More About The Breed

Yorkies are loving and trainable. Yorkies have the propensity to bark and starting from a young age to accustom to a large variety of people, noises, and experiences will yield the most well-adjusted adults. Make training a great experience for both of you by using treats and positive reinforcement. 

Yorkshire Terriers have large personalities that contrast their stature. They are very happy in any space as long as they are with their owner. As a toy breed, Yorkshire Terriers are wonderful for apartments or small homes. They do need moderate amounts of exercise in order to stay calm and keep your home looking neat and tidy.

A Yorkshire Terrier is a good fit training-wise for a new or first-time owner. Yorkies are fairly easy to train and will be patient with their owner. Be sure to use positive reinforcement with them because they are sensitive and can become stubborn easily. For the best results, you should train your pup with the help of a local trainer. In doing so, you will have more confidence and knowledge and bond better with your dog during training sessions.

Many people find that the Yorkshire Terrier’s coat is very similar to human hair. If it is kept long, it will need daily brushing. Along with brushing, weekly baths will keep their coat shiny. Keep their nails trimmed monthly and their ears clean and dry. Because of their toy size, their teeth are prone to decay, so daily brushing is important. 

Yorkies need moderate daily exercise, both physical and mental, to be happy and healthy. They love a nice walk almost as much and they will enjoy snuggling on the couch afterward. Despite their small size, Yorkies excel at canine sports and obedience competitions. 

These toy Terriers stay small. Even as adults, they only stand 8 to 9 inches at the shoulder, weighing 4 to 6 pounds.

A Yorkshire Terrier generally lives for 13 to 16 years.