Yorkshire Terriers are energetic and fun-loving companions. They make for wonderful pets and will remain forever loyal to you. Buying a Yorkie is a long term commitment and must not be done on an impulse. You need to ensure that the Yorkies puppies on sale are healthy, well-bred and don’t show any signs of behavioral problems. It is also essential to ensure that the breeder you are buying from is ethical and is not running a puppy mill. There are a few things you need to know about a Yorkie puppy before buying it. Listed below are a few of them. When you visit a breeder, ask them to show you the living conditions that the Yorkie has been raised in. Consider it a red flag if they decline. If you are very particular about the Yorkie’s pedigree, ask the breeder about it’s parents. Also find out if they can furnish you with the pedigree papers to prove that the puppy doesn’t come from an inbred line. Ask the breeder to meet the puppy’s parents. Assess their behavior and temperament and check if they are in good health. Ask the breeders if they have noticed any health issues in the puppy.

If you are into stout, smushy faced pooches, then, English bulldogs are definitely a breed for you. They are medium sized dogs that are short and compact, with wide chest and small rear. Their large heads and chest are perfectly complimented by strong legs and front paws. Their large jaws with a comparatively smaller under bite might make them look intimidating but they are known for their gentle and friendly nature. But before you adopt an English bulldog here are a couple of considerations and facts that you should be aware of Food allergies Most of the bulldogs suffer from some or the other kind of food allergies. Normal grocery store dog food might not go well with them, so be ready to spare extra attention towards your dog’s nutrition. Some common food allergies that dogs suffer from include ear inflammation, licking of paws, itchy skin, and chronic diarrhea. English bulldogs are usually allergic to grains, hence avoid them feeding them dog food that have grains as ingredients. They do well with proteinaceous foods such as lamb, pork or fish. Tail Pockets English bulldogs have tail pockets. Yes, literal pockets that are situated right beneath the tail and above their bum.