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Yorkshire Terrier
Small and elegant yet bold and alert, with a strong personality and a close bond with its owner.
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Score overview
| Characteristic | Level | Score |
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| 3/5 | ||
| 3/5 | ||
| 3/5 | ||
| 3/5 | ||
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| 2/5 |
Health 3/5 The Yorkshire Terrier has a moderate overall health profile. Conditions to monitor include dental disease, patellar luxation, tracheal collapse, portosystemic shunts and Legg-Calve-Perthes disease. Recommended preventive care includes regular dental assessment and appropriate patellar, liver, respiratory and hip evaluation, alongside routine veterinary care and healthy weight management. Advantages Things to consider
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