04/03/2022
All Yorkshire terriers are born with smooth, black coats with small tan points. As the dog matures, his coat turns the characteristic dark, steel blue and tan of the breed. Some Yorkies remain black even in adulthood. Others can become very light and silvery colored. These would be considered faults in show, but your dog’s color will have no bearing on his suitability as a pet and companion.
If you want to show your pup, they’ll need to stick with their long, natural coat. Their natural coat is so long that it falls to the floor, and the hair on their head needs to be tied up for them to see. It is silky soft and shiny, and they are regularly mistaken for the larger Silky Terrier. But for many family Yorkies, owners opt for a shorter, teddy bear coat that is easier to manage.
Yorkies do not have a fluffy undercoat to keep them warm as they are a single-coated breed. That means you’ll need to provide your pet with a jumper or coat during the winter months when you go out for walks. Needless to say, a Yorkie will not do well if kept outside in the cold.
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