This breed certainly stands out in a crowd.
The Yorkie is a small and evenly proportioned dog with a luxurious coat of hair. And they graced the laps of many Victorian-era ladies. They went from a working dog to a canine companion. The popularity of the dog took off after the UK Kennel Club recognized the Yorkshire Terrier as an official breed. But in the right set up, they can make playful, energetic, loving pets. Yorkies need a home where someone is in most of the time to give them attention as they are prone to separation anxiety. A comparatively easy pet dog, they are a good choice for new puppy owners and families with kids too. Yorkshire Terriers make excellent companion dogs, apartment pets and lap dogs provided they have the exercise they need. A toy dog, they weigh between 5 and 7 pounds, and stand 6 to 9 inches tall. The Yorkie has long silky hair, in black and tan or parti colors. They also have the stubborn terrier streak, and chase instincts from their past as a pest exterminator. They have a medium muzzle, compact body and furry tail. Their hairstyles might range a lot, and of course there is the controversial teacup lines, but your standard Yorkshire Terrier is a healthy, confident companion. Fairly unchanged by the show ring or fashions, they are the same active, independent characters now that they were when I was young. In a world of ever evolving dog breeds, the Yorkie is a constant.
