Yorkshire terrier General Info:
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Name: Yorkshire Terrier
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Height: 6-9 inches
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Weight: 3-7 pounds
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Color: Dark steel blue from back of head to root of their tail. Face, chest and feet are bright tan.
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Coat: Glossy, fine and silky.
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Personality: Yorkshire Terriers are intelligent, confident, affectionate, lively, brave and spirited.
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With Children: Yes, does best with an only child and no roughhousing or hectic activity.
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With Animals: Yes, they should be even tempered and co-exist peacefully with other breeds.
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Special Skills: Rat catcher and family pet.
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Watch-dog: Very High.
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Guard-dog: Low.
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Care and Training: Frequently daily brushing will keep the coat in beautiful condition. Yorkshire Terriers do best when some type of exercise is given, though it need not be special. A romp through an apartment or house will suffice.
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Learning Rate: High, easily trained but be careful not to spoil.
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Health Issues: Liver Shunt, Collapsing Treacheal, Patella Luxation.
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Life Span: 12 - 15 years
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Litter Size: 2 - 3