Yorkshire Terrier
Yorkšírský terier
Key facts
| FCI group | 3. Terriers |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Category | Very small (toy) |
| Height at withers | 18–23 cm |
| Weight | 2–3.2 kg |
| Life span | 13–16 years |
Recognition features
- Long silky steel-blue coat with tan points
- Weighs up to 3.2 kg, erect V-shaped ears
- Straight coat parted along the back
Purpose
Originated in 19th-century Yorkshire as a ratter in textile mills; later a fashionable lap dog.
History
Developed in 19th-century Yorkshire and Lancashire among mill workers. The Kennel Club recognised the breed in 1886.
Coat
Long, silky, straight coat, steel blue with golden tan.
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