Yorkie Colors – Blue & Gold Or Chocolate?
What’s wrong with Yorkie color combinations? The AKC has rules about the standard colors for Yorkshire terriers and recognizes only a few colors as legitimately identifying a breed. A dog of this color can be registered as a Yorkshire terrier and won’t be disqualified from competing in conformation shows if it’s blue & gold. However, many breeders do advertise chocolate Yorkies. Chocolate Yorkies are the result of crossbreeding the Parti with other Parties and standard Yorkies. They have a recessive b allele, which lightens the eumelanin in the coat. While there’s no scientific evidence supporting this claim, it is possible to produce a chocolate-colored Yorkie.
Black and Gold Yorkies are a brilliant glossy light brown with a golden outline. The gold portion of the dog’s coat can be found all over the body, including on the limbs and in the snout. Black and tan Yorkies are the most common coat color combinations for Yorkies. Nonstandard color combinations can result from crossbreeding and intentionally mating recessive genes. The resultant color may be a mismatch in health, which is why a breeder should be sure to look for an appropriate color combination for their dog.
As far as the Yorkshire Terrier’s coat is concerned, it is an excellent choice. They’re lively little dogs that don’t need a lot of exercises, but they love to play with you. Their terrier blood means they’re extremely energetic and will chase anything in sight. So, if you’re looking for a playful companion, a Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect choice.
Yorkies are very people-oriented and become stressed if they are separated from their human pack.
They should live with a family that can spend most of the day with them. However, they are generally adaptable to most places and can travel anywhere. An adult Yorkshire terrier weighs four to seven pounds and stands seven to eight inches at the shoulder. This makes it one of the smallest dogs in the world. Male Yorkshire terriers are generally larger than female ones.
Another color combination that distinguishes Yorkshire terriers is blue & gold. While these dogs do not have the same coloring as a standard black or tan Yorkie, the blue color is more prominent on these dogs. As they grow older, they can develop a golden or blue coat. In addition, blue & gold Yorkies can develop two copies of the graying gene. This makes the blue and gold Yorkies a very attractive choice for many people.
The coat of a Yorkshire terrier can be either blue or gold. In normal Yorkshire breeding, the golden Yorkie may be miscolored. This is because the golden coat is missing a saddle. A Golden Yorkie’s coat genetics reveals that the saddle is missing. This occurrence is often the result of a recessive gene for red on the extension locus. Listed below are the typical Yorkshire terrier coat colors.
The final color of a Yorkshire terrier may vary between different lines, and breeders can often predict the color of a puppy based on her pedigree. The final coat color of a Yorkshire terrier varies from pup to adult. When registering, it is important to remember that the colors change from blue to tan-gold. Moreover, the adult coat is lighter than the puppies.
A dark blue with golden tints is considered a slow-growing coat color.
This color is more likely to turn into a silky coat and is not as intense as its counterpart. Moreover, different-colored Yorkies can’t compete in sponsored events such as dog shows. Some people consider such dogs not purebred. However, some breeders are willing to compromise the standard to produce dogs of the correct color.
The most important thing to remember about the Yorkshire terrier color is safety. Small children can injure a Yorkshire terrier if they’re not properly trained. They are best kept indoors. However, they can be aggressive if they feel overprotected. Small children must be carefully monitored as they might startle the dog and lead to neurotic behavior. If the pet is a little rough with small children, it may cause injury.
Apart-colored Yorkshires are also possible. These dogs have blue and gold coats but have tans and gold heads. Although they’re rare, the AKC allowed tri-colored Yorkies to be registered, many breeders felt that it indicates a non-pure lineage. But this is now becoming more acceptable. And there are now registered golden and blue Yorkies. AKC rules and AKC guidelines regarding the colors of Yorkshire terriers are the same as for traditional Yorkies.
Meet Rose Camilla, an expert in the Terrier dog breed and an active writer and publisher. Camilla has been working with Terriers for over 12 years and her passion for them has only grown stronger with time. She has dedicated her life to understanding, training, and writing about Terriers.
