Caring for Your Yorkie

Forty years of breeding wisdom, distilled into practical guidance for a happy, healthy Yorkshire Terrier.

The Essentials

A Complete Care Guide

From nutrition to grooming, training to safety — everything you need to know.

Nutrition & Feeding

A premium, small-breed specific diet tailored to your Yorkie's life stage.

Yorkshire Terriers are tiny but energetic, with fast metabolisms. Feed a premium small-breed kibble formulated for toy breeds, divided into two or three small meals per day for adults and four for puppies under six months.

Avoid table scraps, fatty treats and bones — Yorkies have delicate digestive systems and are prone to pancreatitis. Fresh water must always be available in a clean, shallow bowl.

A tablespoon of high-quality wet food can be mixed in for fussy eaters, but dry kibble helps maintain dental health by reducing tartar build-up.

Have questions about your Yorkie?

Our four decades of experience are always at your service.

Yorkie grooming essentials
Grooming Wisdom

The Crown of the Breed

The Yorkshire Terrier's long, flowing coat is its defining glory — and the mark of a well-loved dog. Daily brushing, regular baths with breed-appropriate products, and a professional groom every six to eight weeks keep that famous silk gleaming.

A healthy coat reflects a healthy dog. If your Yorkie's coat loses shine, becomes brittle, or your dog itches persistently, it's often a sign to revisit diet, parasites or environment. When in doubt, ask — we're always here to help our puppy families.

Daily brushBi-weekly bath6–8 wk groomSilk topknot
Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the questions we hear most from prospective IRMADU families.

Yes. All our breeding dogs are KUSA (Kennel Union of Southern Africa) registered, and every puppy leaves with full registration papers, a certified pedigree and a microchip.

General Questions

About the Breed & Breeding

Common questions about Yorkshire Terriers and responsible breeding practice.

IRMADU has been KUSA-registered for 40 years. We are happy to provide our registration details, references from past puppy families, and full health documentation. We welcome visits by appointment so you can see our dogs and how they are raised.

Still have questions?

We love talking Yorkies. Reach out any time — no question is too small.