Yorkshire Terrier dog

The Yorkshire Terrier, commonly known as the Yorkie, originated in the United Kingdom during the 19th century. Developed specifically in Yorkshire, England, for the purpose of catching rats in clothing mills, the breed evolved into a popular companion animal worldwide. As a biological being rather than a manufactured retail product, it does not have a manufacturing country or a corporate brand owner in the traditional commercial sense. Professional breeding of these dogs occurs globally within homes and kennels. While they are recognized by major kennel clubs like the American Kennel Club (AKC) or the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), these organizations act as governing registries for breed standards rather than owners of the breed itself.