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gracielove · 11-18-2012, 07:05 AM

The YTCA' history page goes into the original size of the breed and discusses the weight limit. From the start the cut off weight was 9lbs. That indicates that while there may have been some larger Yorkies at the time they were not eligible for the show ring.
YTCA mentions that many of the later day writers about the breed have never taken the time to do the proper research on the origin of the Yorkie.
http://www.ytca.org/history.html

pinkpatty · 11-18-2012, 07:33 AM

I believe that articles says not exceeding 12lbs. Perhaps I read it wrong.

pinkpatty · 11-18-2012, 07:42 AM

If you are a student of dog breeds, you use multible sites for information. I believe nanahas3 information is closer to the true beginning of the yorkshire terrier. I am just that a student of dog breeds, many dog breeds. I find it very interesting and enjoy the hunt, so to speak. Many of todays toy breeds were bred down in size, as was the Yorkshire Terrier. Some to the improvement of the breed and some not. Downsizing requires interbreeding to get small size which can and does result in health issues.

veggienut · 11-18-2012, 07:55 AM

When I went looking for Yorkies, there was one whose Mom was 12lbs. I knew they weren't that big. Only recently, I ran into a couple in a park that had a larger one than 12lbs. Oh, and it was adorable~! From what I do know, the sizes from 4-6lbs or so usually are the standards and what the show people usually have whom are the reputable breeders.

Teresa Ford · 11-18-2012, 08:02 AM

Welcome to Yorkie Talk. We love all Yorkie sizes, tiny and tea pots too.
My beloved Willbee and Noah were both bigger Yorkies and they were healthy and long lived.

Considering the average dog is about knee high, a 20 pound dog, is still a small dog, as far as dog size goes. That was a type full, whew.
We are so happy to have you and Trouble join us.

gracielove · 11-18-2012, 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by pinkpatty

If you are a student of dog breeds, you use multible sites for information. I believe nanahas3 information is closer to the true beginning of the yorkshire terrier. I am just that a student of dog breeds, many dog breeds. I find it very interesting and enjoy the hunt, so to speak. Many of todays toy breeds were bred down in size, as was the Yorkshire Terrier. Some to the improvement of the breed and some not. Downsizing requires interbreeding to get small size which can and does result in health issues.

While the history is a bit sketchy I would hope that the governing board of the breed (YTCA) would have a better grasp of the background of the breed than an article on sheppards software .com.

nanahas3 · 11-18-2012, 08:32 AM

"Almost all of the classes were divided by weight. The classes were for Broken Haired or Rough Scotch Terriers less than 5 lbs. or 6 lbs. and under; Toy Terriers 4 lbs. and under, or 5 lbs. not exceeding 7 lbs., or 6 lbs. and over; or Blue Scotch Terriers under 7 lbs. or 7 lbs. not
exceeding 9 lbs. The largest weight class in which they were reported
to have been shown was for Broken Haired Scotch Terrier 9 lbs. not exceeding 12 lbs. This record should prove that although there were larger Yorkshires they were not being shown at the dog shows. The record proves that the small size was available for breeding from early days."

From:
History of the Yorkshire Terrier by Joan Gordon

CouversMom · 11-18-2012, 12:50 PM

Yorkies, like people come in various sizes

There are several people on here with larger yorkies.

gracielove · 11-18-2012, 04:43 PM

Yes, the Yorkie, that was called a Broken Coat Scotch Terrier, was at the time (around 1874) in a few weight categories including 4lbs and under, 5lbs not exceeding 7, or 6lbs and over. The largest category they were shown in was 9 to 12lbs.
These dogs were some what like today's Yorkshire Terrier but the small weight categories show that the Yorkie has not been bred down and has been a toy breed from the start. They have eliminated the extra weight categories.

LILBIT1 · 11-18-2012, 05:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SWHouston

I hope it was my use of the term "Fuzwhopper",
rather than the invitation.

yorkietalkjilly,
I don't think it would take that many.

Yes fuzwhopper is hilarious! I always tell ppl Waffles is "big boned" lol

susan lynn · 11-18-2012, 05:31 PM

My Hobbes weighs 16 lbs

Troublesmommy · 11-20-2012, 05:00 AM

Thank you all so much for the information!! I love the thought of calling my Troubbie a "teapot"! He just has the biggest heart, and he has my heart wrapped around his little paw. I am so glad I found this site. I'm already learning so much and I can finally speak to others who ADORE THEIR YORKIES as much as I do!!!

Troublesmommy

Teegy · 11-20-2012, 09:32 AM

we always like a little trouble in our lives nice that you have so much of it to love

11-18-2012, 07:33 AM	#17
pinkpatty No Longer A Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: usa Posts: 238	I believe that articles says not exceeding 12lbs. Perhaps I read it wrong. Last edited by pinkpatty; 11-18-2012 at 07:35 AM.

