big attitudes training can
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sometimes feel like a battle of wills
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you'll need patience and consistency
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otherwise they might decide that sitting
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on command is beneath them nine fragile
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bodies being small has its downsides
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your keys can be quite fragile if you
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have young children or rambunctious pets
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you'll need to supervise playtime
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closely one accidental step could lead
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to disaster like stepping on your new
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best friend 10 separation anxiety yorkis
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thrive on companionship and don't do
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well when left alone for long periods if
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you work long hours or travel frequently
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this breed May develop separation
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anxiety and start exhibiting destructive
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behaviors like turning your favorite
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couch into confetti 11 loud barkers
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these little dogs have no concept of
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quiet they bark at everything and
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everyone while this makes them great
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Watch Dogs it can also be a nuisance if
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you live in an apartment or have close
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neighbors who don't appreciate impromptu
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dog concerts 12 jealousy issues
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Yorkshire Terriers can be possessive of
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their humans and may become jealous if
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they feel someone else is getting too
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much attention this can lead to
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territorial Behavior towards other pets
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or even people so if you plan on having
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multiple pets prepare for some drama in
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conclusion owning a Yorkshire Terrier is
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like having a tiny Whirlwind of energy
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and affection in your life but it comes
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with its fair share of challenges if
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you're ready for the commitment of
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grooming training and Endless Love from
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these little dynamos then welcome aboard
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just remember when they look up at you
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with those big puppy eyes after causing
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chaos in your home it's hard to stay mad
