Barbara Walters Wants a Yorkie!

Guest author today- Schmitty -

OK, so this one takes the cake . . . whatever that means.

Me and my sister, Pudge were at B&N for a book signing

for Barbara Walters. My 2 legged folks were there to

get her fab new book, "Auditions" signed.

Pudge and I were there to give Ms. W. one of our

BARK THE VOTE postcards for her dog.

Well, not only did I have a chance to give Ms . Barbara our postcard,

but she gushed over us and started hugging Pudge.

Next thing you know - a 2 legged photographer said she

was from the Washington Post and takes all our names

(and a BARK THE VOTE postcard too!).

So, flash forward to the next day -

I'm half snoozing with the TV on "The View" when we

all hear Ms. Walters in playful alpha tones saying

"That was not my dog in the Washington Post picture with me this morning!"

I may be just a five pound pooch, but putting 2 + 2 together

and coming up 4 (I think?) - I knew "that dog" must be our little Pudge!

Get this - the caption under this gigantic picture that took up most of the front page of the WP's Style section says " . . . Barbara Walters with her pooch, Pudge at a book signing." Yikes! That's not Barbara's dog! Hey, Washington Post, do your homework! Arf-Arf !

As big a fan as we are of Barbara Walters - Pudge is not her dog and loves living with her two legged Mom & Dad and me very much. Pudge even wrote Ms. W. a note suggesting she have Pudge on "The View" to "right the wrong" of the Washington Post and tell her dog, Cha-Cha face-to-face to go to Bark the Vote to "vote", send in her Patriotic pooch pics . . .

even get her 2 legged friends to register to vote.

We also wrote the Washington Post (boy, are my paws tired!)

to try and get a correction and "bark" about BARK THE VOTE too.

But no word of a play date so far from Ms. Walters or The Washington Post.

Bark The Vote with Schmitty - The Real New Yorkie

Schmitty - The Real New Yorkie is back in the news!

A poll is not just a place to pee!

In an effort to raise voting awareness Schmitty says,

Let's walk our 2 legged companions to the polls this November and help them exercise their right to vote. Let our human friends know - One vote can make a difference. Together we can take a "bite" out of voter apathy. Just imagine if all the pet lovin' humans voted - what a kinder, friendlier place this would be. More votes - more treats!

Let's join the party and BARK THE VOTE!

100% of the proceeds raised will help

DOGS WHO CARE/dogs in shelters.

Watch the YOU TUBE video and

join Schmitty on MY SPACE.

Sharda Baker Newsletter on Yorkies

I recently came across Sharda Baker and her Yorkie site!

She offers a great free newsletter

that you can sign up for.

In the current issue, she discuuses the Yorkies

growth cycles during the first year and the

changes that can occur in a Yorkies personality.

7 Weeks to 12 Weeks / Human Socialization Period

8 Weeks to 11 Weeks / Fear Impact Period

13 Weeks to 16 Weeks / Seniority Classification Period

4 Months to 8 Months / Flight Instinct Period

6 Months to 14 Months / Second Fear Impact Period

Very good info!

YORKIE CLUBS

We have gotten some questions recently about

Yorkie clubs. Locally, you may have a MEET UP group

in your city for Yorkies. I go to one here in Chicago

that is lots of fun! It's like a playday!

Also, you may want to check out...

The Yorkshire Terrier Club of America
All club enquiries to-

Barbara Mescan PRESIDENT
Chicago, Ill.
Yorkrescue@aol.com
Phone 1-847-673-6247

Donna Walters
Ottawa, KS
Phone 1-785-242-6129
donnawalters1976@gmail.com

The Yorkshire Terrier Foundation, Inc.

This was founded by The Yorkshire Terrier Club of America

to do research on health issues relating to Yorkies.

A newsletter is published every three months.

A contributions is required to receive newsletter.

$20 for individuals - $40 for families-$50 for businesses
obtainable from the Treasurer: or from the Vice President:
Donald Quinn PO Box 10582 , Rock Hill , SC. 29731-0582

And for a great list of rescue groups

check out NET PETS!

Stop The Puppy Mills

Discarded cats at a "puppy mill".

According to The Humane Society of the United States,
there may be as many as 10,000 puppy mills operating across the United States.

Many of the dogs born in puppy mills end up in pet stores or sold on the Internet.

Which is not illegal. But the puppy mill animals go through an awful life are frequently end up being sickly with a variety of health issues. Yorkies are so popular, many

puppy mills crank this breed out.

