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Care profile

Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier

Alert, intelligent and spirited; a small body retains unmistakable terrier courage.

Origin
GREAT BRITAIN
Breed group
Terriers
Size
Small
Coat
Adults have long straight silky hair, steel-blue body and rich tan head, chest and legs; puppy colour changes with maturity.

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WOOFMAP · CANINE ARCHIVENO. 086
Yorkshire Terrier · AI-generated realistic breed image, for visual reference.

Terriers

Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier

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01Origin and history

A terrier developed in industrial Yorkshire, Britain, associated with early ratting work before becoming a companion and show dog.

02Appearance and identification

Adults have long straight silky hair, steel-blue body and rich tan head, chest and legs; puppy colour changes with maturity.

03Temperament and companionship

Alert, intelligent and spirited; a small body retains unmistakable terrier courage.

04Everyday care

Brush long hair daily and clean around the eyes, or choose an easier short trim; prioritise dental care and offer short walks and play.

Common questions

How can the build and standard be identified?

Small and compact with a level back; long hair parts along the midline from nose to tail.

What should daily care prioritise?

Brush long hair daily and clean around the eyes, or choose an easier short trim; prioritise dental care and offer short walks and play.

SOURCE NOTES

Sources

FCI · Read the official standard ↗Definitively recognizedSource checked
FCI · Read the official standard ↗Definitively recognizedSource checked
AKC · Read the official standard ↗Definitively recognizedSource checked

Coat and size varieties can share a standard. The number is an archive reference, not a rarity score. An independent educational atlas, not a registry publication. Temperament varies; consult a veterinarian about health concerns.

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