Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie) Add caption Yorkshire terrier is the small breed dog originated from Youkshire (England) in 19th Century. It has been a part of group of other breed Australian Silky Terrier. Life Span: Terriers usually have a life span of 11 to 15 years. And it also depends on the amount of love and care you give them. Colour: Black and Tan, Black and Gold, Blue and Gold, Blue and Tan (very rare) Coat: Their hair resembles like humans hair. Beautiful long and silky coat. They have a unique hair as compare of other cannies. And it makes very good choice for people who have fur allergies. If you are planning to keep their hair long it will need brushing daily. And keep their hair away from their eyes by cutting it short or tie a knot up. Eyes: According to AKC a yorkie must have a black, brown or hazel eyes. In very condition they will have blue or green eyes. They are more prone to get eye infections. Clean the corner of their eye with cott