Yorkie Pictures - Yorkshire Terrier Pictures

The Yorkshire Terrier is a popular toy dog breed that originated in Yorkshire, England in the 1800. The exact origin of these dogs is not known. They are supposed to be a cross between different dog breeds. Although it may sound untrue and weird, it's a fact that early Yorkies were used only for catching rats in mills. Today, they are popular as pets or show-dogs, and the following Yorkshire Terrier pictures will tell you why. They were not introduced in America until 1872 and in 1878, they were registered by the American Kennel Club.

Yorkie Pictures
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I am sure the dog lovers viewing the above pictures of yorkies will definitely want to adopt these cute Yorkie puppies and dogs. Let us read more about Yorkies in detail.

Yorkie Information

Physical Features
Yorkshire Terrier, or the Yorkie, is a small adorable toy dog breed. They have a healthy lifespan of nearly 15 years or even more. Yorkies stand 6-7 inches high and weigh approximately 7 pounds. The eyes of the Yorkie are usually bright and the nose is always black. The ears are erect or V shaped. But the most prominent physical feature of the Yorkie is its coat of hair that covers nearly its entire body. The above Yorkshire terrier pictures will be helpful in understanding the physical features of Yorkies .

A Yorkie cannot be mistaken as it has an unique shiny and silky coat (see Yorkie pictures). The hair of the Yorkie is soft to touch, straight and grows constantly. Black or tan is the common color of the Yorkie coat, but you may also find them in off-white, blue, gold or light brown colors. Yorkie puppies always have darker hair that change its color later. It takes more than 2-3 years for the color of the coat to reach its final tint. Most of the times the hair on the back are seen to be parted. The hair on the head of the Yorkie are also found to be tied with a band or a bow.

Temperament
Yorkies are extremely loyal and lovable pets. They are also well known for their intelligence. Yorkies make excellent pets as they are fond of people, especially children. They love to be petted and enjoy being with people. Although smaller in size, Yorkies make good watch dogs because of their ability to protect their belongings. As Yorkies are a breed of Terrier, they have hunting abilities. They do not shed hair, but regular grooming like combing the hair is necessary. Yorkies that are used as show dogs require hours of combing. Dental hygiene is also essential for Yorkies.

Yorkies love activity and exercise hence it is important to take them for walks or play with them. Yorkies are also easier to train as they have natural intelligence. But it is very important to train them in early age for they are even susceptible to certain bad habits. Younger children should be specially taught to carry and handle Yorkies properly. They can adjust to the new environment and surroundings quickly. Yorkies are also vulnerable to some health problems like hypoglycemia, digestive problems or vertebral problems.

Breeds of Yorkies

Teacup Yorkies: It is a popular misconception that Teacup Yorkshire Terrier is a different breed of dogs. It is only a term for smaller or miniature Yorkies. They are extremely tiny, weigh maximum upto 5 pounds and can fit into a teacup or a purse. They are lovable pets but also require a lot of attention. Due to their smaller physique, they have serious health and behavior problems. Read more on Teacup Yorkies - Information on Teacup Yorkshire Terrier. See if the above teacup Yorkie pictures can inspire you to adopt one.

Yorkie Poo: A Yorkie Poo is a mixed breed between a Yorkie Terrier and a Poodle. They are very small, weigh 6-12 pounds, and are found in black, tan, silver or even white color. They are protective, friendly and wonderful pets. Yorkie poo puppies are very cute, happy and playful mates. Read to know more on Yorkshire Terriers or the Yorkies.

Yorkies are mixed with several different breeds like Bichon Yorkie (Bichon Frise with Yorkie) or Yorkie Shih tzu (Yorkie with Shih tzu), and many more. Yorkshire Terrier or the Yorkies are also excellent show dogs or watch dogs. Due to their affectionate and socializing nature, Yorkies make ideal pets for the family. You will definitely wish to get a Yorkie home after reading this and viewing above pictures of Yorkshire Terriers.