Yorkies  are intelligent, confident, affectionate, lively, brave and spirited.    Claiming Great Britain as the country of their origin, Yorkies became a fashionable pet in the late Victorian era in Yorkshire, England.   It is said that they were bred from the Manchester Terrier, Skye Terrier, Maltese, Paisley and Clydesdale Terrier. Yorkshire Terriers made their appearance in the United States in the early 1870s and today have become one of the most popular toy breeds.
 

Puppies are born black and tan and are normally darker in body color until they mature.  Adult Yorkies will be dark steel blue from the back of the head to the root of their tail.  The face, chest and feet will be bright tan.  The coat is glossy, fine and silky.  Height can be from 6 to 9 inches, with a weight of 3 - 7 pounds.

They are good with children, and should be even-tempered and co-exist peacefully with other pets in the home.  They make excellent guard dogs and are rat catchers!

Yorkies should have frequently daily brushing to keep their coat in beautiful condition. They do best when some type of exercise is given, though it need not be special. A romp through an apartment or house will suffice. Extra care must be taken in cold or bad weather.

Watch for eye irritations and premature dental diseases.   Life span is 12 - 15 years.  Litter sizes range from 2 -3 pups.