The care guide
Small size changes everyday care. Read these instructions before homecoming, then keep the puppy-specific feeding, health, and emergency guidance close at hand.
Act immediately
If your puppy becomes sluggish, shaky, unsteady, vomits, or refuses food, follow the emergency instructions provided with your puppy and call your veterinarian and Contented Puppies immediately at 352-220-0351.
Yorkies and other very small puppies need frequent attention and human interaction. They may not be a good fit for a household where everyone is away for long periods, and they should never be left unsupervised with young children.
Their throats are tiny. Cut appropriate treats and food into very small pieces, keep unsafe objects out of reach, and watch closely while your puppy eats or chews.
Large dogs, hawks, owls, coyotes, open gates, and theft can all threaten a small dog. Stay close, use a secure harness and leash, and never leave your puppy outside alone.
Keep the puppy on the current food and schedule during the transition. Contented Puppies feeds Life’s Abundance and requires it during the first year for the health guarantee to remain valid.
Very young or tiny puppies can develop hypoglycemia. Sluggishness, shaking, unsteady movement, vomiting, or refusing food require immediate attention. Follow the emergency instructions supplied with your puppy and contact your veterinarian and the breeder right away.
Small puppies move under feet and may jump into a chair just as someone sits. Shuffle your feet, look before stepping or sitting, and hold the puppy safely while children learn how to interact.
Brush regularly and keep the coat around the rear clean and clipped short so matting or buildup does not interfere with elimination. A groomer can help you establish a safe routine.
Small breeds may retain baby teeth, and ears may rise and fall during teething. Ask your veterinarian to check the mouth, teeth, ears, knees, and overall development at routine visits.
Use calm, positive guidance—never hitting or kicking. Provide safe small-dog toys, keep paper and choking hazards away, and expect an energetic youngster who often settles into more of a lap dog with maturity.
Use this guide alongside advice from the veterinarian who has examined your puppy. The signed agreement and puppy-specific written instructions contain the details for your puppy.