INTRODUCTION

A fun-loving “designer dog” – and therefore a mixed dog breed – a Yorkipoo is a cross between a Yorkshire Terrier and a Toy or Miniature Poodle. Intelligent, affectionate and gentle, he is a delightful companion. Despite their unfortunate status as a designer breed, you can find them in the care of shelters and rescue groups. Remember to adopt. This mixed breed dog has a lot of energy to burn, and they love to play when they are not parked on your lap watching the world go by. Their ability to run fast and jump high may surprise those not expecting a miniature canine Superman. Even new parents will find these sweet pups to be amazing companions.

HIGHLIGHTS

The Yorkipoo is a designer dog and is the result of crosses of Yorkshire Terrier with Toy or Miniature Poodle. There has been an increase in multi-generational breeding (Yorkipoo to Yorkipoo), and also in Yorkipoo to Poodle or Yorkipoo to Yorkshire Terrier breeding; but many litters are first generation, the result of breeding two purebred parents.a Yorkipoo is active and energetic, as are both Poodles and Yorkies. The Yorkipoo is an active and energetic dog, as are Poodles and Yorkies, and needs daily exercise, so a good walk or a romp in the yard will do him good. Occasionally, a Yorkipoo can be trained to bark less, but expect to hear the noise every time someone comes to the door. He has no idea that his bark terrifies no one.He is a dog with little or no fluff and can be an excellent companion for people with allergies.Daily brushing is needed to keep his fine, silky coat free of tangles and mats.Affectionate and gentle, the Yorkipoo can be an excellent companion for older and more considerate children. Like most toy breeds, it is not recommended for homes with very young children and is easy to train if positive reinforcement is used. The Yorkipoo can live very well in a flat and generally gets along well with other dogs and pets. As a companion dog, it can suffer from separation anxiety if left alone for long periods. Look for a reputable breeder who will test their breeding dogs to ensure that they are free of genetic diseases that can be passed on to puppies and that they have a sound temperament.

HISTORY

Like many designer breeds, the Yorkipoo is a fairly young hybrid – it has been popular for about a decade. It was originally developed to create a toy-sized dog that had a hypoallergenic coat and was free from the genetic disorders that plagued the parent breeds, the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy or Miniature Poodle. had mixed results, as with any hybrid; But the popularity of the Yorkipoo has grown. Today, most Yorkipoo litters are still the result of first-generation breeding, but some breeders have focused on multigenerational crosses in an effort to see Yorkipoo produce offspring that more consistently confirm desired traits.