Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier is a small, lively breed with a long, silky, black-and-tan coat. They weigh between 4 and 7 pounds (2-3 kg), stand just 6 to 8 inches (25 to 20 cm) tall, and live 11 to 15 years.
Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier is a small, lively breed with a long, silky, black-and-tan coat. They weigh between 4 and 7 pounds (2-3 kg), stand just 6 to 8 inches (25 to 20 cm) tall, and live 11 to 15 years.
4—7 lb
6—8 in
11—15 yr
Originated
The Yorkshire Terrier originated in 19th-century England as a rat-catching dog. Breeders crossed terriers with Skye Terriers and Malteses to create a small dog with a tenacious personality.
Breed
Yorkshire Terriers are known for their intelligence, loyalty, and affection. They are confident and playful with their owners but can be wary of strangers. Yorkies get along well with other dogs and animals as long as they have been well-socialized as puppies to prevent aggressive behavior.
Today
Yorkshire Terriers are popular family pets. They make excellent apartment dogs thanks to their small size and limited need for exercise.
How to care!
Exercise
Yorkshire Terriers need daily exercise, such as a short walk or playtime in a fenced yard. They also love agility training.
Nutrition
Yorkshire Terriers require a balanced diet with high-quality protein and moderate fat. They do best with small, frequent meals to prevent hypoglycemia.
Grooming
Yorkshire Terriers have a long, silky coat that requires daily brushing and regular trimming to prevent matting and tangling. They also need regular baths and ear cleaning to prevent infections.
Training
Yorkshire Terriers respond well to positive reinforcement training methods such as treats and praise. They learn tricks and commands quickly, but housetraining may take longer than with larger breeds.