8 Things Only Yorkie Parents Understand

Don’t be fooled by their small size—the Yorkie is a breed that takes up a big space in their humans’ hearts and lives. One look in their alert little faces and you know there’s a lot more to love than meets the eye. These are a few of the things about them if you’ve got one tucked into your arm right now:

Their favorite mode of transportation is a purse.

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Legs? Who needs legs? Yorkies prefer to be toted around over your shoulder.

They enjoy a regular spa day.

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Yorkies enjoy a regular wash and blow out—and they understand the need to constantly refresh accessories.

They demand more attention than your cell phone.

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It’s not that they don’t respect your busy schedule, it’s just that there’s sort of an unwritten rule that you’ll cuddle at least every 25 minutes.

Their itinerary is your itinerary.

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There’s a reason for the Yorkie’s purse preference—they want to go with you anywhere and everywhere.

They’d rather not have your friends over for dinner.

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Unless they have known your friends since birth, the Yorkie will treat houseguests to a range of suspicion and displeasure.

They’re not afraid of bigger dogs.

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With no clue about their size disadvantage, the Yorkie is not afraid to cuddle up to pups 10 times their size.

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They are true foodies.

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Some use the term picky eater to describe Yorkies, but they can’t help their discerning taste.

They might be troublemakers, but they are rarely in trouble.

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It’s true that the Yorkie is a bit high-maintenance, but it’s nothing an adorable tilt of the head can’t resolve.

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