11-18-2012, 08:02 AM	#20
Teresa Ford Therapy Yorkies Work Donating Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Central, Florida Posts: 3,863	Welcome to Yorkie Talk. We love all Yorkie sizes, tiny and tea pots too. My beloved Willbee and Noah were both bigger Yorkies and they were healthy and long lived. Considering the average dog is about knee high, a 20 pound dog, is still a small dog, as far as dog size goes. That was a type full, whew. We are so happy to have you and Trouble join us. __________________ Teresa & Rubin, Gracie, Abba, Ginny Joy and Julia Rose Act like a dog, be kind, forgiving, and loyal.

11-18-2012, 08:32 AM	#22
nanahas3 ♥Love My Snuggle Bugs♥ Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Missouri Posts: 4,290	"Almost all of the classes were divided by weight. The classes were for Broken Haired or Rough Scotch Terriers less than 5 lbs. or 6 lbs. and under; Toy Terriers 4 lbs. and under, or 5 lbs. not exceeding 7 lbs., or 6 lbs. and over; or Blue Scotch Terriers under 7 lbs. or 7 lbs. not exceeding 9 lbs. The largest weight class in which they were reported to have been shown was for Broken Haired Scotch Terrier 9 lbs. not exceeding 12 lbs. This record should prove that although there were larger Yorkshires they were not being shown at the dog shows. The record proves that the small size was available for breeding from early days." From: History of the Yorkshire Terrier by Joan Gordon __________________ *CharleneMama to Laddy and Kyra and Always in our hearts Lolita*

11-18-2012, 12:50 PM	#23
CouversMom and Khloe Mae's too! Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Eastern Washington Posts: 14,732	Yorkies, like people come in various sizes There are several people on here with larger yorkies. __________________ Michelle- mommy to Couver and Khloe Mae! http://yorkiehavenrescue.com/

11-18-2012, 05:31 PM	#26
susan lynn Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Georgia Posts: 3,262	My Hobbes weighs 16 lbs __________________ SUSAN : TESSIE : HOBBES :CALVIN :SASSY There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face! ~ Ben Williams

11-18-2012, 07:05 AM	#16
gracielove YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY Posts: 6,582	The YTCA' history page goes into the original size of the breed and discusses the weight limit. From the start the cut off weight was 9lbs. That indicates that while there may have been some larger Yorkies at the time they were not eligible for the show ring. YTCA mentions that many of the later day writers about the breed have never taken the time to do the proper research on the origin of the Yorkie. http://www.ytca.org/history.html

11-18-2012, 07:42 AM	#18
pinkpatty No Longer A Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: usa Posts: 238	If you are a student of dog breeds, you use multible sites for information. I believe nanahas3 information is closer to the true beginning of the yorkshire terrier. I am just that a student of dog breeds, many dog breeds. I find it very interesting and enjoy the hunt, so to speak. Many of todays toy breeds were bred down in size, as was the Yorkshire Terrier. Some to the improvement of the breed and some not. Downsizing requires interbreeding to get small size which can and does result in health issues.

11-18-2012, 07:55 AM	#19
veggienut YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 805	When I went looking for Yorkies, there was one whose Mom was 12lbs. I knew they weren't that big. Only recently, I ran into a couple in a park that had a larger one than 12lbs. Oh, and it was adorable~! From what I do know, the sizes from 4-6lbs or so usually are the standards and what the show people usually have whom are the reputable breeders.

11-18-2012, 04:43 PM	#24
gracielove YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY Posts: 6,582	Yes, the Yorkie, that was called a Broken Coat Scotch Terrier, was at the time (around 1874) in a few weight categories including 4lbs and under, 5lbs not exceeding 7, or 6lbs and over. The largest category they were shown in was 9 to 12lbs. These dogs were some what like today's Yorkshire Terrier but the small weight categories show that the Yorkie has not been bred down and has been a toy breed from the start. They have eliminated the extra weight categories.

11-20-2012, 05:00 AM	#27
Troublesmommy Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Noblesville Indiana USA Posts: 28	Thank you all so much for the information!! I love the thought of calling my Troubbie a "teapot"! He just has the biggest heart, and he has my heart wrapped around his little paw. I am so glad I found this site. I'm already learning so much and I can finally speak to others who ADORE THEIR YORKIES as much as I do!!! Troublesmommy __________________ Troublesmommy

11-20-2012, 09:32 AM	#28
Teegy Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 2,631	we always like a little trouble in our lives nice that you have so much of it to love