The Yorkshire Terrier was originally bred in England to catch rats in mines and they were also used to burrow underground to flush out badgers and foxes.
The Yorkshire Terrier is descended from the Waterside Terrier which is a small Scottish breed with a long blue-gray coat that was taken to Yorkshire in the mid 19th century.
The Yorkshire Terrier was first shown in England in 1861.
For quite some time the Yorkshire Terrier was know as the “Broken-haired Scotch Terrier”.
Finally after 9 years a show reporter made the comment that as the breed had improved so much since its arrival in Yorkshire, it should be known as the Yorkshire Terrier.
FACTS ABOUT THE YORKSHIRE TERRIER
| Size |
7-9 inches (18-23cm) |
| Weight |
Male: 4-7lb (2-3 kg) Female: 3-7lb (1.5-3 kg) |
| Temperament |
Yorkshire Terriers are very loyal. They are alert and spirited. Although only small in size it makes an excellent watchdog and will fiercely defend its territory. |
| Grooming | Yorkshire Terriers requires daily combing and brushing with regular shampooing to keep its hair in top condition.
Either have the hair clipped short regularly or tie it back to keep it out of the dog’s eyes. These dogs need to have their teeth scaled regularly. Your veterinarian will do this or you. |
| Exercise | The Yorkshire Terrier doesn’t require a lot of exercise but it loves to run and play. |
| Living Area | This is an ideal dog for apartments and units as it is best kept indoors |
| Health | Eye problems –cataracts, dry eye, retinal atrophy. Hip dislocation and knee joint deterioration.
Although there are no special feeding requirements, it pays to restrict the amount of meat in the diet. |
| Life Expectancy | |
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