Yorkshire Terrier: Tiny But Tough

by Margaret Fetty

Though known for their peanut size, Yorkies are in fact little powerhouses. In World War II, a dog named Smokey became one of the most famous Yorkshire Terriers of all time. Adopted by U.S. troops, this tough little dog helped soldiers lay communication lines in the war-torn Philippines. His petite size allowed him to thread the lines through narrow underground passages. After the war, Smokey became a celebrity--appearing on television 42 times. Today,...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1597167487
• ISBN13: 9781597167482
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Bearport Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.1" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 7 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 7