Pets enrich our lives in so many ways.

They are always there for us, loyal, nonjudgemental

yet they ask so very little. A clean safe home. Food, water & love.
Help with the fight against animal mills for the sake

of the ones who have no voice... worse yet, no choice.

Learn more about how to avoid buying a puppy mill

dog, and take the pledge to stop puppy mills today.

Yorkie Laws

Does this sound like your house?!

Dangerous Foods For Your Yorkie

While it can be very tempting to give your little begger

"just a bite" - some foods can be dangerous to Yorkies.

* Alcohol poisoning could occur in your Yorkshire Terrier if he eats bread dough containing yeast. It can release alcohol in large quantities when it ferments in your dogs' stomach.

* Grapes and raisons can cause fatal kidney failure in some dogs. For some unknown reason, there are dogs that grapes and raisons seem to have no ill effect on while others become very ill after eating only a couple. Although the exact toxin is unknown to date, the first symptom of illness from grapes and raisons is vomiting, followed by fatal kidney failure.

* You should avoid feeding your dog most nuts due to their high phosphorus content and definitely never feed macadamia nuts to your dog.

These could cause temporary rear leg paralysis in your pet.

Really try to avoid giving your pet human food.

You never know how their little tummies might react.

Yorkie Photos

Crazy Cute Yorkies!

People love to dress up small dogs and take pictures
and videos of them! (That's me on the bottom!)

I love getting dressed up! And my dad is constantly

taking pictures of me! Although I move pretty fast,

he usually gets one good one for every 12 he takes!

Thank goodness for digital!

I found this great site called Webshots,

where people posted all kind of photos

of your Yorkies! Stop by ....it'll

make you smile!

Daily Puppy Website Re-Launched

The Daily Puppy Website has been re-designed

and re-launched! Some of the new features include...

Profiles for you and your puppy

The official Puppy Blog, to get site updates and information

An enhanced video section, with how-to's on everything

from training your puppies to bathing them

Extensive article section to help with puppy related questions

Comments and biscuits for grown-up dogs

And of course, you can still comment on puppy pictures too!

Stop by and visit them!

Yorkie Birthday - Happy Birthday To Me!

Sorry I have not written much lately.

Last week was my 6 month birthday...

and with that, I had a little surgery and was

spayed. Everything went just fine and within a

couple days, I was pretty much back to normal.

I am hoping in the coming weeks I can get back

to a more regular writing schedule.

This coming weekend, April 5th,

is my second Yorkie Meetup / Chicago!

I am very excited and the doctor said it will be fine

for me to attend and play and run!

Be Careful With Chocolate Today and Dogs

The increasing popularity of high quality 'posh choc'

brands this Easter is increasing the likelihood of the

nation's pets suffering fatal chocolate poisoning,

warns leading veterinary charity, PDSA.

Higher quality plain chocolate products - 'posh chocs' -

are the most dangerous 'treat' as they contain the highest

concentrated doses of theobromine - the component of

chocolate which poisons pets. So, while owners may wish

to indulge in some luxury treats this Easter, PDSA is

warning owners to keep these well out of their pet's reach.

PDSA warns that the best quality products - those with

high cocoa content - pose the biggest risk to the nation's

pets. The average (30g to 45g) bar of upmarket plain

chocolate can contain over 700mg of theobromine.

For example, just a small bar of plain chocolate

could fatally poison a Yorkshire Terrier.

People are simply not aware that even small

amounts of chocolate intended for humans can kill a little dog.

But it is not only chocolate that could be causing

problems this Easter. Cocoa shell mulches, a favourite

with gardeners, also contain high levels of theobromine

(14 to 30 mg per gram) - just a few mouthfuls

could kill a Cocker Spaniel.

PDSA Senior Veterinary Surgeon, Elaine Pendlebury says,

"I have lost count of the number of chocolate poisoning cases

I have seen during my years as a vet. There really is no place

in a pet's diet for chocolate. If you do want to indulge your pet

this Easter then opt for a healthy pet treat instead.

"Even white chocolate is dangerous, although the

theobromine content is relatively low, it can still poison pets."

Sometimes, despite an owner's best intentions, our

four-legged friends will outsmart us and get their

paws on sweet treats, as Elaine explains, "Owners

may think that they have put chocolate in a safe place,

but it's not unheard of for our clever pets to open an

unlocked cupboard to feast on naughty treats such as

chocolate. My advice is to make sure unsuitable foods

are kept in locked cupboards and think twice before

using cocoa mulches in the garden."

