Buyer question
How long does a Yorkshire Terrier live?
Our Animal Library gives the Yorkshire Terrier a lifespan of 11–15 years.
Source: the Yorkshire Terrier page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Yorkshire Terrier in the Animal Library
The detail
Bred in northern England to catch rats in mills and mines, the Yorkie is now a toy companion that still has a terrier's nerve. Bold, affectionate and portable, it sheds very little but needs grooming and careful handling.
- Best fit
- Adults, apartments
- Temperament
- Bold, affectionate, feisty
What to weigh
Yorkies bark, can be hard to house-train and are fragile around small children. Dental disease is very common, and the coat needs daily brushing unless clipped short.