Yorkshire Terrier

The Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny dog with a huge personality: confident, lively, and deeply devoted to its people. Originally developed in 19th-century England to catch rats in textile mills, the breed later became a fashionable companion while keeping its fearless terrier spirit. Yorkies stand out for their silky, human-like coat and big-dog attitude in a toy-sized body.

Size
Toy
Weight
23.2 kg
Height
1820 cm
Lifespan
1115 years

Characteristics

Energy Level
Grooming
Shedding
Trainability
Barking

Compatibility

Kids
Other Dogs
Strangers
Apartments
First-time Owners

Common Health Issues

  • patellar luxation
  • tracheal collapse
  • dental disease
  • hypoglycemia