Height: 6 - 9 inches
Weight: 3 - 7 lbs.Colors: Dark steel blue from back of head to root
of their tail. Face, chest and feet are bright tan.
Coat: Glossy, fine
and silky.
Temperament: Spirited
with even disposition. Intelligent, confident, affectionate, lively, brave and spirited.
With Children: Yes,
does best with an only child and no roughhousing or hectic activity.
With Pets: Yes,
he should be even tempered and co-exist peacefully with other breeds.
Watch-dog:
Very High
Guard-dog: Low
Activity: Very
High
Living Environment: Apartment,
house, urban or rural living.
Life-Span: 12 -15 years
Litter size: 2 - 3 years
Country of origin: Great Britain
History: The Yorkie became a fashionable pet in the late Victorian era in Yorkshire,
England. It is said that he was bred from the Manchester Terrier, Skye Terrier,
Maltese, Paisley and Clydesdale Terrier. He made his appearance in the United States
in the early 1870's and today has become one of the most popular toy breeds. |
