| Although the Teacup Yorkie isn't considered to be a | | | | Teacup Yorkies are charming and intelligent. However, |
| breed of its own, this hasn't stopped them from | | | | because of their sharp minds, they can get bored very |
| capturing the hearts of thousands of American dog | | | | quickly. While they may not need a lot of room to run, |
| lovers. Small, energetic and personable, the Teacup | | | | frequent walks and a wide variety of toys and |
| Yorkie is one of the most sought after of all the | | | | distractions are a necessity to keep them occupied. |
| Yorkshire Terrier types. | | | | They tend to be very easy to train, as they pick up |
| They were originally bred in Yorkshire, England to clear | | | | commands very quickly, and have even been shown |
| mines and factories of rats during the mid-nineteenth | | | | to recognize and retrieve different toys by name. |
| century, and were brought over to America in 1872. In | | | | Despite this high level of intelligence, though, they are |
| 1878, the American Kennel Club accepted the | | | | known to be very difficult to housetrain. |
| Yorkshire Terrier as one of the first twenty-five | | | | Whether you live a Hollywood mansion or a small New |
| breeds eligible for registration. The popularity of the | | | | York apartment, Teacup Yorkies make wonderful |
| breed has steadily climbed ever since, and is now the | | | | pets. Bold, protective, loving and loyal, they provide |
| second most popular breed in the United States. | | | | outstanding companionship for any dog lover. Their |
| Despite their small size, the Teacup Yorkie is | | | | small size makes it easy for them to fit in to any size |
| characterized by its high energy level, exceptional | | | | household, and their good-natured disposition makes it |
| intelligence and plucky attitude. Like many small dogs, | | | | easy for them to adjust to families with several |
| they seem unaware that they are smaller than most | | | | animals already in residence. Although they're not |
| other things around them, and as a result are quick to | | | | recommended for homes with small children, they |
| challenge bigger opponents without hesitation. That | | | | should get along fine with children who are older. They |
| being said, they do get along well with other animals. | | | | even make great traveling companions when it comes |
| They simply want to make sure everyone knows they | | | | time to take a family vacation. |
| are the head of the pack. | | | | Researching the breed before you buy is |
| Independent and loyal, Teacup Yorkies share the | | | | recommended. Once you decide that you'd like to own |
| same personality as all Yorkshire Terrier types. While | | | | one, a quick search on the Internet will provide |
| they can often be found snoozing in a warm lap, they | | | | hundreds of websites dedicated to providing Yorkshire |
| also like to sleep in privacy, often finding a corner or | | | | Terrier information to prospective owners. You'll also |
| isolated place in which to doze off. | | | | find lists of reputable breeders and signs of illness to |
| They can be fiercely protective of their families, and | | | | look for when you go to select your puppy. By arming |
| are known to be rather territorial, at times defending | | | | yourself beforehand with the facts and health issues |
| their owners from a much larger opponent. Teacup | | | | that Teacup Yorkies are prone to, you'll ensure that |
| Yorkies are also extremely alert and will bark at the | | | | you're getting a healthy, happy puppy. |
| slightest possibility of an intruder. | | | | |