The Yorkshire terrier could be extinct in Britain in less than 20 years, a study warns
THE MUCH-loved Yorkshire Terrier dog may be extinct in the UK in less than twenty years, research shows.
Ownership of the loveable loyal breed has been on the decline over the past decade by 80 per cent along with Siberian Huskies and Bichon Frises.Yorkshire Terrier ownership has declined 80 per cent over the past decade and may be extinct in the next twenty years in the UK, partly due to social mediaMeanwhile pup-lovers giving French Bulldogs a home has boomed by a staggering 1,427 per cent.
Daschunds and corgis are also on the rise according to a study of adoption registrations from dog-breeding specialists the Kennel Club.A researcher from data company Blueclaw, Matthew Sweeting said: “What’s particularly jarring about this analysis is that it shows the cost of opting for a popular breed on social media - like the French Bulldog - in place of one that has healthier genetics and therefore a better quality of life.
“It’s easy to think of well-known breeds like the Yorkshire Terrier and Siberian Husky as staples in the UK, but they’re at a very real risk of extinction if dog owners continue to choose their pets based on their perceived popularity online, rather than considering alternative breeds.
“Although at the end of the day it’s up to owners as to what dog they want, we’d always advocate adopting rather than buying, especially if it encourages breeders to stop rearing dogs that suffer from health issues as a result of increased supply and demand.”Pregnant dog cares after a baby monkey In sweet video near Himachal Pradesh in India
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