Sentences with phrase «to catch rats in clothing mills»

They were originally used for catching rats in clothing mills in the 19th century.

This breed was developed during the 19th century for the purpose of catching rats in clothing mills — the Yorkshire Terrier was also used in the sport of rat - baiting until it became more popular as a companion pet.

Yorkshire terriers caught rats in clothing mills in the 19th century but later became European high society companions.

Owners bred this spunky fellow for catching rats in clothing mills.

Named for the city in England where they originated, Yorkshire terriers were used to catch rats in clothing mills in the 19th century.

In addition to serving as a loyal companion, early Yorkshire Terriers were also used to catch rats in clothing mills — they were also used in the sport of rat - baiting.

One of the cutest puppies in the world, Yorkshire Terriers were originally bred to catch rats in the clothing mills of the county but these days are pampered pets and stars of the dog - show world (when they're not riding their Harleys)

where they were originally used to catch rats in clothing mills.

Named for the English county from which they originally hail, Yorkshire Terriers were used in the nineteenth century to catch rats in clothing mills.

The Yorkshire Terrier is a small dog breed of terrier type, developed during the 19th century in Yorkshire, England, to catch rats in clothing mills.