Toy Breeds
Yorkshire Terrier
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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. The defining feature of the breed is its maximum size of 7 pounds (3.2 kg), although some may exceed this and grow up to 15 pounds (6.8 kg).
It is placed in the Toy Terrier section of the Terrier Group by Toy Group or Companion Group by many kennel clubs, including the American Kennel Club. A popular companion dog, the Yorkshire Terrier has also been part of the development of other breeds, such as the Australian Silky Terrier. It has a grey, black, and tan coat, and the breed's nickname is Yorkie. The American Kennel Club ranked the Yorkshire Terrier as the 6th most popular pure-breed in the United States of America in 2012 and 2013.
Hypoallergenic coats
The typical fine, straight, and silky Yorkshire Terrier coat has also been listed by many popular dog information websites as being hypoallergenic. In comparison with many other breeds, Yorkies do not shed to the same degree, only losing small amounts when bathed or brushed.
It is the dog's dander and saliva that trigger most allergic reactions. Allergists do recognize that at times a particular allergy patient will be able to tolerate a particular dog, but they agree that "the luck of the few with their pets cannot be stretched to fit all allergic people and entire breeds of dogs."The Yorkshire Terrier coat is said to fall out only when brushed or broken, or just said to not shed. Although neither of those statements agree with what biologists, veterinarians, and allergists know about dog fur, allergists "think there really are differences in protein production between dogs that may help one patient and not another".
Other colours
Common origin of Biewer and Parti-Color Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier is a tan dog with a blue saddle. Particolours exist, although they are not correct for the breed standard. The particolour coat is white with black/blue and tan. The white is caused by the recessive Piebald-gene. It is very rare to get a particolour, and if one is found, it tends to be very expensive. The breed is defined by its colour, and such non-standard colours may indicate health problems or cross-breeding with other breeds of other colours. The AKC registration form for Yorkshire Terriers allows for four choices: blue and tan, blue and gold, black and tan, black and gold. Colour alone will not affect whether or not a dog is a good companion and pet.
Docking
Traditionally, the Yorkshire Terrier's tail is docked to a medium length. Opposition to this practice began very early in the history of the breed; Hugh Dalziel, writing about Yorkshire Terriers in 1878, declared that "There is no reason for mutilating pet dogs, and perfect ears and tails should be bred, not clipped into shape with scissors." American Kennel Club and Canadian Kennel club still require the Yorkie’s tail be docked in order to compete at its events. The majority of the rest of the world has adopted a "no docking/no cropping" rule. Often, a Yorkshire Terrier's dewclaws, if any, are removed in the first few days of life, another controversial practice.
"Teacup Yorkies"
"Teacup" Yorkshire terriers is a term used to describe very small Yorkshire terriers. The AKC and other Kennel clubs do not acknowledge the Teacup as a variation of the breed or recognize it as a separate variety. Usually a teacup is any dog weighing less than 4 lbs (1.8 kg) when fully grown, when the actual breed standard is given at 7 lbs maximum. Breeding for "Teacup" is a controversial practice that is not encouraged by responsible breeders.
A fashion pressure, they are bred to appeal with their puppy-like features, rather than bred to expel health issues. There is great risk to a dam (mother) during pregnancy who is too small, most of these litters are a result of cesarean sections and have a high mortality rate. There are many health issues associated with teacup dogs.
Yorkie-Bishon or Bishon-Yorkie
A designer crossbreed or designer breed is a crossbred animal are mixed-breed dogs which have been intentionally bred from two or more recognized dog breeds and not from dogs with no purebred ancestors, but have not been artificially bred to each other enough to breed true and be recognized as a breed in their own right.
It is a cross between a Yorkshire Terrier and Bichon Frise . The best way to determine the temperament of a mixed breed is to look up all breeds in the cross and understand that you can get any combination of the characteristics found in either breed. This designer breed is recognized by ACHC (American Canine Hybrid Club) and named Yo-Chon as well as the DBR (Designer Breed Registry, and DDKC (Designer Dogs Kennel Club)
Common Nicknames: Borkie, Yo-Chon, Yorkie-Bichon, And Yorkshire Frise
Description: The Bichon Yorkie is a toy cross breed known for being alert, energetic, intelligent, loving, and playful. It is the cross of the Bichon Frise and Yorkshire Terrier. The most common colors for Bichon Yorkies are black, blonde, brown, cream, dark brown, golden, gray, and white. To keep it healthy, it will need to get exercise regularly. The Bichon Yorkie commonly participates in agility and competitive obedience.
Is the Bichon Yorkie the Right Breed for you?
Low Maintenance: Grooming is only necessary once in a while to maintain upkeep. Occasional trimming or stripping needed.
Easy Training: Training will be enjoyable. This dog is inclined to listen to commands and obey its owner. This breed will require fewer repetitions to obey specific instructions, pleasing owners who like to see quick results.
Great Watchdog Ability: This dog will bark and alert its owners when an intruder is present.
High Adaptability: It is well-suited for apartment living. Hot or cold weather shouldn't be an issue.
Slightly Active: Not much exercise is required to keep this dog in shape. Owners who are frequently away or busy might find this breed suitable for their lifestyle.
Good with Kids: This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them.
ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®
American Canine Hybrid Club = Yo-Chon
Designer Dogs Kennel Club = Borkie
International Designer Canine Registry® Yo-Chon or Borkie
Designer Breed Registry = Yorkshire Frise or Borkie
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
Bichon Frise x Yorkshire Terrier = Yo-Chon
Yorkshire Frise
ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
Bichon Frise x Yorkshire Terrier = Yo-Chon
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
Bichon Frise x Yorkshire Terrier = Borkie
Bichon Yorkie
Bichon Frise / Yorkshire Terrier Hybrid Dogs
Yorkie Shih Tzu - Shorkie-Zu - Morkie – Yorkie Shih Tzu Mix
The Yorkie Shih Tzu mix is a cross between a Yorkshire Terrier and a Shih Tzu. These loving and loyal dogs make the perfect companion dog. Due to their small size they are considered to be ‘toy’ dogs. Most Shorkie-zu dogs take after the Terrier side and resemble it in looks. It has a medium length coat and floppy ears. Shorkies come in red, black, gold, chocolate, white or black with a tan saddle. This dog’s hair is typically shiner than other breeds and it is also a non-shedder, perfect for allergy sufferers.
This dog has a sweet nature and it is usually very playful. While the Shorkie gets along with children and other animals, it is best to socialize them to ensure there are no problems as sometimes this dog can be too playful. This intelligent dog is easy to train and is eager to please its owners. The Shorkie is best known for its affectionate nature and it loves just spending time with the family as it craves the companionship of humans. This dog adapts well and does not make a lot of noise. It is well-behaved and can even be taken on vacation due to its calm nature. It also has a tendency of being stubborn at times; however, it responds well to praise, love and treats.
Shih Tzu Yorkie mix size: This is a very small dog and usually is no taller than 11 inches (27cm) and weighs between 6-14lbs (2.5-6kg). Because of its small size it needs to be cared for properly and parents need to be mindful of child and dog play as the dog can get easily injured.
This dog needs maintenance in order to keep its coat in good condition. If it has a long coat, it needs to be brushed almost on a daily basis to keep its hair from tangling. To reduce the maintenance of hair brushing, it is also advisable to have your dog’s hair trimmed or clipped. If you do have its hair cut, this will need to take place every 8 weeks or so.
This is a great first dog and because it does not require a lot of exercise it is perfect for older people looking for a companion. It is also a great dog for families but parents need to be mindful of very small children and the Shorkie because it is a fragile dog.