Toy Group
Yorkshire Terrier
Champion Pedigree
Bold
Glossy Coat
Terrier
Bred by working-class weavers in 19th-century Yorkshire to catch rats in mills and mines, the Yorkshire Terrier has since become one of the most popular toy breeds in the world. Beneath its long, silky coat is a bold, feisty terrier temperament that belies its tiny frame.
Lifespan
13–16 years.
Did You Know?
Yorkshire Terriers were originally a working-class ratting dog and only later became fashionable among Victorian high society.
Breed Traits
Size
7–8 in. tall, up to 7 lbs.
Energy Level
Moderate — playful and alert despite its small size.
Coat & Grooming
Long, silky, low-shedding coat; requires daily brushing or a shorter maintenance clip.
Good With Families
Devoted and bold; best with gentle handling given its small size and terrier spunk.
Registry Record
Also Known As
Yorkie
Origin
Yorkshire, England, 19th century.
Typical Litter Size
3 to 5 puppies.
Club Recognitions
AKC, FCI, KC (UK), CKC
Disposition
Bold, confident, and feisty; often unaware of its small size, retaining a true terrier’s spirit.
Coat Colors
Blue and tan, the breed’s signature coloring.
Working Roles
Historically a ratting dog in textile mills; today primarily a companion breed.
Health & Wellness
Generally long-lived, though luxating patellas, dental crowding, and a collapsing windpipe condition are worth screening for.
Notable Yorkshire Terriers
Smoky
A Yorkshire Terrier credited as a celebrated therapy and war dog during World War II.
Registry Champions
One of the most popular toy breeds in national registries today.
Victorian High Society
Became a fashionable lapdog among the Victorian upper class after its working-class origins.
Yorkshire Terrier Gifts
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