The effects of chocolate poisoning in dogs usually appear

within 4 to 24 hours of ingestion, and can last as long as 72 hours.

Chocolate toxicity symptoms include vomiting,

abdominal tenderness, hyperactivity, salivation and

increased heart rate (although sometimes a slower

heart rate). In severe cases there are fits, increased

rate of breathing, and heart beat irregularities.

In very severe cases it can result in the death of the pet.

$6000 Dog house Dog cave!

I am not kidding!

$6000!

Scottie’s Fine Art Caves is a Canadian design/build

firm that specializeds in Interior Art Homes

for companion animals.

If you haven’t already guessed, Scottie is a dog.

The 12 year old Maltese/Yorkshire terrier is CEO

of the company. Scottie was the inspiration behind

the cave homes, so why not? The VP of the

company is a cat. Some guy is also involved.

The Art Homes are stamped for authenticity.

I can’t imagine what the resale value would be

after sitting in a house full of chewing dogs and scratchy, peeing cats.
The Caves are made with environmentally

friendly materials. Ingredients include water,

cellulose fibre, wood, natural fibre rope, and water-based

paints. These are meant for interior use only.

But then again, who in their right mind would keep

a $6000 object outdoors? Or their dog for that matter?

Feline mountain is available for kitties.

Readers Yorkie Photos

We get some many great notes and photos from

readers around the country, we like to them from time

to time. There is a crazy site called MY PET DMV

where they will give your pet a replica of your state

issued drivers license!

Thanks for all the notes and photos!

Yorkie Comes Back To Life After Chewing Cord

TINY PUPPY GETS A BIG SHOCK IN THE U.K.

Cheeky pup Dylan Thomas got the shock of his life when he sparked a massive power surge which flung his owner through the air.

The five-month-old miniature Yorkshire Terrier chewed through a bedside lamp and was zapped by electricity, leaving him stiff and motionless. Desperate owner Andrew Dixon tried to claw the wire out of the dog's mouth – but ended up flying 6ft across his bedroom and into a wall.

Hero son-in-law Mark Stevens then jumped to the rescue and brought the dog, named after the famous Welsh poet, back to life by massaging his tiny chest. Andrew soon recovered but was left with a nasty burn on his arm while the nine-inch long pup had to have part of his frazzled tongue amputated.

Andrew, 54, had gone to bed early and nodded off, unaware that Dylan was chewing through the wire of his bedside light. The carpet fitter said: "I must have woken up, put my light on, and he was chewing through the wire."I jumped up and tried to pull the wire out of his mouth. It was my first reaction but I should have turned the switch off."I tried to pull it out of his
mouth. It knocked me off the bed over the other side of the room. I got a fair belt off it. I landed against the wall.

"Vet Mandy Mayo, of Dimples Veterinary Practice in Caton Road, Lancaster, operated on Dylan Thomas. She said "How it didn't kill him I don't know."

-Dogs are like kids - you have to watch them all the time!!!

Yorkshire Terrier Sucked Into The Internet on Hitched

Have you seen the new Sunday night

comedy TV show UNHITCHED?

They have an episode coming up in

a few weeks that will air on March 30th

called "Yorkshire Terrier Sucked Into The Internet"!

That should be interesting!

The synopsis only says,

Gator and Kate are both handicapped when Kate

begins dating his new assistant. Freddy reconnects with

his ex when he attempts online dating. Tommy finds love at

jury duty on the “Yorkshire Terrier Sucked Into the Internet”

Wild and Crazy Dogs

A few readers sent me those photos!

They are on the FLICKR site!

They are not all Yorkies, of course,

but I thought they were wild and crazy

and made me laugh!

Abandoned Yorkie is Saved in Florida

I am always amazed when I read stories of people who

are hurtful. They hurt animals, or they hurt other humans.

Do people not have hearts or is something wrong with them?

If you have a pet you can not care for, find someone who will.

You don't throw it away! This piece came from Vicoria Macchi

and the Naples Neopolitan News...

As a rule, The Humane Society of Naples does not take in strays. But when they discovered a shivering 4 pound Yorkie, toothless, and covered with bald patches, abandoned and left outside in a pet carrier, they had to take her in. “You could see the fleas crawling,” recalls shelter manager Karen Sesso, who took Pippin home at night so he could get round-the-clock attention.
His weight was stable, but his eyes and ears were badly infected. A skin condition meant bald patches covered his body. He had tapeworm, and all his teeth were missing."

