YORKSHIRE TERRIER

This terrier was selected in Yorkshire, England, through several crossings between the Skye terrier, the Dandie Dinmont, the Manchester and the Maltese. In this English area it was used as a mouse hunter, but as its size progressively decreased, it became a luxurious and company pet, traits it currently maintains. Due to this company dog condition, it is one most known dog in the world.

PHYSICAL TRAITS of the YORKSHIRE TERRIER
It is a very small dog; the males as well as the females should not stand over 23 cm or weigh more than 3.5 kg. It has a medium length fur, straight, silky and shiny. The puppies are completely black upon birth, later the base color takes a dark steel shade and red spots appear around the head, the chest and the legs. Its head is flat, small and proportionate; the eyes are black with a very lively gaze, and the V shaped, erect ears in which the fur’s red color is more intense.

TEMPERAMENT AND ADAPTATION of the YORKSHIRE TERRIER
Very affectionate towards the family it lives with, affectionate and intelligent. As many other small dogs, it is not intimidated by anything and shows noticeable fearlessness and courage. It is very playful and fun, it likes children, towards whom it shows a great protective instinct. It can be stubborn, untrusting and aggressive with other dogs or strangers. It adapts perfectly to any type of home.

It is very sensitive, and gets depressed if it is not shown affection and the attention it deems itself worthy due to its affectionate dedication to the family.

EXERCISE AND CARE required for a YORKSHIRE TERRIER
To keep this standard’s breed, the tail should be cut in half, although some federations are modifying their criteria about the tails and ears. Carefully, due to the fur’s fragile structure, it must be brushed frequently, but respecting the hair’s normal cascade over the face, which gives it a special charm. If it is intended to participate in shows, the fur’s care will have to be daily. It requires frequent veterinarian visits to keep an eye on its teeth. The Yorkshire terrier doesn’t need much exercise; it is enough with short daily walks to keep it from getting fast, since it is has a sweet tooth.