The mischievous and lovable Yorkshire terrier
Yorkshire Terriers may be small in size, but they are big on character. In fact, most Yorkies seem to have forgotten their small size and are just as energetic and fun-loving as many larger dog breeds. They absolutely love attention and affection, but they also have a more stubborn and brave side to their personality. For a small dog, Yorkshire Terriers are incredibly inquisitive and are always up for a new adventure and maybe even some mischief along the way!
Most people who own a terrier will find that they are a much-loved, devoted companion and even quite useful as a small guard dog. The history of these small dogs dates back only 100 years, when Yorkies were bred in England to catch rats in the mines. They were also used as successful hunting dogs and due to their size were often sent to dig underground for badgers and foxes.
These days, the recognizable Yorkie we all know and love is somewhat smaller than the original breed and is considered by some to be more of a fashion accessory than a hunting animal. Today’s Yorkshire terrier is a softer, calmer animal that loves to be pampered by its caring owner, but still enjoys regular activity and will also be a terrier at heart.
The Yorkshire Terrier is an incredibly popular breed and most people can recognize this type of dog at first glance. Because the dog is so small in size and light, it is considered to belong to the Toy breed group rather than the more obvious Terrier class. However, it’s not just the size of the Yorkshire Terrier that puts it here; the animal also possesses many of the characteristics associated with the toy category, such as alertness, intelligence, a passion for activity, and an inquisitive nature.
The Yorkshire Terrier is an incredibly sociable breed, making it an ideal companion. They are not shy and can be quite bold and fearless at times. They love to play with dog toys and will be entertained for a long time. This breed can also be very affectionate yet protective of their family and will not hesitate to bark if they feel danger is approaching. These characteristics make these terriers the ideal candidate for guard dogs. If you are considering getting a Yorkshire Terrier, you should be aware that while it is good that they are effective guard dogs, barking can become annoying. Yorkshire Terriers will bark a lot, so if that’s something you don’t like, you might want to reconsider your choice.
As for children and Yorkshire terriers, they get along well, but the relationship will work better if the dog and the child grow up together. By nature, Yorkshire terriers are quite tolerant of children, it is important to supervise the play and make sure that the child knows how to play with the dog in a way that will not cause him to become aggressive. The child must understand how to play with the dog properly and not abuse or tease the dog, even if he does so unintentionally. Yorkshire terriers can snap at a child if misbehaved.
This breed does not get along well with animals unless they have grown up together, so be careful when introducing them. You will need to socialize the animals well to get them used together. In general, Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with cats or any rodents. It is part of the terrier’s instinct to hunt animals like this, and it is not easy to get rid of this attitude.
When it comes to training, most Yorkshire terriers will learn quite quickly as they are quite intelligent creatures. Although the terrier is small, it still needs plenty of exercise to stay happy. A 15-minute walk a day should be enough. However, if you’re not able to do this every day, you’ll find that your pet will find ways to keep him active indoors, so make sure he has plenty of dog chews and dog toys so he can to last the day if you have to leave it alone.
As a rule, Yorkshire terriers do not shed, but they need regular grooming and trimming. Their hair needs to be brushed regularly or it will get matted.
As a breed, Yorkshire Terriers make great companions and will provide you with lots of love and affection if you choose them as your new pet!
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