14 Facts You Probably Didn’t Know About Yorkshire Terriers

by Anna Troyan

If you love food, the first thing you think of when you hear the word “Yorkshire” is probably pudding. But if you’re a lover of all-things-puppies, the first thing that pops into your mind is, without a doubt, the Yorkshire Terrier.

#1 Also Known As…

Yorkie. “The cutest little werewolf you’ve ever seen!”

#2 Yorkshire Terriers are tiny little dogs

Typically, they only reach a height of between 7 and 8 inches.

#3 They can’t support a lot of extra weight

The ideal weight range for a Yorkshire Terrier is about 7 lbs.

#4 Yorkies are extremely intelligent, curious, and eager to please

It makes them the perfect candidates for training.

#5 They don’t need a ton of space

If your living space is on the smaller side, no problem! A Yorkie will have no problem making themselves at home in smaller quarters.

#6 Yorkies have an average lifespan of between 11 and 15 years