| The Yorkshire Terrier, also known as Yorkie dogs, are | | | | with their owner from time to time. Just ensure the |
| one of the most adorable members of the toy dog | | | | dog's safety by walking on a leash to avoid problems |
| category. They are a mixture of England's finest | | | | with other small animals. |
| terriers, the Clydesdale terrier, English terrier, English | | | | Although they may enjoy going outside to take a walk, |
| black and tan terrier, waterside terrier and the Paisley | | | | they are not meant to live outdoors. Just like any other |
| terrier. | | | | toy dogs, Yorkshire Terriers prefers the |
| This breed of dog derived its name from their place of | | | | companionship and warmth of its family and human |
| origin which is the Yorkshire, England. Yorkie dogs first | | | | contact. If Yorkie dogs really need to be left outside, |
| made their way to America during the late 1800s but it | | | | this should only be done for a short period of time. And |
| was only until the early 1900s that Yorkshire Terrier | | | | just make sure that comfortable and adequate shelter |
| made its exclusive name because there were so | | | | and bedding is provided for them to utilize. |
| many different sizes. It was during this time that most | | | | Yorkshire Terriers grow very long hair but they do not |
| dog enthusiasts prefer smaller sized Yorkshire Terrier. | | | | shed as much as other short-haired breeds do. |
| Though it falls under the category of a toy dog, this | | | | Grooming needs depend on the style of the hair. |
| breed is a bold, confident and courageous animal. Their | | | | Three to four times a week of thorough brushing is |
| behavior towards others vary. Just like other small | | | | what trimmed pets needed while frequent grooming is |
| sized dogs, they are always outgoing, eager for fun | | | | needed for those with untrimmed long hair so that it |
| and adventure but they are sometimes a bit | | | | does not tangle and mat. |
| aggressive and aloof towards other small animals and | | | | The life span of a Yorkshire Terrier is up to 16 years |
| strange canines. That old rough-edged terrier spirit still | | | | provided it is living a healthy lifestyle in a positive |
| lingers on. | | | | environment, with its health minded and caring dog |
| Dogs need plenty of exercise regardless of the breed. | | | | owner. Though there is no major health concern that |
| For Yorkshire Terriers, exercise is not a bother | | | | can affect Yorkie dogs, they are still susceptible to |
| because they stay physically fit by running around the | | | | other minor health issues such as patellar luxation. It is |
| house or small apartment. But this does not mean that | | | | always best to seek out your veterinarian's help and |
| they should stay indoors all the time. Actually, they will | | | | have your Yorkie dogs specifically tested for eye |
| also enjoy and appreciate going out for a brisk walk | | | | problems, knee dysplasia and have a liver ultrasound. |