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Yorkshire Terrier Dog Breed

The Yorkshire Terrier competes with the Chihuahua for the title of the world’s smallest dog. He has a very small compact body and a long silky coat. Though developed from terrier bloodlines, this intelligent petite breed is less active and robust than his larger terrier cousins. He is healthy, fearless, and a good watchdog. He is affectionate to his owner, initially shy with strangers, and prefers not to be petted by those he does not know. He needs consistent and patient training along with early socialization to prevent a tendency toward timidity. This breed has been described as a big dog inhabiting a small dog’s body. He can be a barker, a very difficult toy dog to housebreak, and is inclined to dig if left alone in a yard. This dog is sensitive to extremes of temperatures and may need a sweater on cold days.