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Yorkshire Terrier Facts
- Group
- Toys
- Affiliations
- AKC, CKC, UKC
- Height
- 8" - 9"
- Weight
- under 7 lbs.
- Lifespan
- 14 years | Add yours
- Exercise Requirement
- Training Requirement
- Grooming Requirement
- Colors
- Breed Characteristics
Alternate Names
Yorkie.
Origin
The Yorkshire terrier originated in the West Riding area of Yorkshire, Great Britain.
Date Of Origin
This breed developed in the 1800's.
History
The Yorkie was originally bred to control rats in cotton mills and mines in Yorkshire, England. It was popular among the working class, especially weavers. Later, it became a fashionable per during the Victorian age. Originally called the broken haired Scottish terrier, the breed was renamed the Yorkshire terrier by 1870. It is a descendant of the Waterside terrier, Old English black and tan terrier, rough-coated English terrier, paisley terrier, and Clydesdale terrier. It first came to the U.S. in the 1870's.
Description
The Yorkie is a very small, well balanced dog with square proportions and a high head carriage. Its skull is small and flat; the muzzle is tapered with a small, black, button nose. The naturally erect ears are small and V-shaped. The tail is docked to medium length and carried slightly higher than the back. The distinctive coat is long, silky, and glossy, parted down the center of the back and hanging straight to the floor. The long hair on the head is parted or tied into a bow. The hair on the muzzle is long and blends into the hair on the chest. Puppies are born black and tan but by about two years old develop their steel blue and tan coloring.
Temperament
The scrappy Yorkie is a true terrier. Despite its small size, it is courageous and assertive. It tends to get along well with most animals and children but can become demanding and nippy if not socialized and trained.
Uses
The Yorkie, as it is known, has found great popularity as a companion dog all over the world. This is due to its exceptional good looks and general lovableness. It has, however, not forgotten its terrier blood and can localize even the smallest noise, which makes it useful as a watchdog.
Health Concerns
Cushings disease, dental problems, hypoglycemia, Legg-Perthes disease, liver shunt, luxating patellas, tracheal collapse.
Additional Information
This breed requires consistent, professional grooming. When purchasing this breed be sure you are ready for the financial commitment.
Sources
The Howell Book Of Dogs
Publisher: Wiley Publishing Inc, 2007
Website: http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/
Author: Liz Palika
Dog Bible
Publisher: BowTie Press, 2005
Website: http://www.bowtiepress.com/bowtie/
Authors: Kristin Meuh-Roe, Jarelle S. Stein
Simon & Schusters Guide to Dogs
Publisher: Simon & Schuster inc, 1980
Website: http://www.simonandschuster.com
Author: Elizabeth Meriwether Schuler
The New Encyclopedia of the Dog
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Publishing, 2000
Website: http://www.dk.com
Author: Bruce Fogle
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