The yorkshire terrier made its first appearance in England in Yorkshire, the new breed is called according to this country.
The breeders interbed a few varrious types of terrier and selected the smallest individuals, the dogs was gradually
miniaturized over the years. At first, people applied the yorkshire terrier for catching mice and rats and successively
they became pet. During the second half of 20th century, the yorkshire terrier quickly spred all over the world. They were
made into a fashion dog.
Description of physical appearance: they should heigh 20-24 cm, the weight between 1,8 až 3,1 kg.
The yorkshire terrier is long-haired whose blue and tan coat is parted on the face and from the base of the skull
to the end of the tail and hangs evenly and quite straight down each side of body. The body is neat, compact and
well proportioned. Head is small and rather flat on top, the skull not too prominent or round, the muzzle not too
long. Either scissors bite or level bite is acceptable. The nose is black. Eyes are medium in size and not too
prominent; dark in color and sparkling with a sharp, intelligent expression. Eye rims are dark. Ears are small,
V-shaped, carried erect and set not too far apart.
Body is well proportioned and very compact. The back is rather short, the back line level, with height at shoulder
the same as at the rump. Forelegs should be straight, elbows neither in nor out. Hind legs straight when viewed from
behind, but stifles are moderately bent when viewed from the sides. Feet are round with black toenails. Tail is long
and carried higher than the level of the back. Hair is glossy, fine and silky in texture. Coat on the body is moderately
long and perfectly straight, not wavy. Hair on muzzle is very long. Hair on tail is a darker blue, especially at the
end of tail.
The yorkshire terrier seems oblivious of its small size. It is ever eager for adventure and trouble. This little dog is
highly energetic, brave, loyal and clever. It can be aggressive to strange dogs and small animals. In other words, it has
true terrier heritage. Yorkies are easy to train, although they can sometimes be stubborn. The breed is demanding and
dependant and needs a lot of human attention. The yorkie is an excellent watchdog, defending its territory in no uncertain
manner. They can get snappish if surprised, frightened or over-teased, but are usually very sweet and loving. These little
dogs should not be over-protected, for they may become neurotic. The yorkie likes to bark.