Yorkshire Terriers - How To Care For Your Yorkie While She Is In Heat

When your Yorkshire terrier goes into heat, you will need to give her some special attention. She will display a change in temperament during this time and will not seem like the sweet and loving Yorkie you know and adore. Here are some tips on how to care for your dog while she is in heat.

• During the time your Yorkshire terrier is in heat, give her some extra care and attention. Especially if you have other pets, make sure that you spend some time every day alone with her, even if it is only for five or ten minutes.


• Your Yorkie will have some days when she doesn't feel well during this period. She may vomit or have diarrhea and may also feel more tired. Make sure that she does not receive any table food during this time. You may want to reduce the amount of food you give her and increase the amount of water. Also, make sure she has a quiet place to sleep that is away from any other animals, children or other distractions.


• Your dog may also exhibit aggressive behavior during this time, especially if there is a male dog that has not been neutered also living in your home. If she continues to be out of sorts, call or visit your veterinarian.


• If you do not plan on breeding your Yorkshire terrier, you may want to consider having her spayed once she is no longer in heat. Consult your veterinarian about the best time to have this procedure done.

These are some tips on how to care for your Yorkie while she is in heat. If you need more information on training and caring for your small dog I encourage you to find out more.