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Living with a Yorkie The Yorkshire Terrier is supremely adaptable. He is small enough to be content in a tiny apartment, but he is perfectly happy to play lord of the manor in a big country house. He will poke around in the yard, but will also be more than happy to go on long walks—in the woods on or the sidewalks of a big city. However, it is worth bearing in mind that some Yorkies bred from show lines are very small, and if you are looking for a more robust companion, you need to look for a larger dog. Family life can be hectic, but even though the Yorkshire Terrier is small, he can stand up to the hustle and bustle. Obviously children must be taught how to treat the family pet—he is definitely not a toy to be tugged and teased—but if mutual respect is established the Yorkie will be an outstanding companion and playmate. The Yorkshire Terrier has quite a strong prey drive, which can be traced back to his roots as a formidable ratter. Therefore, care

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