Enter the Kaufmans. The Kauffmans visited the dog several times at the shelter. They knew they wanted a small, senior dog that could handle condo life. He was renamed "LUCKY" and they gave him a new home. His beige and silver coat, now shiny and healthy, covers the bald patches. He is down from six medications to just one for a cough he can’t seem to shake.

Despite any neglect he suffered, Lucky is living large now. He eats organic wet food (he can’t chew kibble), visits the groomer often, likes riding around in the convertible with the top down, and, at night, sleeps in a doggie bed between Amy and Jim.
“Life just went the wrong way for him,” says Amy, holding Lucky’s face up to hers.

“He’s got a lot of life left!”

HELP! SEND FREE FOOD!

HELP!

The Animal Rescue Site Needs CLICKS!

This is pretty simple... Please tell ten friends to tell ten today!

The Animal Rescue Site is having trouble getting enough people to click on it daily to meet their quota of getting free food donated every day to abused and neglected animals. It takes less than a minute (How about 20 seconds) to go to their site and click on the purple box "Click Here to Give--It's Free".

This doesn't cost you a thing.

Their corporate sponsors/advertisers use the number

of daily visits to donate food to abandoned/neglected

animals in exchange for advertising.

THANKS FOR HELPING!!!

Trixie

5 Things You May Not Know About Yorkies

Many assume that, because the Yorkie is such a small dog, it will have few needs. This is not true. As with any breed, the Yorkie has elements that may make it your perfect pet... or the worst choice you could make. Before deciding on any dog, you must consider certain aspects.

One: grooming. The Yorkie has a good deal of hair that requires high maintenance. You must brush every day and clip regularly. Though this breed sheds little to no hair, which makes it excellence for allergy sufferers or those concerned with ruining furniture, it still requires extensive care. Many owners chose to have their Yorkies professionally groomed, but this costs money. If you are not willing to take the time to have your Yorkie groomed, or to do it yourself, this is not the breed for you.

Two: health concerns. Though the Yorkie is a sturdy dog, it is still a little one and prone to certain problems. Its size makes it likely to get hurt more easily from a fall or roughhousing. This does not make it suitable for families with young children. Also, Yorkies can suffer from teeth problems. The best way to handle this is to use dry food only to build up strength, and have regular Vet visits. Finally, if you intend to breed Yorkies, you must realize that females can have problems delivering due to their size.

Three: exercise. Yorkies are, by nature, active dogs. Routine exercise will be at minimal since they will keep themselves busy during the day. Still, these dogs love to go for walks or to play in the yard. You must make sure they are secure, however, as they might run away. A Yorkie has high hunting instincts and is inclined to chase.

Four: training. The Yorkie is a bit of a contradiction. Though it can be easily trained, it will ignore that training when it sees fit. This can make it appear to be a breed of lesser intelligence. This is not true. Yorkies are actually quite clever and capable of handling most problems. They just also happen to be stubborn creatures. Training will be a constant thing and will require time and attention.

Five: temperament. Yorkies are blessed with that infectious, fearless Terrier temperament. This is both a blessing and a curse for owners. These dogs demand your time and attention. Also, they will do as they please--this extends to chasing down whatever animal happens to cross their path if they are able (including dogs as large as Great Danes). Because of this fiery nature, Yorkies require an owner with patience and a disciplined mind. Your Yorkie will be devoted to you; he just might not always listen.

If any of these characteristics seem too overwhelming, the Yorkie--or any other Terrier--is probably not for you. These are not timid animals and do not need timid owners. Instead, you must be willing to face the challenges of owning this breed for, with those challenges, comes a wonderful pet.

Richard Cussons is a champion for dogs of all breeds and Yorkshire Terriers in particular. You can find out more about Yorkies at http://www.yorkshireterriersavvy.com/.

Funny Yorkie Humor

The Top Ten Reasons Why a Dog Is Better than a Woman:

10. A dog's parents will never visit you.

9. A dog loves you when you leave your clothes on the floor.

8. A dog limits its time in the bathroom to a quick drink.

7. A dog never expects you to telephone.

6. A dog will not get mad at you if you forget its birthday.

5. A dog does not care about the previous dogs in your life.

4. A dog does not get mad at you if you pet another dog.

3. A dog never expects flowers on Valentine's Day.

2. The later you are, the happier a dog is to see you....

And the number one reason why a dog is better than a woman:

1. A dog does not shop.

Top Ten Reasons Why Dogs Are Better Than Men:

