Comparison: English Toy Terrier (Black and Tan) and Yorkshire Terrier

English Toy Terrier (Black and Tan) and Yorkshire Terrier are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

	English Toy Terrier (Black and Tan)	Yorkshire Terrier
FCI group	3. Terriers	3. Terriers
Country of origin	United Kingdom	United Kingdom
Category	Small	Very small (toy)
Height at withers	25–30 cm	18–23 cm
Weight	2.7–3.6 kg	2–3.2 kg
Life span	–	13–16 years
Recognition features	Black with sharply defined rich tan Candle-flame ears set high on the skull Sleek, elegant, short glossy coat	Long silky steel-blue coat with tan points Weighs up to 3.2 kg, erect V-shaped ears Straight coat parted along the back
Coat	Thick, close and glossy; black with deep chestnut tan, colours meeting abruptly with clearly defined lines.	Long, silky, straight coat, steel blue with golden tan.
Purpose	Toy dog with terrier characteristics; a miniature companion that is alert and playful.	Originated in 19th-century Yorkshire as a ratter in textile mills; later a fashionable lap dog.

Breed page: English Toy Terrier (Black and Tan) · Breed page: Yorkshire Terrier

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.