The Yorkshire terrier is a small dog breed of the terrier type that was developed in the 1800s in the historical area of Yorkshire, England. The defining features of the Yorkshire terrier dog are its less than 7 pounds weight, small size, and its silky blue and tan coat. The breed is nicknamed Yorkie and is placed in the Toy Terrier section of the Terrier Group by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale and in the Toy Group or Companion Group by other kennel clubs, although all agree that the breed is a terrier. A winning showdog and a popular companion dog, the Yorkshire terrier has also been part of the development of other breeds, such as the Australian Silky Terrier.
A number of health issues for Yorkshire Terriers have been found in individual Yorkshire terrier dog, and are listed below. There is no data on the percentage of dogs with these ailments, and it is not proven that all Yorkshire terriers have all of these ailments, or that any particular dog has any of these ailments. Is it advised for puppy buyers to ask breeders if tests have been done for these diseases.
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