Yorkshire Terrier
Small but feisty, elegant companion dogs with big personalities
Height
7-8 inches
Weight
4-7 pounds
Life Span
13-16 years
Breed Group
Toy Group
Characteristics
Temperament
BraveFeistyAffectionateIntelligentEnergetic
Good With
FamiliesApartment LivingSeniorsLap Time
Care Needs
exercise
Moderate
grooming
High
training
Moderately Easy
shedding
Very Low
energy Level
High
barking
Frequent
History
Developed in Yorkshire, England during the Industrial Revolution to catch rats in textile mills.
Health
Common Issues
- Patellar Luxation
- Dental Issues
- Collapsed Trachea
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Recommended Tests
- Patella Evaluation
- Eye Examination
- DNA Test for PRA
- Cardiac Exam