Healthy Dog Food For Yorkies

Tom&Sawyer dog meals are formulated for adult maintenance. If you have a Yorkie puppy, speak with your veterinarian about their growth-stage nutrition needs, especially because small breed puppies may have different feeding needs than adult dogs. In Canada, Puppy Booster may be available for some puppies, but it is not available in the U.S. and should be used only when appropriate for your dog.

For Yorkies, prioritize recipes with a named animal protein as the first ingredient, such as chicken, beef, or turkey. Helpful features can include whole vegetables, healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids, and no artificial preservatives or fillers. Given that Yorkies can be prone to sensitive stomachs, easily digestible proteins and minimal ingredient lists are especially important.

Yes, gently-cooked dog food can be a suitable choice for Yorkies. Cooking at low heat preserves the natural vitamins and minerals found in fresh ingredients, which are often destroyed in high-heat kibble manufacturing. Yorkies with sensitive stomach may especially benefit from the improved digestibility of gently-cooked meals.

Adult Yorkies are commonly fed two meals per day, one in the morning and one in the evening. Yorkie puppies are often fed three to four smaller meals per day. Consistent feeding times may help regulate digestion and energy levels, which may be helpful for Yorkies prone to picky eating.

Suitable protein options for Yorkies may include high-quality, named animal proteins, chicken, beef, turkey, or fish. For Yorkies prone to sensitive stomachs, a single-protein or limited ingredient recipe can help identify and avoid triggers. Tom&Sawyer uses human grade meat in every recipe, with no byproducts or mystery proteins.

Human grade dog food means every ingredient meets the same safety and quality standards as food made for people. For Yorkies, this matters because it avoids the low-quality byproducts and fillers found in most commercial pet food. Tom&Sawyer prepares all meals in a human grade kitchen in Canada, regulated to AAFCO standards.

Yorkies feeding amounts depend on their weight, age, and activity level. As a general guide, most Yorkies do well with two meals per day, morning and evening. Use the Tom&Sawyer Feeding Calculator to get a portion size tailored specifically to your dog.