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Yorkshire Terriers were originally bred to hunt rats and other small pests.
- TRUE
- FALSE
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According to the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren, where does the Yorkie rank in working/obedience intelligence?
- 16
- 27
- 34
- 51
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Just how intelligent is the Yorkshire Terrier? According to Professor Stanley Coren's landmark book, The Intelligence of Dogs, the Yorkie ranks 27th out of more than 130 breeds in working and obedience intelligence. To put that number into practical terms: a Yorkshire Terrier will typically learn a new command after just 15 to 25 repetitions. That places them in the above average category of canine intelligence. </div>
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As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average running speed of Yorkshire terriers?
- 16 mph
- 11.2 mph
- 14.18 mph
- 19 mph
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The AKC Conducts Dog Racing Trials each December in Orlando, FL. called the Fast CAT Invitational. This is a 100 yard race where dogs run individually chasing a lure. The average speed for Yorkshire Terriers was about 16 mph. The fastest recorded speed was by a female Yorkie named Queen Of Cleptomania at 21.19 mph! </div>
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Where did the Yorkshire Terrier rank (124 dog breeds) in separation anxiety and attention-seeking behaviors, according to the C-BARQ study?
- 15th for separation anxiety and 9th for attention-seeking
- 9th for separation anxiety and 15th for attention-seeking
- 20th for both separation anxiety and attention-seeking
- 124th for both separation anxiety and attention-seeking
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the C-BARQ study from the University of Pennsylvania—which analyzed over 300 dog breeds and more than 60,000 individual dogs—the Yorkshire Terrier ranked 9th out of 124 breeds for separation anxiety and 15th for attention-seeking behaviors. That's very high in both categories! What this means in everyday life: Yorkies are prone to jealousy when their owners focus on other people or dogs, and they're very susceptible to separation-related issues. When left alone too long, a Yorkie may engage in destructive chewing, lose their appetite, or show other signs of distress. For this reason, they do best in homes where someone is around much of the day. </div>
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When two purebred Yorkshire Terriers carrying a recessive piebald gene are bred together, they can produce puppies with distinctive white, black, and tan markings—which became the foundation of a different breed entirely. What is this breed called?
- Silky Terrier
- Biewer Terrier
- Australian Terrier
- Maltese Terrier
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The Biewer Terrier originated in Germany almost by accident. It all started with a recessive piebald gene—a gene not normally found in purebred Yorkies. When two purebred Yorkshire Terriers carrying this hidden gene were bred together, they produced puppies with distinctive white, black, and tan markings. Those puppies became the foundation of the Biewer Terrier breed. So while the Biewer traces back to Yorkie parents, it has earned its own identity as a separate, distinct breed. </div>
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Which of the following is the only accepted adult coat color combination allowed to compete in AKC shows without disqualification?
- Blue and Tan
- Blue and Gold
- Black and Tan
- Black and Gold
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Not every Yorkie meets the official show standard. According to the AKC, the only accepted coat colors for purebred Yorkshire Terriers are blue and tan—and even those have strict rules. Blue must be a dark steel-blue, not silver-blue, and not mixed with fawn, bronzy, or black hairs. Tan hair must be darker at the roots, lighter in the middle, and lightest at the tips, with no sooty or black hair mixed in. So while you may see Yorkies in gold, black, or other colors, only those matching the blue-and-tan standard can compete in AKC conformation events. </div>
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In genetic research on modern dog breed development, the Yorkie has shown the most common DNA with an ancestor of which of the following breeds?
- Cairn Terrier
- Silky Terrier
- Border Terrier
- West Highland White Terrier
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In landmark research on modern dog breed development, the Yorkshire Terrier has been shown to share the most DNA with an ancestor of the following breeds: Silky Terrier Norfolk Terrier Australian Terrier </div>
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Which dog is said to be the foundation of the Yorkshire Terrier dog breed?
- Horand von Grafrath
- Huddersfield Ben
- Lobo
- Chaser
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Huddersfield Ben is widely considered the foundation sire of the modern Yorkshire Terrier. He was the most sought-after stud dog in England during his lifetime, excelling in both the show ring and the ratting pit—winning over 70 dog shows and countless ratter competitions. Breeders loved him because he had everything they wanted: a perfect coat, compact size, and fearless spirit. He fathered many puppies and passed those traits down, shaping the breed as we know it today. Tragically, Ben's life was cut short at just six years old when he was run over by a carriage. Despite his short life, his impact on the breed was enormous. </div>
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Where did the Yorkshire Terrier rank in excitability out of 124 breeds, according to the C-BARQ study?
- 38
- 13
- 4
- 27
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the same C-BARQ study from the University of Pennsylvania, the Yorkshire Terrier ranked 38th out of 124 breeds in excitability. That's a moderately high ranking—meaning Yorkies aren't the most hyper breed out there, but they do tend to become noticeably excited when something stimulating happens. Common triggers include the doorbell ringing, getting ready for a walk or car ride, and visitors arriving at the house. So expect your Yorkie to get a little worked up during exciting moments—but they're not quite as amped-up as breeds ranked closer to the top! </div>
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Which of the following is the leading health hazard and cause of injury or death for a small breed like the Yorkie?
- Accidental Injury
- Portosystemic Shunt
- Legg-Perthes Disease
- Juvenile Hypoglycemia
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Because of their tiny, fragile frames, trauma and accidental injuries (like falls, being stepped on, or encounters with larger dogs) are statistically the number one hazard and cause of death for Yorkshire Terriers. While Yorkies are genetically prone to medical conditions like liver shunts and hypoglycemia, a household accident remains their single greatest threat! </div>
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The original name for the Yorkie was the Broken Haired Scotch Terrier.
- True
- False
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Yes, the Yorkshire Terrier was first shown in English dog shows in 1861 under the name "Broken-Haired Scotch Terrier" (or "Broken-Haired Scottish Terrier"). The breed's roots trace back to Scottish weavers who moved to Yorkshire and Lancashire and brought small terriers—like Clydesdale and Paisley terriers—with them to work in the textile mills. By 1870, the name was officially changed to Yorkshire Terrier to honor the English region where the breed's distinctive look and characteristics were perfected. </div>
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The Yorkie is the most popular TOY breed in the United States. They are also one of the most popular SMALL breeds-coming in second place to which of the following small dog breeds?
- French Bulldog
- Boston Terrier
- Corgi
- Pug

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Yorkshire Terriers were originally bred to hunt rats and other small pests.

According to the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren, where does the Yorkie rank in working/obedience intelligence?

As timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials, what is the average running speed of Yorkshire terriers?

Where did the Yorkshire Terrier rank (124 dog breeds) in separation anxiety and attention-seeking behaviors, according to the C-BARQ study?

When two purebred Yorkshire Terriers carrying a recessive piebald gene are bred together, they can produce puppies with distinctive white, black, and tan markings—which became the foundation of a different breed entirely. What is this breed called?

Which of the following is the only accepted adult coat color combination allowed to compete in AKC shows without disqualification?

In genetic research on modern dog breed development, the Yorkie has shown the most common DNA with an ancestor of which of the following breeds?

Which dog is said to be the foundation of the Yorkshire Terrier dog breed?

Where did the Yorkshire Terrier rank in excitability out of 124 breeds, according to the C-BARQ study?

Which of the following is the leading health hazard and cause of injury or death for a small breed like the Yorkie?

The original name for the Yorkie was the Broken Haired Scotch Terrier.

The Yorkie is the most popular TOY breed in the United States. They are also one of the most popular SMALL breeds-coming in second place to which of the following small dog breeds?

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