Welcome to Yorkshire Terrier UK, Information on Yorkshire Terriers and Yorkie Breeders

Yorkshire Terrier Dogs in the UK

This cute little breed, affectionately known as ‘Yorkies’, are renowned for their loyalty and affection. Some owners keep Yorkshire terriers purely for their companionship, as they love human attention.

The breed originates in Yorkshire and it is thought the dogs were originally bred to hunt rats and mice.

The traditional Yorkshire terrier is know as a toy breed and weighs approximately 7 pounds. Their average height is only eight to nine inches. Due to their small size extra care should be taken both in and out of the home to avoid accidents. These are fragile dogs and are prone to falls.

Coat

Yorkshire terriers are distinguished by their silky blue and tan coats. As puppies they are born black, and gradually change to the deep blue of their main body coat with tan hair on their heads and faces.

A Yorkshire terrier’s hair is silky and smooth and likened to human hair. They don’t have the usual fur of a dog, so are less prone to doggy smells and shedding hair. The hair actually grows permanently and needs to be trimmed regularly – hence the famous sight of a Yorkie with a bow or band on its head. This is done for practical purposes to ensure the dog can see and its hair doesn’t go into its food or water.

Grooming is an important part of the Yorkshire terrier’s daily routine. Some owners choose to keep their terrier’s coat cut short, whilst others, particularly for show dogs, grow the hair to floor length and part it along the back.

It has been said that Yorkshire terriers are good for owners with allergies to dogs due to their type of coat.

Exercise and Care

All dogs need exercise, no matter what their size, and the Yorkshire terrier is no exception. Yorkshire terriers are ideal for homes with limited or no outdoor space as they only need a short daily walk.

This breed has a reputation for being difficult to house train. As with any dog, perseverance is needed – you will both get there in the end.

Temperament

A Yorkshire terrier will be a loyal and affectionate companion. They love to sit and be pampered (hence the nickname ‘lap dog’). Some refer to them as ‘yappy’ dogs, but all dogs bark, and they’re only defending their territory. They tend not to like strangers, which can be a good thing.

Young children and Yorkshire terriers don’t mix well. Although not intentionally, children can be far too boisterous and lively for a Yorkshire terrier to cope with. These dogs also need plenty of dedication and attention, which may be difficult if there are children in the household.

The Pampered Pooch

Many a celebrity is seen with a Yorkshire terrier under their arm or even in their handbag, almost using them as a fashion accessory. The dogs are sometimes dressed up in clothes and adorned with jewellery. Pampered pooches or lifelong companions? It’s a matter of opinion ….

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Yorkshire Terriers belong to the toy group and are typically used as companions and compete in many popular competitions. The Yorkshire terrier does make a wonderful companion for adults and older children; they are a very loyal dog and will guard you and simply love you.

We all love Yorkshire Terriers, and if you don't, you should! They are lovely animals and thats why we made this website, its still new so we're adding more stuf fall the time. However feel free to view what we have already! There is information on Life expectancy, obviously something that is important when you are looking to get a new dog or learning about them.

We have information on Yorkshire terriers and their Appearance in Brief, so you can understand that little bit more about them, so you can get one from your nearest breeders.

Learn about the Colour and Coat of a Yokshire Terrier, then you'll know what to expect, we will also be adding more picture soon, which will be lovely!

The stature of these little meances! Ha they will take on a Rottweiler!

All you need to know about grooming, Yorkshire Terriers are a dog which does need to be groomed, so you can lean all about it there.

Yorkshire Terrier Modifications, not as scary as that sounds!

Yorkshire Terrier Aliments, Title is explanational anyway!

The Health of a Yorkshire Terrier, this is very important, and we have loads of information, so you can be aware of what to expect health wise with your yorkie. Very important indeed as you don't want any surprises!

Yorkshire Terrier History, so you can learn about about how they came about today, very interesting, I really do suggest a read of that!

Yorkshire Terrier Hybrids, what you can do when you cross a yorkie with another breed, quite funny mixtures have come up, ever heard of a Yorkie-Doodle? Haha!

When your getting a new puppy from the yorkshire terrier breeders, consider how to train them, and what activities you can do together. You need to teach them young so they dont get out of control!

Build and proportions, just some more info so you can research them.

There is much more, you can just view them via the menu. Many thanks Yorkshire Terrier UK