by MacKay's Tiny Terriers | Feb 11, 2024 | Puppy Training, Westie Wisdom
Congratulations on your decision to welcome a charming new puppy into your life! Whether you’ve chosen a name as whimsical as Mr. Wuffles or as refined as Winston, your journey into pet parenthood is about to begin. But before you get lost in a whirlwind of...
by MacKay's Tiny Terriers | Feb 10, 2024 | Service Dogs, Westie Wisdom
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is defined, in part, by The Canadian Encyclopedia as; “a set of neurodevelopmental conditions characterized by impaired social communication and interaction” (Heifetz, 2018). This can cause a child with...
by MacKay's Tiny Terriers | Nov 23, 2022 | Westie Wisdom
Understanding Hypoglycemia Welcoming a new puppy into your home is an exciting and joyous occasion. However, it’s essential to be aware of potential health concerns, such as hypoglycemia, that can affect young puppies, especially small breeds like Yorkshire...
by MacKay's Tiny Terriers | Nov 23, 2022 | Uncategorized
Energetic & Lovable! Yorkies are the smallest of the terrier group, never getting larger than 7 pounds, but you wouldn’t know it from their personalities. These feisty, fearless “tomboy” dogs were bred as ratters—meaning they were used for hunting rats—in northern...