Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier: BREED BOX
Country:	Great Britain
Size:	5-7lb(2.5-5kg), 9in(23-24cm)
Temperament:	Spirited
Grooming:	Regular grooming needed
Recognition:	FCI, AKC, ANKC, CKC, KC(UK), NZKC

History - The Yorkshire Terrier was developed in the 19th Century in England by probably crossing Black and Tan Terriers with the Paisley and Clydesdale Terriers. The early Yorkshire Terriers were larger, up to 14lbs and were used for the purpose of ratting. Overtime the Yorkshire Terrier were bred to be smaller and for the purpose of companionship rather than a rat killer.

Appearance - Their coats are typically black or grey on the body, with more brown and gold on the faces and legs, but this can vary. They are long coated, coat hanging quite straight and evenly down each side, a parting extending from nose to end of tail. The Yorkie fur is soft, fine, and high-maintenance, and must either be trimmed short or washed and brushed frequently.

Description: Yorkshire Terriers are alert and active breed. They get along well with their human families and also with other household pets such as cats and dogs. Though their coats can grow long it does not shed or molt like many other dogs, thus they are a low allergy-causing breed.

Ideal Owners: The Yorkshire Terrier is an excellent companion dog for all ages. They are great with children however it must be noted that because they are such a small breed children under 5 can easily injure them. Like most breed the Yorkshire Terrier does not take well to being alone and if everyone in the household is away 9-5pm it is best to have 2 dogs.

Color: Dark Steel Blue, Tan

Life Expectancy: 14-16 years

Other Names: Yorkie

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Number of reviews: 4

Andrea Stefanski

My opinion review

2/15/2006

Rating: TBA (16vote/s)

When I first got Copper, a Yorkshire Terrier, the lady that we bought him from told me that he was not potty-trained. My first thought of this was, “Where do I start?” Many long hours and days went into this training process. This was one thing I did not enjoy, since I had school and other social activities. I would come home and find his accidents.

Yorkshire Terriers need lots of attention, otherwise they tend to bark or cry if no one is around them. I feel that Yorkshire Terriers would best be suited for people that stay at home all day or need some companionship, for example, someone that is retired from the work force.

Copper is a very intelligent dog. When I would call his name, he would be right there. This helped me out so I could keep an eye on him so he would behave himself. I think Copper will learn more and listen as he gets older. Copper is a very energetic and full of life, so it shows that he is healthy. I enjoy that he is always energetic because it keeps me on the go. I wish I had as much energy as he does. When I would lie down, he would be right there snuggling up to me.

I loved it when he was calm because it made me feel relaxed and then I could get some studying done. He is a wonderful watchdog. If people are coming in to our apartment or if he is not familiar with someone’s voice, he starts to bark. It makes me very safe when he is around because I know he will start to bark if something is not right. I think Copper has potential to be a good dog, especially now that is back home with my mom. It will take some time and hard work to be the dog I expect him to be.

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