The Top 5 Reasons We All Need a Yorkie in Our Life

Yorkshire Terriers are among the world’s most recognizable toy breeds. Their small size, bold personality, and fascinating history have earned them generations of devoted fans.

Here is a list of 5 things you probably DIDN'T know about Yorkie puppies!

1. Yorkies are rat killers.

Business owners in Scotland originally bred the dogs to get rid of rats in their places of business.

2. A Yorkie was the first therapy dog.

Smokey was a Yorkshire Terrier that helped soldiers out during World War 2, and toured hospitals where she would cheer up wounded soldiers. Smokey ended up doing a tour in Hollywood, appearing in films and variety shows.

3. A Yorkie was the smallest dog EVER.

Sylvia was a Yorkshire Terrier that weighed only four ounces and was just 2.5 inches tall and 3.5 inches long when she was full grown! Sadly, Sylvia died just after her second birthday — but she lived a great life for such a small doggo.

4. Richard Nixon had a Yorkie in the White House.

Pasha was one of three dogs in the Nixon White House.

5. Yorkies can sneeze backwards!

That's right! Yorkies are prone to something called a "pharyngeal gag reflex," which means they can actually sneeze backwards. This can scare some dog owners, but is actually completely harmless!

Interested in a Yorkie companion? Meet the puppies currently available, then ask about the individual puppy’s personality, parents, current records, and projected adult size.