10. Dogs don't feel threatened by your intelligence.

9. Dogs are already in touch with their inner puppies.

8. Dogs are very direct about wanting to go out.

7. Dogs think you are a culinary genius.

6. You can house train a dog.

5. Dogs feel guilt when they've done something wrong.

4. Middle-aged dogs don't feel the need to abandon you for a younger owner.

3. Dogs mean it when they kiss you.

2. Dogs don't care whether or not you shave your legs.

1. Dogs obsess about you as much as you obsess about them.

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Turbo Tagger

Tokyo Pet Fashion Week

Pet Fashion Week New York, a U.S.-based concern

that started holding dog runway events at trade shows

it organizes in New York two years ago, targeted

puppy-mad Tokyo for its first overseas foray.

"In the U.S. dogs are dressed to a degree,

but not as meticulously or as coordinated as you

see" in Japan, says Mario DiFante, a partner and

executive director of Pet Fashion Week.

Pet fashion has been hot ever since Paris Hilton

was snapped toting her uber-chic Chihuahua Tinkerbell

to society soirees (Ms. Hilton has since launched her

own line of pet clothing and accessories).

Tokyo-based Yano Research Institute estimates

that owners in Japan spent $10 billion in 2006,

the latest figures available, on everything from food

to clothes to the purchase price of the pets.

Designer Manfred of Sweden displayed a Swarovski

crystal-bedecked gold-and-silver colored leather

jacket retailing at $5,000 at the trade show. Manfred

also makes a $20,000 diamond-encrusted leather

doggie jacket. At the lower end, there are "hoodie"

sweatshirts, made of stretchable sport material

emblazoned with a snapshot of the Beatles,

which sell for about $300 each.

Some of the humans came hoping to leave with

new ideas to spur their puppy-fashion sales.

"The challenge that the market has right now

is that it's difficult to find really innovative fashion,"

laments Poochonline.com chief executive Marjorie

Scholz. "That's one reason we came to Japan, not only

to show what we're innovating but also to see what

they're innovating here. The Japanese take everything

they do very seriously, and they do it to extremes."

MEETUP Chicago - For Yorkies

Last Saturday was my very first Chicago

Yorkie MEETUP! What Fun!

The organizer Janet provided a great big space for us all to run around

and play in! There was about 35 dogs! It was so much fun!

I ran so much chasing everyone, that when I got home, I took a

very, very long nap! But I can't wait till the next one!

A big shout out to all my new friends, including

Cecil, Chompers, Lilly, Charlie, Kirby and Coco!

xoxoxox

Miss Trixie

Trixie @ Dogphoria

I just created a page today

at DOGPHORIA!

It's like a MySpace for dogs!

Check it out and leave me a note!

xoxoxox

Trixie

Love animals? Start Your Own Pet Business!

Tupperware parties have gone to the dogs!

Have some wine and chesse and talk pet stuff

with your neighbors while shopping at home!

According to an article at Kansas City Star,

With pet owners demanding increasingly elaborate

goods and services for their animals, one of the latest

strategies in the $40.8 billion pet industry is taking its

cue from Tupperware: displaying the products in living

rooms and inviting friends over to check them out.

Assuming that busy people will gather for a shopping
opportunity cloaked in a social event, direct-sales
companies such as Shure Pets and Petlane are
selling their paw balm and pet food over artichoke dip
and a glass of Pinot. The evenings may begin with neighborhood
gossip but typically end with conversations
about pets and how to pamper them.




“Pet people are some of the most social people out there.
They are looking to connect with other pet lovers,” says
Andrew Shure, who started Shure Pets in 2002. His company now
has 1,700 consultants selling in all 50 states. The approach
has met its greatest success in suburban settings where
houses have more space, because guests are invited
to bring their pets. (Cats rarely attend.)




According to the American Pet Products Manufacturers
Association, Americans are spending twice as much on
their pets as they did a decade ago and seeking out
more than the usual offerings at pet superstores and
grocery aisles. Many lavish their animals with state-of-the-art
health care, customized beds, organic food, doggie spas and
videos of chirping birds to amuse the family cat.

Experience Project - Help Save Lives

I just found this site and wanted share it!

It's a community service project working to raise money for saving

dogs and cats that may be in danger. It’s pretty simple,

you don’t donate anything but your time.

By playing a trivia game you can help raise money.

Your correct answers award money (from Experience Project)

to some cool non profits that are helping these little guys.

The more you play, the more shelter pets we

can feed! Spread the word and make a huge difference!

Link to Play Game:

SAVE DOGS

SAVE CATS