
Typical Size
Small
Weight Range
7 - 7 lbs
Life Expectancy
11-15 years
Appearance: Compact, toy-size terrier (under 7 lbs). Crowning glory is floor-length, silky coat of steel blue and rich golden tan. Often called Yorkie.
Traits & Characteristics: Beneath dainty, glossy coat beats heart of feisty, old-time terrier. Earned living as ratters in mines/mills before becoming lapdogs. Tenacious, feisty, brave, sometimes bossy (true terrier traits). Pack big-town attitude in small package (favorites of urbanites). Long-lived, hypoallergenic, fine little watchdogs. True personality breed: years of laughs, love, close companionship.
Colors: Black & Gold, Black & Tan, Blue & Gold, Blue & Tan
Origins: Yorkshire, England.
A scientific yet warm breakdown of human-canine compatibility and natural instincts.
Social
Gentle
Open
Playmate
Vigor
Interactivity
Eager
Smart
Vocal
Guardian
Care
Hair
Individual dogs may vary from breed characteristics. These ratings represent general breed tendencies based on typical traits.