New Yorkie Mom - YorkieTalk.com Forums

I luv Roxy · 03-11-2013, 09:04 AM

I am the proud new mother of Roxanne but we call her Roxy. She is my first puppy and is really sweet. She was given to me as a Christmas gift from my 3 sons and has kept me (us) very busy. Roxy gets to spend her days with my hubby so she is always running and playing, she is 4 months old and weighs 7 lbs already. Is this too much? I feed her BB for small puppies. I am so happy that I found this site because I have so many questions as I want to be the best pet mom possible. I have a couple of questions about potty training and the dry flakes that I am finding in her hair. The dry flakes are really bothering me more than our on/off again potty issues. I will look around the site to see if I can find a thread before I ask something that's been answered before. I love being a yorkie mom!!

Melany · 03-11-2013, 10:13 AM

Hi there, welcome to YT, I am new to the site as well and I am sure you will get all your questions answered here.

nanahas3 · 03-11-2013, 10:17 AM

Welcome to YT! We don't mind answering questions here so you can always ask. There is also a library here with vast information. No yorkie is to big

they are all just bundles of love and joy.

Calypso · 03-11-2013, 10:34 AM

How much are you feeding him per day?

rubymoon2072 · 03-11-2013, 10:59 AM

welcome to yt and congrats on your bundle of love!! 7 pounds is good!! hehe. sounds like you might have a teapot club member. love her name one of my favorite surfer girl brands. we would like to see some pics when you have a chance please!!

Teresa Ford · 03-11-2013, 11:19 AM

Welcome to YT

MandiesMom · 03-11-2013, 11:25 AM

Welcome to YT! I don't think you can overfeed a puppy. That is my belief. I free feed puppies. If you are concerned with Roxy's weight though, just have a vet give you his/her opinion. Basically, if you can still feel the ribs well, she's not fat. She's just going to be on the larger side of the Yorkie spectrum. This is a good thing.

For the dry flakes, make sure you are rinsing her well when bathed. I know that sounds silly to say but seriously..I have learned that when I think I'm done rinsing...I rinse for a few more minutes. Other than that, she may have dry skin. Try adding about 1/8 tsp of organic coconut oil (I use nutivia) to her food. You can rub it directly on her tummy area too. My Mandie has dry skin and tends to have dry hair so I do this. I actually, also, brush her teeth with the coconut oil..she loves it.

Yorkiedaze · 03-11-2013, 11:33 AM

Welcome to YT. Would love to meet your girl. Yorkies come in different sizes that's for sure, but they are always called Yorkies, and NOT toy, miniature, standard or tea-cup. T-Pot is just an affectionate name folks here call their babies who weigh 8 or more pounds.

As for the dry skin, she needs Omega 3 in her diet. Dry kibble does not supply the oil they need. There are also other factors that cause dry skin. Winter and heating the house, harsh shampoos, or not rinsing completely.
I hope you find the solution.

Avenging_Angel · 03-13-2013, 08:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by I luv Roxy

I am the proud new mother of Roxanne but we call her Roxy. She is my first puppy and is really sweet. She was given to me as a Christmas gift from my 3 sons and has kept me (us) very busy. Roxy gets to spend her days with my hubby so she is always running and playing, she is 4 months old and weighs 7 lbs already. Is this too much? I feed her BB for small puppies. I am so happy that I found this site because I have so many questions as I want to be the best pet mom possible. I have a couple of questions about potty training and the dry flakes that I am finding in her hair. The dry flakes are really bothering me more than our on/off again potty issues. I will look around the site to see if I can find a thread before I ask something that's been answered before. I love being a yorkie mom!!

Welcome to Yorkie Talk!!

My lil friend · 03-13-2013, 09:30 PM

Waving welcome from FtWorth!! So glad that you found us. Cannt wait to see pictures of your baby.

CaroJ11 · 03-26-2013, 10:05 AM

Hello to you and all!

I too have a new Yorkie (2 years old) and plenty of questions! I could certainly use some shampoo help, since I understand our girl will probably need a different shampoo from that used on our toy poodle.

Alas, my husband is allergic to aloe and I'm allergic to coconut oil, so .....HELP! Her hair seems to be a bit oily too. Also, do I need a spray-on grooming conditioner? Any ideas out there?

Magnus · 04-19-2013, 11:19 AM

CaroJ11,

Have you tried Emu Oil spray? That's what I use for my furballs and seem to be decent. For shampoo, I think a lot of ppl prefer oatmeal shampoos.. If they're getting bit too oily, how about using the wipes?

I LUV ROXY,

If it makes you feel better, my Magnus is 15.6 lbs. More to love!

