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Yorkshire Terrier

HEIGHT WEIGHT LIFE SPAN
8–9in Up to 7lb 12–15 years
(20–23cm) (3kg)

This dog’s cute looks and diminutive size belie the Tail darker than
rest of body
feisty temperament typical of terriers

Oblivious to its tiny toy stature, the in the north of England. It was gradually
Yorkshire Terrier has the bravery, energy, miniaturized through breeding from the
and confidence that might be expected of smallest individuals, and over time it became
a dog several times its size. An intelligent a fashion accessory that was carried around
dog, it responds well to obedience training. by its lady owner. Such pampering, however,
However, it is inclined to take advantage is at odds with the Yorkshire Terrier’s
of owners who let it get away with behavior dynamic nature and it is much happier
that would be unacceptable in a larger dog, when allowed to walk for at least half
and it can become yappy and demanding. an hour each day.
With proper handling, this terrier displays The long, glossy show coat is wrapped
its natural character: sweet, affectionate, around paper and secured with rubberbands
loyal, and spirited. The Yorkshire Terrier to protect it outside the show ring. It is very
was developed to catch the rats and mice time-consuming to maintain, but the dogs
that infested the wool mills and mine shafts generally love the extra attention.

MR. FAMOUS Dark eyes have
intelligent, alert
expression
One of the first show business celebrities of
the canine world was a Yorkshire Terrier named
Mr. Famous, who belonged to the movie star
Audrey Hepburn. Mr. Famous was inevitably
rather spoiled because he was Hepburn’s Dark steel-blue
constant companion. He went everywhere with
the actress, even appearing alongside her in the
1957 film Funny Face. Hepburn launched many
trends, from the little black dress to oversized
sunglasses, and Mr. Famous may have been the
forerunner of present-day “handbag dogs.”

Rich, bright,
tan facial and
chest hair

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