Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier is a small but brave and energetic toy breed developed in 19th-century Yorkshire, England. Despite its tiny size, the Yorkie has a big-dog personality: bold, curious, and deeply devoted to its family. The breed adapts exceptionally well to apartment living and is consistently ranked among the most popular breeds worldwide.
Gewicht
1–3 kg
Widerristhöhe
18–23 cm
Lebenserwartung
12–16 Jahre
Größe
sehr klein
Aktivität
moderate
Haaren
niedrig
Bellfreudigkeit
hoch
Wohnungstauglich
Excellent apartment dog: small size, moderate exercise needs, and minimal shedding make the Yorkie an ideal urban companion; tendency to bark should be managed through early socialization and training
Pflege
Daily brushing of long coat or trimming every 6–8 weeks; daily teeth brushing to prevent dental disease; moderate walks twice daily; needs a sweater or jacket in cold weather due to lack of undercoat
Gesundheit
Patellar luxation, tracheal collapse, Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease, portacaval (liver) shunt, hypoglycemia, dental disease, progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Fell
Long, straight, silky coat without undercoat
Reisen
Yorkies typically meet cabin carry-on requirements (combined pet + carrier weight usually under 5–8 kg depending on airline); acclimate the dog to the carrier in advance; watch for signs of hypoglycemia during travel and carry a high-calorie supplement; dress the dog in cold weather
Transportbox-Größe
XS or S carrier: internal length approx. 40–45 cm, height approx. 28–30 cm; a soft-sided carrier bag is suitable for most airlines
Geschirrgröße
Harness size XXS or XS; typical chest girth 28–38 cm — H-style or vest harness recommended to protect the delicate trachea
Leine
Lightweight leash 1.2–1.5 m or retractable with lock; collar not recommended due to tracheal collapse risk — always attach to a harness
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