Tiny Bundle of Joy
There is no doubt about it that Yorkies are beautiful creatures who are loving additions to any family. Unfortunately, the breed is prone to bad teeth. It is a well known fact that excess plaque on a Yorkie’s teeth can even lead to heart disease and premature death for your pet. So, keeping your Yorkie’s teeth brushed and professionally cleaned once per year by your vet is vital to your precious pet’s health.
If your Yorkie loves wet-food (and what dog doesn’t?) be sure that s/he also has plenty of crunchy treats or nonslivering rawhide bones to chew on. If s/he will tolerate it, mix some crunchy kibbles into his or her nightly meal. This too can help your Yorkie’s teeth stay clean between professional cleanings from the vet.
You can find a good selection of dental care products at your local pet store. In addition to tooth brushes that fit tiny Yorkie mouths, you can also find small pads that go over the finger and also do a good job keeping the teeth brushed. You will also find chicken or beef flavored toothpaste to make the task a bit more pleasant for your tiny friend. Although you can be sure that your Yorky will hate having its teeth brushed, it will get used to it and will live a longer and happier life as a result! A great product to protect your yorkie’s teeth is:
