Yorkshire Terrier:
breed features and care
Yorkshire Terrier:
breed features and
care
care
Yorkshire Terrier —
one of the world's most popular and best-known dog breeds, famous for its elegant looks and lively, cheerful nature. Despite its small size, the Yorkie is a true 'little lion', full of courage and determination. It is perfect for anyone who can give it attention and care. Here we look at the breed's features, origin, standard, character, care and other useful information.
Breed characteristics
Adaptability
Barking level
Shedding level
Watchdog instinct
Protective instinct
Friendly to strangers
Trainability
Health problems
Care
Social needs
Suitable for flats
Energy level
Friendly to dogs
Friendly to cats
Suitable for children
Loyalty
Exercise needs
Intelligence
Yorkshire Terrier —
one of the world's most popular and best-known dog breeds, famous for its elegant looks and lively, cheerful nature. Despite its small size, the Yorkie is a true 'little lion', full of courage and determination. It is perfect for anyone who can give it attention and care. Here we look at the breed's features, origin, standard, character, care and other useful information.
Adaptability
Trainability
Care
Suitable for flats
Suitable for children
Shedding level
Friendly to dogs
Exercise needs
Protective instinct
Barking level
Health problems
Social needs
Energy level
Loyalty
Watchdog instinct
Friendly to cats
Intelligence
Friendly to strangers
Breed characteristics
The Yorkshire Terrier was developed in Yorkshire, England, in the mid-19th century, where it caught mice and rats in the textile mills. Thanks to its courage and tenacity it quickly became popular with working people. Over time the Yorkie became not only a working dog but also a companion for those who valued its small size and big personality. Today the Yorkshire Terrier is popular all over the world, and in Britain, as a small and elegant companion dog.
History and origin of the Yorkshire Terrier
History and origin of the Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier was developed in Yorkshire, England, in the mid-19th century, where it caught mice and rats in the textile mills. Thanks to its courage and tenacity it quickly became popular with working people. Over time the Yorkie became not only a working dog but also a companion for those who valued its small size and big personality. Today the Yorkshire Terrier is popular all over the world, and in Britain, as a small and elegant companion dog.
Appearance
of the Yorkshire Terrier
of the Yorkshire Terrier
The eyes are medium-sized, dark and expressive, which gives the dog a lively, intelligent look.
The head is small in relation to the body, the skull rather flat, and the ears small, upright and V-shaped. The muzzle is not too long, the nose black and the bite correct.
The tail is carried slightly higher than the level of the back. In the UK, tail docking of this breed is banned, so Yorkies have a natural tail.
The coat is long, straight and silky, with a characteristic sheen. The colour is dark steel blue on the back and a rich golden tan on the head, chest and legs. The coat is the breed's hallmark and needs careful care.
The Yorkshire Terrier moves lightly and smoothly, and its stride is soft and sure despite its small size.
The body is compact and muscular, with good bone. The Yorkshire Terrier is well proportioned, which gives it elegance and grace.
The Yorkshire Terrier is an elegant, dainty dog that impresses with its grace and beautiful looks.
Appearance of the Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier is an elegant, dainty dog that impresses with its grace and beautiful looks.
The head is small in relation to the body, the skull rather flat, and the ears small, upright and V-shaped. The muzzle is not too long, the nose black and the bite correct.
The eyes are medium-sized, dark and expressive, which gives the dog a lively, intelligent look.
The coat is long, straight and silky, with a characteristic sheen. The colour is dark steel blue on the back and a rich golden tan on the head, chest and legs. The coat is the breed's hallmark and needs careful care.
The body is compact and muscular, with good bone. The Yorkshire Terrier is well proportioned, which gives it elegance and grace.
The tail is carried slightly higher than the level of the back. In the UK, tail docking of this breed is banned, so Yorkies have a natural tail.
The Yorkshire Terrier moves lightly and smoothly, and its stride is soft and sure despite its small size.
Colours of the Yorkshire Terrier
Colour is one of the breed's most important features and a big part of its charm. The Yorkshire Terrier has a fine, glossy coat that needs careful care.
The ideal Yorkshire Terrier is steel blue and tan, with clear boundaries between the colours. The purity and sheen of the colours matter a great deal, both for appearance and at shows.
Steel blue:
the breed's base colour. It must be a dark steel blue, not silver blue, and run from the back of the head along the back to the root of the tail. Blue is not the same as black: a dull or blackish colour in an adult dog is a fault. Puppies are born black with tan markings, and the blue colour develops only during the first years of life.
Tan:
on the head, chest and legs. It should be warm and bright, not dull or pale. The tan is deepest on the head, and the hair is lighter at the roots than at the tips. The chest and legs should also be a bright tan. The colour deepens as the puppy grows.
