Yorkshire Terrier is a breed of small sized, published in nineteenth century in England. Defining characters of this race are reduced stature and long hair. If at first Yorkshire Terrier-II were used for hunting rats at the end of this adorable puppy Victorian Era has become a popular pet. Breed name was originally “Broken-haired Scotch terrier”, but in the second half of the XIX century it was changed to “Yorkshire”, after the region where the first specimens were increased.
History
In mid 1800, workers in Scotland have migrated to the north of England and brought with them several species of small terrier them to hunt rats. Few exact data are known about the first copies. It is assumed however that the race came after selective mating terrier-parties brought in Scotland. Over time, Yorkshire Terrier have become increasingly popular and began breeding these dogs to participate in exhibitions profile.
The first specimen was a male star Huddersfiel named Ben; after, the dogs were set much of the current breed standards. Huddersfiel Ben, who died in 1871, was higher than today’s specimens, but by means of selection, at dimensions dog were reduced to current levels. more…