- Name: Lux
- Owner: Kisten Elleston
- Breed: Yorkshire Terrier
- Shots: Yes
- Spay/Neutured: No
- Age: 3 Months
- Description:
Yorkshire Terrier
Previous Breed: Wire-haired Vizsla
"The Yorkshire Terrier, well known for long flowing tresses, is a tiny but tough breed. Originally used to hunt rats, the Yorkie is a popular active pet. The Yorkshire Terrier was one of the top 10 breeds for the year 2008. Click here for the complete story on Top Dog Breeds of 2008.
History
As Scottish weavers migrated from Scotland to England in the mid 19th century, they brought along various terriers used to hunt rats. Over time, these terriers were bred together until the Yorkshire Terrier was developed. Originally, the breed was called the "broken-haired scotch terrier." In 1870, a reporter at a dog show stated that the breed should be renamed the Yorkshire Terrier since most of the breed development occurred in the town of Yorkshire. The breed was originally used as a working dog but became a fashionable pet in England in the late Victorian era. In 1872, the Yorkie made his entrance into the United States and has since been a favorite.
Appearance and Size
The Yorkshire Terrier is a member of the toy breed group. The ears are erect and the tail is docked. The best-known feature of the breed is the long flowing hair coat, which requires constant care. The long hair on the head is usually tied on top with a bow to prevent the hair from getting in the face and eyes. The hair coat is typically dark steel blue complimented with shades of tan. The Yorkshire Terrier stands eight inches at the shoulder and weighs three to seven pounds.
Personality
Yorkshire Terriers are excellent watchdogs, readily alerting their family when strangers approach. In comparison, females tend to be better watchdogs than males. Male Yorkies tend to let the females do all the work. Yorkies willingly share their homes and families with other breeds. They are primarily indoor dogs but, since they are terriers at heart, they can live a rugged outdoor terrier life. With proper care and attention, they can live anywhere.
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Yorkshire Terrier
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2 dogs, one Phil
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