Yorkshire Terrier Country of origin : England
Yorkshire Terrier Original Function : Vermin Destroyer and Companion dog
Although Yorkshire Terrier is intelligent and agile, you will seldom meet it at agility classes. It is very suited as a small family dog – preferably not with very young kids and it is a respected and popular show dog. This Toy terriers is a famous in dog shows.

Yorkshire Terrier dog appearance

Yorkshire Terrier dog body
The body of the Yorkshire Terrier is strongly built and well in proportion with a compact trunk and a flat topline. The legs are straight and the round feet have black claws. The Yorkshire Terrier’s tail is carried a little above the top-line. It is usually docked to a medium length in countries where this is permissible.
Yorkshire Terrier dog head
The fairly small head has a flat skull with a muzzle that is not overtly long and is carried proudly. The eyes are moderately big, with an intelligent expression and the eyelids have a dark pigmentation. They are set forwards facing. The Yorkshire Terrier’s ears are small and V-shaped. They are carried erect or semi-erect and are covered with short hair.

Yorkshire Terrier dog coat
This dog breed has a very long, silky coat with a straight parting down the back to the tail. The shiny coat is straight and should not wave.

Yorkshire Terrier dog colors
Yorkshire Terriers are steel-gray with a rust-brown tan and golden-brown hair on the head. The brown color on the head should not stretch down over the neck. There should be no other colors among the tan when they are corn. Yorkshire Terrier’s coat become a lighter color after a while.

Yorkshire Terrier dog temperament

Yorkshire Terrier dog character
These dogs are lively and active, courageous (sometimes overconfident) and intelligent. They are attached to their families and affectionate, but also quite stubborn.Yorkshire Terriers are noisy, barking, alert and very vigilant.

Yorkshire Terrier dog social behavior
Provided kids do not treat them as a toy and do not invade their territory, these dog will not cause any problems.Yorkshire Terriers can be rather foolhardy in their courage towards other dogs, but they get along fine with cats if they have been together since they were young. There could be problems with others pets such as rodents, as they are a natural prey to this little terrier.Good socialization with all pets in the household could prevent such difficulties. Strangers will be announced noisily and it might take a while before the Yorkshire Terrier accepts them.

Yorkshire Terrier general dog care

Yorkshire Terrier dog grooming
The Yorkshire Terrier requires intensive daily grooming, which is why these dogs often have short trimmed coats, particularly if they are pets. Like this it is much easier to keep the coat in good condition, and a regular comb or brush will be adequate. The grooming of show dogs needs far more expertise and time on behalf of the owner. The coat of show dogs is usually protected to keep its condition by rolling it up with curling papers and washing it with special products to keep it resilience and shine. The hairs are usually tied back from the eyes with a rubber band and ribbon.

Yorkshire Terrier dog training
The Yorkshire Terrier learn quite quickly, but it can also display some obstinacy. If you are consistent and teach the dog positively, with fun and variety, this dog will generally learn to listen quickly. Unfortunately the Yorkshire Terrier is a little over-alert ( over barking ) and can bark incessantly and unnecessarily. Never encourage vigilance because it will only exacerbate the situation, but rather teach the dog that a few barks will do.

Yorkshire Terrier dog exercise

The Yorkshire Terrier adapts to the family in its need for exercise. They are active in doors as well as outdoors. Digging and romping is something they love doing.Yorkshire Terrier’s size makes them easy to keep in an apartment. Other Toy terriers group is Silky Terrier.