03-11-2013, 09:04 AM	#1
I luv Roxy Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Dallas,Texas Posts: 39	New Yorkie Mom I am the proud new mother of Roxanne but we call her Roxy. She is my first puppy and is really sweet. She was given to me as a Christmas gift from my 3 sons and has kept me (us) very busy. Roxy gets to spend her days with my hubby so she is always running and playing, she is 4 months old and weighs 7 lbs already. Is this too much? I feed her BB for small puppies. I am so happy that I found this site because I have so many questions as I want to be the best pet mom possible. I have a couple of questions about potty training and the dry flakes that I am finding in her hair. The dry flakes are really bothering me more than our on/off again potty issues. I will look around the site to see if I can find a thread before I ask something that's been answered before. I love being a yorkie mom!!

03-11-2013, 10:17 AM	#3
nanahas3 ♥Love My Snuggle Bugs♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Missouri Posts: 4,290	Welcome to YT! We don't mind answering questions here so you can always ask. There is also a library here with vast information. No yorkie is to big they are all just bundles of love and joy. __________________ *CharleneMama to Laddy and Kyra and Always in our hearts Lolita*

03-11-2013, 10:59 AM	#5
rubymoon2072 Cedric♥Lola♥Keylo Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Gilford, NH, USA Posts: 9,209	welcome to yt and congrats on your bundle of love!! 7 pounds is good!! hehe. sounds like you might have a teapot club member. love her name one of my favorite surfer girl brands. we would like to see some pics when you have a chance please!! __________________ Cedric N Lola N Keylo RIP Punkee Princess

03-11-2013, 11:19 AM	#6
Teresa Ford Therapy Yorkies Work Donating Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Central, Florida Posts: 3,863	Welcome to YT __________________ Teresa & Rubin, Gracie, Abba, Ginny Joy and Julia Rose Act like a dog, be kind, forgiving, and loyal.

03-11-2013, 11:25 AM	#7
MandiesMom and Shelby's too Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Millbrook, AL Posts: 7,842	Welcome to YT! I don't think you can overfeed a puppy. That is my belief. I free feed puppies. If you are concerned with Roxy's weight though, just have a vet give you his/her opinion. Basically, if you can still feel the ribs well, she's not fat. She's just going to be on the larger side of the Yorkie spectrum. This is a good thing. For the dry flakes, make sure you are rinsing her well when bathed. I know that sounds silly to say but seriously..I have learned that when I think I'm done rinsing...I rinse for a few more minutes. Other than that, she may have dry skin. Try adding about 1/8 tsp of organic coconut oil (I use nutivia) to her food. You can rub it directly on her tummy area too. My Mandie has dry skin and tends to have dry hair so I do this. I actually, also, brush her teeth with the coconut oil..she loves it. __________________ Terri, proud mom to Mandie & Shelby-Dale Last edited by MandiesMom; 03-11-2013 at 11:27 AM.

03-11-2013, 10:13 AM	#2
Melany Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: port elizabeth,eastern cape, south africa Posts: 269	Hi there, welcome to YT, I am new to the site as well and I am sure you will get all your questions answered here.

03-11-2013, 10:34 AM	#4
Calypso Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 125	How much are you feeding him per day?

03-11-2013, 11:33 AM	#8
Yorkiedaze My hairy-legged girls Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: lompoc, ca. Posts: 12,228	Welcome to YT. Would love to meet your girl. Yorkies come in different sizes that's for sure, but they are always called Yorkies, and NOT toy, miniature, standard or tea-cup. T-Pot is just an affectionate name folks here call their babies who weigh 8 or more pounds. As for the dry skin, she needs Omega 3 in her diet. Dry kibble does not supply the oil they need. There are also other factors that cause dry skin. Winter and heating the house, harsh shampoos, or not rinsing completely. I hope you find the solution. __________________ AZRAEL RAZAEL JILLI ANN

03-13-2013, 09:30 PM	#10
My lil friend Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: FtWorth,TX,USA Posts: 3,269	Waving welcome from FtWorth!! So glad that you found us. Cannt wait to see pictures of your baby.

03-26-2013, 10:05 AM	#11
CaroJ11 YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 5	New Yorkie mom, new to YorkieTalk! Hello to you and all! I too have a new Yorkie (2 years old) and plenty of questions! I could certainly use some shampoo help, since I understand our girl will probably need a different shampoo from that used on our toy poodle. Alas, my husband is allergic to aloe and I'm allergic to coconut oil, so .....HELP! Her hair seems to be a bit oily too. Also, do I need a spray-on grooming conditioner? Any ideas out there?

04-19-2013, 11:19 AM	#12
Magnus Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 3,192	CaroJ11, Have you tried Emu Oil spray? That's what I use for my furballs and seem to be decent. For shampoo, I think a lot of ppl prefer oatmeal shampoos.. If they're getting bit too oily, how about using the wipes? I LUV ROXY, If it makes you feel better, my Magnus is 15.6 lbs. More to love! Last edited by Magnus; 04-19-2013 at 11:21 AM.