All Yorkie and Maltese puppies need quiet rest time, just like a baby. A nice warm bed, free from drafts is a must. Most pups enjoy the safety of their little kennel for short periods of time. We use playpens for our babies, I have used real human baby playpens or one of the puppy playpen made from metal----like a big kennel with a floor.

We place the Yorkie/Maltese pup's dry food bowl, a tiny bowl of fresh water, their canned food saucer, toys, bed and blanket in the playpen. A potty pad or litter box in one corner. The Yorkie/Maltese puppy also finds comfort in your scent. If you will place something that you have worn (a t-shirt for example) in his/her bed) the baby will feel you near and take comfort. A ticking clock, t.v. or radio sometimes helps. Young puppies should only have about 20 minutes of playtime and then need a good rest. When pups wake up from their naps, they should be full of energy. Waking up is the perfect time to place your Yorkie or Maltese pup on the potty pad or take them outside for a potty break.