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18 Essential Things to Know Before Getting a Yorkie

#16 Are Yorkie easy to train?

Yorkies are not the easiest breed to train. It's not because they aren't smart; they are quite an intelligent breed. But they tend to be confident, curious, and a bit stubborn—all of which can make training more difficult. Don't worry, though; it's not impossible to train a Yorkie.

#17 How long will a Yorkie live?

The life expectancy of the Yorkshire Terrier is between 13 to 16 years with a median age of 14.5 years. Female Yorkshire Terriers live, on average, 1.5 years longer than males.

#18 The Brit’s measurements don’t even begin to reflect his temperament.

So Yorkshire friends will know he has the heart and courage of a lion. Therefore, he has no fear of contact when it comes to strange dogs, on the contrary: As a real terrier, he can be cheeky. It is hard to believe, but thanks to these qualities, he is also suitable for use as a guard dog.

Mary Allen

Written by Mary Allen

Hello, I'm Mary! I've cared for many pet species including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, fish, and bearded dragons. I also have ten pets of my own currently. I've written many topics in this space including how-tos, informational articles, care guides, breed guides, and more.

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