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The Yorkshire Terrier is one of the favorite dog breeds in Spain for its intelligence and small size. Of English origin, they are characterized by their low weight, which usually does not exceed 3 kilos. Despite their small size, Yorkshires are dogs with a lot of energy and require physical exercise, especially during their first year of life. Bravery, impulsivity and stubbornness are other characteristics attributed to this breed. Also his dominant and at the same time affectionate character. For this reason, you have to pay special attention to their education, not spoiling them or spoiling them excessively and spending time with them. The Yorkshire has abundant , fine and silky fur . This makes daily brushing advisable to prevent tangling. In addition, it is important that you remove the hair from the bangs that can cause eye discomfort. He uses a hair tie and cuts his bangs regularly. And remember that this breed does not shed its hair, so care must be maintained throughout the year. Another aspect to take into account is your diet . Their rapid metabolism means that they require eating more often but in small quantities. They are also dogs with great digestive sensitivity, so it is recommended that they eat a special feed.
As they are small dogs, their nails do not usually wear down as much and they must be cut and checked frequently. Teeth are another chapter that you should pay special attention to if you have a Yorkshire . Small breed dogs are more exposed to the presence of bacteria in their gums. As their jaws are small, plaque tends to accumulate, so it is recommended to brush their teeth daily. Curiosities about the CZ Leads Yorkshires The origin of this breed dates back to the 19th century in the County of York (Yorkshire), in Great Britain. Specifically, in the textile factories where rats were hunted during the Industrial Revolution. From there they went to dog shows. For the first time in 1859, the breed was officially recognized in 1870. Causes and prevention of otitis in dogs October 22, 2019 Published in Blog otitis in dogs Otitis in dogs is a very common disease. It affects around 20% of dogs and consists of an inflammation of the ear. Otitis in dogs, as in humans, is very annoying and painful. The most common is otitis externa, which affects the part of the ear canal that goes from the eardrum to the outside. If it is not treated in time, it can lead to otitis media or internal otitis, which is more serious and affects the inner ear.
We observe that our dog tilts his head and shakes it, if he is in pain, has dark and odorous secretions from the ears, inflammation or mood changes, becoming aggressive, we may be facing otitis. Causes of otitis in dogs There are different factors that cause otitis in dogs: Primary causes (they alone produce the disease) such as food allergies or atopic dermatitis, parasites (essentially mites), foreign bodies that have been accidentally introduced into the ear, infectious agents, etc. Perpetuating causes . They aggravate otitis in dogs or make it difficult to heal, such as fungi and bacteria found in the ear canal. Causes that predispose to suffering from the disease . In this group there are factors such as humidity, heat and the physiognomy of some breeds (with floppy ears and long hair like the cocker spaniel or with narrow ear canals like the Shar Pei) that can act as triggers. When prescribing treatment for otitis in dogs, it is essential to know the primary cause of the disease, so that both the origin of otitis and its symptoms can be treated. Therefore, if you suspect otitis, it is recommended to go to the veterinarian as soon as possible. Tips for prevention Because prevention is better than cure, we give you some recommendations to prevent otitis: Keep your dog's ears clean. Never use Q-tips, clean gauze will do. To do so, follow the advice you will find in this article . You can also see in this video how to do it. Check your ears regularly to rule out the presence of any foreign body (a spike that has entered your ear after a walk in the countryside is enough to trigger otitis). Trim the hair on the outside of the ears. Dry your dog's ears after bathing or if he has gotten wet on one of his outings.