Originally bred in the mid-19th century Yorkshire, England to catch
rats, the Yorkshire Terrier was first introduced to Americans in 1872.
In 1878, it was one of the first breeds to be acknowledged by the
American Kennel Club as eligible for registration. Since then, these
cute little pups have warmed our hearts and our homes, earning a spot
as the second most popular breed in the United States. Like all the
Yorkshire Terrier types, the Teacup Yorkie is bright, energetic, and a
favorite of dog lovers everywhere.
They were originally bred in Yorkshire, England to clear mines and
factories of rats during the mid-nineteenth century, and were brought
over to America in 1872. In 1878, the American Kennel Club accepted the
Yorkshire Terrier as one of the first twenty-five breeds eligible for
registration. The popularity of the breed has steadily climbed ever
since, and is now the second most popular breed in the United States.
All Yorkshire Terrier types are known for being very independent, and
the Teacup Yorkie is no exception. They can, at times, be territorial
and do like to have their space. That being said, they’re equally happy
lying at their owner’s feet or in warm lap.
Their keen sense of hearing makes them excellent watchdogs, as they
will alert the household of the slightest sound. This means that they
can be a bit noisy, and this needs to be taken into consideration if
you have close neighbors. Teacup Yorkies are also loyal to a fault, and
are generally very protective of those that care for them.
Charming and intelligent, the Teacup Yorkie is extremely quick to pick
up new commands and learn new tricks from their owner. Their small size
makes them ideal for apartment living, but their quick minds means that
they can bored quickly, so it is necessary to provide them with several
toys and distractions to keep them occupied. Because of these traits,
Teacup Yorkies do exceptionally well in competitive sports, as they
have no problems understanding and carrying out their handler’s
commands.
Whether you live a Hollywood mansion or a small New York apartment,
Teacup Yorkies make wonderful pets. Bold, protective, loving and loyal,
they provide outstanding companionship for any dog lover. Their small
size makes it easy for them to fit in to any size household, and their
good-natured disposition makes it easy for them to adjust to families
with several animals already in residence.
All in all, Yorkshire Terrier types of all kinds make good household
pets for families with older children. With its lively, energetic
personality and generally sweet disposition, the Teacup Yorkie fits in
well in any home. Usually not weighing more than seven pounds, their
small size makes them easy to carry and take on trips. And since they
get on well with other animals, they will adjust well to multi-animal
homes, or families with older, responsible children.
If you’re considering purchasing a Teacup Yorkie, be sure to read up on
the breed. There are plenty of sites offering Yorkshire Terrier
information that will help you in selecting a healthy puppy. Like all
Yorkshire Terrier types, Teacup Yorkies can suffer from several health
problems that are common to the breed, but researching both prospective
breeders and knowing what signs to look for can help to ensure that
you’re adding a healthy, happy pup to your family.
