Jordan Honeycutt - The Complete Guide to Yorkipoos

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Yorkipoos

The Complete Guide to Yorkip oos First edition.

Summary: Successfully raising a Yorkipoo Dog from puppy to old age Pr ovided by publisher.

ISB N: 978-1-952069-86-4

[1. Yorkipoo Dogs No n-Fiction] I. Title.

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First pap erback edition, 2020

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The Complete Guide to Yorkipoos

Jordan Honeycutt

Chapter 1

Breed History

What Is a Yorkipoo?

T he Yorkipoo is not a breed of its own right yet, but that doesnt keep it from stealing hearts across America and the world. A cross between a Yorkshire Terrier and either a Toy or Miniature Poodle, this lovable little ball of fur has a zest for life and an intelligent mind, making him perfectly suited to be a lifetime companion just about anywh ere life takes you.

History of the Yorkipoo

The origins of the Yorkipoo are largely unknown, as this crossbreed only dates back to about the early 2000s. After the introduction of other Poodle hybrid dogs, such as the Labradoodle and the Cockapoo, in the United States, there was a need for a dog with similar hypoallergenic qualities and intelligenc e in a smaller size.

To better understand the Yorkipoo, lets take a look at the crossbreeds parents of origin. Bred from a Yorkshire Terrier and a Toy Poodle, this dog can take on the character tra its of either breed.

Yorkshire Terrier A young breed itself, the Yorkshire Terrier is thought to have been developed around 100 years ago in Yorkshire, England. The Yorkshire Terrier is derived from the Scottish Waterside Terrier and was originally called the Broken-haired Scotch Terrier for nine years until the breed had improved enough to gain its own name, th e Yorkshire Terrier.

Originally bred for hunting rats in mines, the version of the Yorkshire Terrier we have today is a bit smaller and not known for hunting, but still retains the breeds characteristic en ergy and enthusiasm.

Toy Poodle Although the Poodle is the national dog of France, the breed actually originated in Germany as a duck hunter. Due to the Poodles excellent trainability and flashy looks, this breed was prized in noble households in Europe and eventually became a well-known part of the European circus.

The Toy Poodle was bred down in size from the Standard Poodle in the early 20th century in America in order to adapt the beloved breed to better suit city dwellers. Although the Toy Poodle is now more of a lap and companion dog, the breed still retains the superior intelligence and swimming abiliti es of its ancestors.

Physical Characteristics

Because the Yorkipoo is a crossbreed, it is not recognized by the American Kennel Club and no breed standard exists. Due to the breeds very short history, most Yorkipoos are produced by breeding a Toy Poodle to a Yorkshire Terrier, resulting in a first-generation Yorkipoo. For these reasons, Yorkipoos can vary in appearance greatly from breeder to breeder. Although there is no standard, there are a few key features that are typically pr esent in a Yorkipoo.

Yorkipoos are a very small breed and typically only stand between 7 and 9 inches tall and weighing 7 to 11 pounds. Yorkipoos will often (but not always) inherit the Poodles long legs and fine bone structure. Although thin, Yorkipoos typically ha ve a muscular build.

The coat of the Yorkipoo comes in many varieties and can be anything from straight and silky to curly. Since the Poodle can produce a wide variety of coat colors, the Yorkipoo can appear in almost any color combination and markings you can imagine. White, Black, Sable, Red, Cream and Apricot are the most common colors seen on a Yorkipoo.

Typical Breed Behavior

Just as with the Yorkipoos appearance, there is no breed standard for behavior. However, given what we know about the Toy Poodle and the Yorkshire Terrier, we can predict general breed beh avior possibilities.

Yorkipoos are loving and affectionate to their owners and relish their time in the spotlight. Bred solely for companion purposes, the Yorkipoo is heavily dependent on his owner for interaction and will suffer greatly if left alone for any period of time.

Although they typically come around to befriend everyone they meet, Yorkipoos make excellent watchdogs and will bark to alert the entire neighborhood of a n impending visitor.

The Terrier side of this hybrid dog gives the Yorkipoo its high energy and bold nature, one that comes as a shock to many coming from a dog of this size. The Poodle contributes to the breeds high intelligence and excellent trainability. Eager to please their owners, Yorkipoos are highly responsive to praise when training and typically will perform just to be t he star of the show.

Many Yorkipoo owners are tempted to treat these pint-sized pooches as living dolls, dressing them up and catering to their every need. While this may be fun, it can often cause your Yorkipoo to believe he is the king of the castle, leading to a somewhat tyrannical pattern of behavior. These dogs may be small, but they have the spirit of a breed ten times its size and can cause quite a bit of a headache for owners if no t trained properly.

Is a Yorkipoo the Right Choice for You?

Yorkipoos are highly versatile little dogs who love to be an active part of their human family. A family with an active life style that includes their fur baby is the best suited for owing a Yorkipoo.

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If youre looking for a beautiful, pint-sized dog that offers love, affection, and endless spunk, the Yorkipoo is the right dog for you! Compact and adaptable, Yorkipoos can live anywhere. This includes apartments, houses with yards, or even recreational vehicles for the most adven turous travel types.

Yorkipoos offer friendship to those they know best and can do well with children if introduced properly. Children can benefit greatly from caring for a dog, but they must be trained to properly handle a Yorkipoo due to the dogs small and fragile size. The feisty, yet friendly nature of these dogs helps them play the role of family pet with energetic passion, but it is worth considering that small children can sometimes injure smaller dogs and puppies unintentionally with extra tight hugs or too-firm pats. Always teach your children to be gentle so they dont accidentally i njure your Yorkipoo.