The Yorkshire Terrier was developed in 19th-century northern England for catching rats in clothing mills, but has since become one of the world's most beloved toy breeds. Behind the silky coat and elegant appearance is a bold, energetic, and sometimes feisty terrier who has no idea of its small size. Yorkies are portable, adaptable, and full of personality — ideal companions for city dwellers who want a big character in a small package.
Seven years with my Yorkie and she remains the most entertaining, engaging, and lovable small dog I've encountered. She adapts to whatever the day brings, always has something to say about it, and ends every evening curled up on my lap with a satisfied sigh. Everything I could want in a companion, i…
Read full review →Yorkshire Terriers have big voices for small dogs and the tendency to use them frequently. Mine went through a barking phase that required consistent training to manage. Early socialisation and clear rules about barking made a huge difference. She's now reliably quiet unless something genuinely warr…
Read full review →My mother adopted a Yorkie at 70 and the transformation has been remarkable. The dog is small and manageable but full of personality and affection. He gets her moving, gives her a routine, and provides constant companionship. They've become inseparable. For older or less active owners who still want…
Read full review →Don't be fooled by the small size — Yorkies are properly intelligent dogs who enjoy learning. Mine has a good repertoire of tricks and responds well to complex commands. She also figured out that acting cute gets her more treats than performing commands and now applies this knowledge strategically. …
Read full review →Yorkies have a reputation for being feisty with other dogs. Mine is social and confident with all sizes because we socialised her extensively as a puppy. Early and varied exposure to other dogs, people, and environments makes an enormous difference to temperament. A well-socialised Yorkie is an abso…
Read full review →Small dog breeds are prone to dental problems and Yorkies are no exception. My vet has been clear that without regular teeth cleaning, small dogs develop serious dental disease quickly. I brush my boy's teeth four times a week and he gets dental chews daily. Factor this into your care routine — it's…
Read full review →My Yorkshire Terrier weighs 2.5kg and acts like he could take on a Great Dane. The confidence and spirit of this breed is astonishing for their size. He's fearless on walks, opinionated about his meals, and expects to be included in everything happening in the household. His personality makes him fe…
Read full review →For city living, the Yorkie is genuinely ideal. Small enough for apartment life, adaptable to urban noise, and perfectly happy with indoor play supplemented by walks. My girl gets two 20-minute walks daily and a good play session and she's completely content. She also travels easily — small enough f…
Read full review →A Yorkshire Terrier in full coat is a genuinely beautiful thing. But that coat requires daily brushing and regular trims unless you keep it in a short puppy cut. Most city owners keep the practical cut. I maintain the long coat and enjoy the daily grooming — it's become a relaxing ritual. Just know …
Read full review →I expected a lap dog. I got an athlete who occasionally sits on my lap. My Yorkie hikes with me, swims in lakes, and tackles terrain that embarrasses dogs five times her size. She's fearless and agile and seems to view her small size as irrelevant. Once I adjusted my expectations I fell completely i…
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