12 happy and hairy facts on the Yorkie

Yorkshire terriers take part in the 17th International dog exhibition in Prague, Czech Republic, Sunday, May 3, 2009. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

Small, sweet and affectionate, it’s easy to see why the Yorkshire Terrier is such a popular dog breed.

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Despite the names, Yorkies actually originate from Scotland (although they were bred in northern England). In their early days, they were best known for their ability to capture rats.

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Nowadays, Yorkies are more likely to serve as pets and show dogs than rat killers.

Here are 12 fun facts on the ever-adorable Yorkie.

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