Whether you have already made a Yorkshire Terrier a member of your family, or you are thinking of adding one in the future, you may be interested in learning about some of the distinct personality traits that define this breed. Although you can expect every dog to be unique and different, there are some general traits that seem fairly consistent. Not only are these traits interesting to learn about, they help you feel more in tune with your dog. If your Yorkie does something you don’t understand, or you are wondering how to interact with them at different times, this information may help!
One of the things you notice right away is how intelligent this breed is. Yorkies are always learning and interested in figuring things out, and you can expect to teach them several things they will pick up quick. This means they are easy to train and generally well behaved, making them perfect for new dog owners or people with children at home.
These dogs are much more than simply intelligent. They are also brave, playful, and very affectionate. In general Yorkies love meeting new people and they are happiest when they are receiving attention from you and other members of your family. Yorkies are ideal for large families and should not be left alone for long periods of time, if possible.
While Yorkies are affectionate and well behaved, it is important to keep in mind they are very determined. This means they will do exactly what they have set out to do, unless you give them a reason not to. Yorkies can be easily trained, but you should be aware they won’t give up on something easily, which can be good and bad. As long as you pay attention to your dog and give him or her plenty of reasons to listen to you, you should have no problems.
Some of the other traits and characteristics that define Yorkies are their common sense, spunkiness, and sense of independence. They love to do their own thing while also remaining a valuable part of the family. If you would like to learn more about Yorkies keep checking back with our blog!
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