Yorkshire Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Breed Group
Toy Group
Personality
Affectionate, sprightly, tomboyish, active, energetic
Fun Fact
Yorkshire Terrier are often called "Yorkies". In World War II, a Yorkie named Smoky is credited with saving the lives of soldiers by dragging a communications cable through an 8-inch-wide, 60-foot-long drainage culvert.
Average Height
7-8 Inches
Average Weight
5-7 Pounds
Life Span
11-15 Years
Grooming Tips
- Considered non-shedding.
- Brushing required weekly otherwise prone to knots, tangles, and matting.
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