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Dog
Yorkshire Terrier
Toy / Terrier
Origin: England
Life Span: 11–15 yrs
Size
Toy
Grooming
High
Drooling
Low
Quick Facts
Size
Toy
Height
Male: 18–23
Female: 18–23
Female: 18–23
Weight
Male: Up to 3.2
Female: Up to 3.2
Female: Up to 3.2
Life Span
11–15 yrs
Coat
Long, silky single coat
Colours
Blue & Tan, Black & Tan, Gold
About the Breed
Small, lively and confident, the Yorkshire Terrier can adapt well to indoor living while needing regular grooming and interaction.
Care & Lifestyle
Grooming
HighDaily brushing for long coats; bathing, trimming, ears, nails and teeth
Exercise & Activity
20–40 min/day
Climate
Warm to ModerateRecommended: 15–28°C
Ideal Pet Parent
Apartment parents, attentive first-time owners