Yorkshire Terrier facts for kids
The Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkie is a small breed of terrier dog. It originated in the United Kingdom in the town of Yorkshire, from where it gets its name.
They were first bred to catch mice and rats, so they are often fast and energetic. Yorkies usually weigh about 7 pounds (3.18 kg) and have a dark gray or black coat with a brown face. According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), Yorkies are the second most popular dog breed in America, behind only the Labrador Retriever. They are really playful, they will always want to play.
Images for kids
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A Yorkshire Terrier from 1915
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A painting from the 19th century depicting a Yorkshire-like terrier by Ernest Gustave Girardot
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Common origin of Biewer and particolour Yorkshire Terrier from purebred Blue and Tan Yorkshire Terriers with ancestors, that were carriers of the recessive Piebald gene.
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A Yorkshire Terrier puppy, displaying a black and tan coat
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A Yorkshire Terrier after a day at the groomer
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The Yorkshire Terrier character is described as "conveying an important air". According to the standard, the dog's high head carriage and confident manner should give the appearance of vigor and self-importance.
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A Morkie (half Maltese, half Yorkshire Terrier) puppy with his deciduous teeth and adult teeth growing in
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A Yorkshire Terrier's retained deciduous or baby fangs
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Tracheal collapse
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A teacup Yorkshire Terrier
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A Yorkshire terrier being exhibited at a show
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A silver-blue and pale cream Yorkshire Terrier.
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A Yorkshire Terrier with a dark coat
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According to the standard, the ears must be small, V-shaped, carried erect and set not too far apart. If this is not the case, the dog should not be used for breeding.
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A Yorkshire Terrier, trimmed
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A Yorkshire Terrier in need of brushing
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A Yorkshire Terrier with a dark coat
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See also
In Spanish: Yorkshire terrier para niños
