Yorkshire Terriers Are the Best! (Best Dogs Ever) [Library Binding]

Elaine Landau (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 2009 | Age Level: 7 and up | Grade Level: 2 and up | Series: Best Dogs Ever

What's that dog with the smooth, silky fur; bright, brown eyes; and sweet but spunky spirit? It's the Yorkshire terrier! Yorkies are tiny, but they have big personalities. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever - and it's easy to see why. If you're a Yorkie fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its gleaming coat and glamorous looks to its history as a rat-catching dog in England's factories. You'll also want to find out how to care for the Yorkie. So check out this go-to guide for Yorkie lovers - and learn all about why Yorkies are the best breed there is!

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About the Author

Award-winning author Elaine Landau has worked as a newspaper reporter, a children's book editor, and a youth services librarian before becoming a full-time writer. She has written more than 175 nonfiction books for children and young adults.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 7 and up
  
• Library Binding: 32 pages
• Publisher: Lerner Publications (September 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580135579
• ISBN-13: 978-1580135573
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.8 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,963,115 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I'm a children's book author and writing coach who loves both children and books. I've never been much of a fiction fan, I've spent my time both reading and writing nonfiction. I live in tropical Miami with my husband and son who are nonfiction lovers as well.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This is a marvelous introduction to the charming, curious, attentive and loving little dog, the Yorkie! Yip, yip, yip, yip!!!, September 5, 2009

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This review is from: Yorkshire Terriers Are the Best! (Best Dogs Ever) (Library Binding)

Almost everyone would like a loving companion. There are cat people and dog people and if you want a dog, don't have a lot of room for one you just might want to consider the Yorkshire terrier, or Yorkie. They are a "brave, bold" dog and also have a lot of zip. They are a very smart dog and make "great watchdogs." Many people, who don't care for them, say they are yippy dogs. If you don't care for that sort of behavior, read no further because Yorkies are probably not your cup of tea. They are a fearless critter and will "often take on much bigger dogs," even though they only weigh in between four and seven pounds and are only seven to nine inches tall. Still interested?

They have unusual coloring and their hair is long, straight and silky. They will need to be groomed on a daily basis even though they don't shed a lot and you will have to take them to a groomer. They are an energetic dog and love to play, but because they are small you have to take care not to injure them . . . no roughhousing! Just looking into the eyes of this dog will charm you easily, but the author stresses that you need to be careful choosing this or any other dog to fit your family's lifestyle. For example, this "active, curious canine" isn't crazy about being left alone and just might decide to chew up your shoes. You will learn about their history, how they are related to the Scottish terrier, famous people who own Yorkies, what category the AKC places them in (that's easy!), how much exercise they need, basic items you'll need before bringing home your dog, the need for proper veterinarian care, what to feed them and more!

This is a marvelous introduction to this little charmer. The book is well written and researched and you'll be thrilled with all the fun, frolicking photographs that pepper the book. I especially enjoyed the one of the BIG man holding a Yorkie. Needless to say, they are both smiling! There is an assortment of interesting and informative sidebars scattered throughout the book. This is one of several books in the series, "The Best Dogs Ever." In the back of the book is an index, a glossary and additional recommended book and website resources. Hmmmm, I'm still wondering if that Yorkie is that belongs to that man!