The Yorkie poo, also called yorkipoo, stand out for being among the newest hybrid or mongrel canine breeds, obtained by crossing Yorkshire terriers with poodles or miniature poodles.
These dogs they have the small size of their parents, given that the two parent breeds are characterized by being toy or small dogs; so when talking about yorkipoo, we are referring to mini dogs.
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As we previously noted, This breed is the result of a cross between a Yorkshire Terrier and a Miniature Poodle; It also stands out for being a relatively new breed, since the first specimens were known less than 10 years ago.
Likewise, we can point out that the geographical origin of these dogs it is a real mystery, despite the fact that there are numerous theories that indicate that they come from countries such as Australia and / or North America.
In the same way as the other hybrid breeds obtained by crossing two pure and recognized breeds, these dogs do not have an official standard registered within some entity globally
So there are many who consider them only a mestizo, but go mestizo. And it is because of its benefits, this breed has managed to gain a lot of popularity in recent years, which makes you wonder why mongrel dogs they don't get the value they deserve.
Yorkie poo characteristics
This peculiar mongrel It is part of the group of companion dogs, which is also known for having the characteristic of not generating, in most cases, allergic reactions since it hardly loses hair.
The average yorkipoo, considering they are all small in size, It has an approximate weight of 1,3-6,4kg, while its height at the withers can be between 17-38cm; It can be said that this range is so variable because the specimens could be born by crossing small dogs or toy dogs.
Similarly, specialists consider that its size could be directly caused by that of the poodle used for the crossing. And because it is a fairly recent breed, it is still not really known what his life expectancy isBut experts estimate that it would be around 15 years.
The body of this breed stands out for being proportionate, having a slightly wide and medium head together with an elongated snout; Has dark eyes, which are normally brown, is characterized by being bright, captivating and sweet. While their ears are usually distinguished by being medium, hanging on both sides of the head and having rounded tips.
Its coat is short, even more than that of the Yorkshire terrier, and the coat that composes it, which could be smooth or curly, is usually silky and soft, it stands out for not generating dandruff, which is why it is not common to cause allergies by the loss of hair, and also, because it does not carry out changes. So we could say that it consists of a hypo-allergenic dog.
The Yorkie poo's mantle can be presented in a wide range of colors, because not only the poodle patterns are accepted, but also those of the Yorkshire terrier. However, the most common colors in this breed are typically brown, gray, black, white, chocolate, silver, cream, apricot, or red.
Character
Undoubtedly, the character of these dogs is completely charming, since they consist of friendly, kind, sweet and affectionate animals. As usual, are able to easily adapt to life within all kinds of homes, as long as they are given the necessary care and affection.
This is essential because, although they seem like an independent dog, the truth is that they require some attention. Actually, They are dogs that do not usually bear loneliness well, being common that they suffer separation anxiety; In order to prevent this, it is essential to teach the specimens of this breed to be alone and to know how to manage their emotions.
As for your temperament, this breed is usually a bit stubborn and somewhat suspicious; so it is possible that when meeting new people they are not very receptive, although once they gain a little confidence they begin to show affection.
In some cases, they can be dogs that bark excessively, this behavior being inherited from the parent Yorkshire terrier, although it is possible to keep this behavior under control through the use of training techniques. However, we must point out that it seems to be an inherent characteristic present in your genetic heritage, so that it is not easy, and even feasible, to completely remove the barking.
Typically, it consists of active and playful dogsSo it comes as no surprise that during their puppy years they tend to be really energetic and want to play constantly. That is the reason why it is necessary to be patient with this lively puppy and offer him both toys and enough attention, since by not doing so it is possible that they cause more than one damage within the home.
Equally, good early socialization is essentialas Yorkipoo tend to be a bit suspicious and fearful; So by not socializing them properly, they could develop problems relating not only to people, but also to other animals.
Care
It is not usually a very demanding breed in relation to the care it requires; But it is necessary to take into account that despite the fact that its fur is short, it is possible that it becomes entangled and also that it accumulates a lot of dirt, so that it is best to brush it every day.
Likewise, does not require as much physical activity per day as other breeds tend to do, since exhaustive walks as well as moments of exercise and play are enough for them to maintain balance. However, it must be borne in mind that a daily walk of 20 minutes is not enough, since despite being a dog with little physical demand, it also requires running, exercising and playing.
Regarding their diet, we must emphasize that the customer of these dogs must be made up of quality food and that it is necessary to properly control the portions that are offered, since they consist of very gluttonous dogs; So pay attention to your weight as well, as obesity can cause many health problems.
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Yorkipoos stand out because they do not normally suffer from severe congenital anomalies, however, certain specimens could inherit some typical diseases of the Yorkshire terrier or the poodle in miniature. In any case, to ensure your health and well-being, it is advisable to take them periodically to the vet to perform routine checkups, deworm and vaccinate whenever necessary.