About the Breed
The diminutive Terrier of Yorkshire is purely an English product, which was evolved about a century ago by artisans of the West Riding. Exactly what ingredients were used is not known, but the Scottish, Old English Broken-haired, Clydesdale and other small Terriers probably had a big say in its make-up. In fact, until about 1870 the breed was often classified as Broken-haired Scottish Terriers. Originally the Yorkshire Terrier was about 12-15 lb, in weight, quite game, and a hardy varmint, but today it is about half that weight, longer and silkier coated, and not so much the ratter and earth-dog but, nevertheless, very game. Some specimens are bred as small as 2-4 lb. With excessively long hair.
Although these terriers are often perceived as a rather ornamental breed, they are bred from sturdy working stock, and will still hunt vermin in the same fashion as their ancestors, should the opportunity present itself.
Since this time, there has been a tendency to select in favour progressively smaller Yorkies, and now the breed must weigh under 7 lb (3.2 kg), for show purposes. However, you may be able to obtain a slightly larger individual that will make a good pet, even if not a show winner, puppies are born black, and their tan markings develop from three months onwards. It is likely to be a year before the dark steel-blue colouration on their backs becomes apparent.
The Yorkshire Terrier is one of the more difficult and time-consuming breeds to exhibit successfully, requiring a great deal of grooming if its long, flowing coat is to show to best effect. This should also be remembered in the case of pet dogs. Naturally friendly, these terriers will live quite happily in an apartment, nor are they out of place in the countryside, where they will find many scents with which to occupy themselves,
Height 7-9 in (17.5-23 cm)
Weight up to 7 lb (3.2 kg)
Coat type/colour Great importance is given to the straight and silky texture of the coat and its colour and length. Colour dark steel-blue and tan, the tan being dark at the roots, paling off to a light shade at the tips.

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