This toy sized, elegant, and colorful breed, is famed for their long silky coat, which is often cut short. They are very loving, devoted and affectionate with their owners. Fun and feisty natured, they are nevertheless wonderful companions for older people, as well as fantastic family dogs, being playful with kids. They are suited perfectly to apartment life.
Yorkies are fairly easy to train, and quick to learn, but they do have small bladders and take time to potty train. The Yorkie is spirited, has a good hunting instinct, and loves to explore, so lots of play and a couple of 30 minute walks are ideal each day. They have extensive grooming needs and require regular brushing, especially if that coat is long, and will need to be frequently bathed. A typical lifespan is 12-15 years.
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