Yorkshire Terrier

The Yorkie became a fashionable pet in the late victorian era in Yorkshire, England. They were crossed with local types such as long-haired Leeds Terrier. Yorkshire Terrier made their appearance at the United States in the early 1870 and it became very famous toy breed. This is said to be breed from the Manchester Terrier, Maltese, Paisley, Skye Terrier and Clydesdale Terrier.

In 1872 first Yorkshire was born at America by 1880 they got changes in size of the dog breed from 7 to 14 pounds. This is very smallest dog in the world and should not exceed its 7 lbs weight.



Yorkshire Terrier had small head with a top that is nearly flat and they have dark sparkling eyes. Its ears are v-shaped that are carried erect and the hair across the body is comparatively long and straight. They had short back and a level back lines. Yorkshire Terrier are fully mature in two years.

Its tail is docked to medium-length and it is carried level with its back. They are good for apartment life and Yorkshire Terrier is sensitive to the cold so they prefer warm climates. The hair on the muzzles is very long. Its coat is glossy, silky and fine in texture. Their forelegs are straight, and elbows stick neither in nor out.

Yorkshire Terrier teeth should be cleaned regularly and it sheds little to no hair. This breed requires regular grooming and its clipped coat needs daily combing or brushing. It sheds little to no hair and they are very active indoors and will do okay with out yard. Yorkshire Terrier are intelligent, brave, confident and spirited.

Blue and tan, Yorkshire Terrier are born black, gradually attaining their blue and tan coloration as they mature.

A dog's standard height varies from 6 to 7 inches.

Dog's weight vary at 7 Pounds.

A healthy Yorkshire Terrier dog lives about 12 to 15 years.



Yorkshire Terrier are intelligent, lively and fearless they dependent entirely on their owner, and are extremely affectionate. Yorkshire are very quick learners and it requires more human companionship and attention. They are easy to train because they are active, clever and alert sometimes they can be stubborn. Yorkshire Terrier are excellent watchdogs and they love to bark. It requires minimal exercise and ears, eyes must be cleaned daily.

Yorkshire Terrier as a Pet

Yorkshire Terrier love to chase shadows, lay in sunbeams and tug of war. The hair on the top of the head if grown long is usually secured with band or bow and they are suited for short walks. They are intelligent, confident, brave, affectionate and spirited. These pets should be even tempered and co-exist peacefully with other breeds. This breed is true and loyal companion.