Boundary between blue and tan:
it is a hallmark of the breed that the colours are clearly separated: the blue of the back must not mix with the tan of the chest, legs and head. At shows, judges assess how well the colours harmonise and how they are distributed.
Shade:
the tan can range from a warm, deep gold to cooler, yellowish shades. The warmer and richer the shade, the more breeders and judges value it. What matters most is that the colour is bright and rich, not washed out.
Colours of the Yorkshire Terrier
Colour is one of the breed's most important features and a big part of its charm. The Yorkshire Terrier has a fine, glossy coat that needs careful care.
The ideal Yorkshire Terrier is steel blue and tan, with clear boundaries between the colours. The purity and sheen of the colours matter a great deal, both for appearance and at shows.
Steel blue —
the breed's base colour. It must be a dark steel blue, not silver blue, and run from the back of the head along the back to the root of the tail. Blue is not the same as black: a dull or blackish colour in an adult dog is a fault. Puppies are born black with tan markings, and the blue colour develops only during the first years of life.
Tan —
on the head, chest and legs. It should be warm and bright, not dull or pale. The tan is deepest on the head, and the hair is lighter at the roots than at the tips. The chest and legs should also be a bright tan. The colour deepens as the puppy grows.
Boundary between blue and tan —
It is a hallmark of the breed that the colours are clearly separated: the blue of the back must not mix with the tan of the chest, legs and head. At shows, judges assess how well the colours harmonise and how they are distributed.
Shade —
the tan can range from a warm, deep gold to cooler, yellowish shades. The warmer and richer the shade, the more breeders and judges value it. What matters most is that the colour is bright and rich, not washed out.
Breed standard:
the Yorkshire Terrier
the Yorkshire Terrier
Head: Small, with a rather flat skull and a muzzle that is not too long.
Eyes: Medium-sized, dark and expressive.
Coat: Long, straight and silky, with a characteristic sheen.
Body: Compact and well proportioned, with a level back and good posture.
Tail: Carried slightly higher than the level of the back; undocked in the UK.
Movement: Free, smooth and sure.
Breed standard:
the Yorkshire Terrier
the Yorkshire Terrier
Head:
Small, with a rather flat skull and a muzzle that is not too long.
Small, with a rather flat skull and a muzzle that is not too long.
Eyes:
Medium-sized, dark and expressive.
Medium-sized, dark and expressive.
Coat:
Long, straight and silky, with a characteristic sheen.
Long, straight and silky, with a characteristic sheen.
Body:
Compact and well proportioned, with a level back and good posture.
Compact and well proportioned, with a level back and good posture.
Tail:
Carried slightly higher than the level of the back; undocked in the UK.
Carried slightly higher than the level of the back; undocked in the UK.
Movement:
Free, smooth and sure.
Free, smooth and sure.
Character of the Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier has a strong personality and a distinct character. Despite its small size, the Yorkie is full of self-confidence. It is active, curious and brave. It often shows a protective instinct and can be wary of unfamiliar people and animals.
The Yorkie becomes strongly attached to its owner and is an excellent companion for anyone who can give it attention. It loves being the centre of attention and suits active owners well.
The Yorkie becomes strongly attached to its owner and is an excellent companion for anyone who can give it attention. It loves being the centre of attention and suits active owners well.
Character of the Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier has a strong personality and a distinct character. Despite its small size, the Yorkie is full of self-confidence. It is active, curious and brave. It often shows a protective instinct and can be wary of unfamiliar people and animals.
Caring for the Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier needs careful care, especially its coat. Brush it regularly so that it does not tangle. Bath the dog regularly with a shampoo for long-haired dogs, and trim the coat so that it does not get in the way of movement; many pet owners keep it short.
Pay attention to the eyes, ears and teeth too, as Yorkies are prone to tartar build-up and dental problems, as well as some eye conditions.
Caring for the Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier needs careful care, especially its coat. Brush it regularly so that it does not tangle. Bath the dog regularly with a shampoo for long-haired dogs, and trim the coat so that it does not get in the way of movement; many pet owners keep it short.
Pay attention to the eyes, ears and teeth too, as Yorkies are prone to tartar build-up and dental problems, as well as some eye conditions.
Pros and cons of the breed
Pros
Cons
Yorkshire Terrier —
is a small but energetic dog with a strong personality that becomes a loyal friend and companion. If you are ready to give it attention, care and an active life, it will delight you with its affection, playfulness and beautiful looks.
Yorkshire Terrier —
is a small but energetic dog with a strong personality that becomes a loyal friend and companion. If you are ready to give it attention, care and an active life, it will delight you with its affection, playfulness and beautiful looks.
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