The Yorkshire Terrier requires intensive daily grooming with brush and comb. If you do not have time or the inclination to do this, rather have the coat trimmed by a salon. The hair is normally kept out of the eyes with a rubber band or a ribbon tied in a bow.

This is a lively, intelligent, sometimes too brave dog. The Yorkshire Terrier is loving, vigilant and becomes very attached to its family. Provided children do not treat it as a toy and do not invade their territory, these dogs will not cause any problems with them. Some of the breed can be rather foolhardy in their courage towards other dogs but they can get along fine with cats and other household animals. Strangers will always be announced.