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Yorkshire Terrier Dog Breed
Terrier Dog Classification: Yorkshire
Terriers are working dogs (though now they are
primarily companion dogs).
Other Names: Yorkie, Broken-haired Scottish
Terrier, York Terrier,
Terrier in Foreign Languages:
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Czech: teriér
Dutch: terriër
Finnish: terrieri
French: terrier
German: Terrier
Lithuanian: terjeras
Navajo: lééchaa'í hadaalzheehígíí
Russian: ter'jér
Scottish Gaelic: abhag
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Origins: Yorkshire Terriers originated
to hunt rats. They were initially designed by
miners in the Yorkshire area of England.
Description: Yorkshire Terriers are one
of the smallest dog breeds. They have square proportions,
and diminutive features. They have small triangular
erect ears, and a naturally short tail. The most
notable trait of the Yorkie is their long silky
fur.
Size: Yorkshire Terriers weigh 3 to 7
lbs, and stand 6 to 9 inches tal lat the shoulder.
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weight
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height |
| Male |
3-7 lbs |
6-9 inches tall |
| Female |
3-7 lbs |
6-9 inches tall |
Coat: Yorkshire Terriers have long, glossy,
silky coats. They are dark steely blue from the
tip of their head dow to their tail, their face,
chest and tail are tan.
Disposition: Yorkshire Terriers are eager
for adventure and trouble. They are spirited and
spunky, their inquisitive nature sometimes gets
them into trouble.
Type Dog: Yorkshire Terriers are now companion
dogs.
Litter Size: Yorkshire Terrier dogs typically
give birth to litters with up to 5 puppies.
Behavior: Yorkshire Terriers canb e aggressive
to strange dogs and small animals. They often
bark a lot. They require short daily walks and
mental stimulation or games.Yorkshire Terriers
are not overly obedient.
Traits: Yorkshire Terriers are inquisitive,
bold, and stubborn.
Country of Origin: England
Life Span: Yorkshire Terriers have a typical
life span of 14 to 16 years.
Club Recognitions: AKC, ANKC, CKC, KC(UK),
NZKC
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