What is a Merle Yorkie? Uncovering the Unique Coat Pattern
A Merle Yorkie is a Yorkshire Terrier with a distinctive coat pattern called ‘merle.’ This unique coat features irregular patches of diluted pigment, giving them a mottled or marbled appearance. My coat’s merle pattern comes from a specific gene that alters the base color, creating lighter patches throughout. Breeders must be knowledgeable about this gene … Read more