Yorkiepoo

The Yorkie Poodle mix has a relatively short history of being bred as a small, non-shedding companion dog. The Yorkshire Terrier and Poodle go back many centuries. The Yorkshire Terrier is an English and Scottish breed that dates to the mid-19th century when factories needed working ratters to help eliminate vermin. They were later deemed fashionable and bred to be more companion-like for the wealthy classes. The Poodle began as a water-retrieving dog in Germany. (Their traditional haircut includes shaved bodies to help them glide through the water and ponpoms around their vital organs to protect them.) They too were adopted by the wealthier classes as circus dogs and companion dogs. Don’t be surprised if your little Yorkiepoo engages you in a game of fetch, given their water-retrieving history.

Yorkiepoos are happy curling up on pillows next to their owners just about anywhere and do well in small spaces such as apartments. They don’t need huge amounts of exercise and can adapt well to city living, although they might be noisy, constantly making their opinions heard. They do well with individual owners and families so long as owners are home most of the time or they can take them with them when they leave the house.

Yorkies might not need a ton of physical activity, but they do need some in addition to mental stimulation. They do just fine with about half an hour to an hour’s walking each day, plus plenty of games, tricks, and training to keep their little minds exhausted. Without proper exercise, they might become bored and bark excessively or become destructive.

So long as they are near their owners, have a nice spot to curl up in, and get a few walks a day, Yorkiepoos are happy.

The type of grooming required for these button-eyed, floppy-eared dogs varies wildly. They might have Poodle-like curls or long and silky coats like Yorkshire Terriers. They typically don’t shed, making them ideal for allergy-prone owners. Their hair might require regular grooming including trims and brushing, although given their size, it shouldn’t take very long. Poodles can have ear problems, so taking good care of a Yorkiepoo’s ears is important to ensure they don’t get aggravating ear infections.

Yorkiepoos fall into the territory of being “too smart for their own good,” with owners often surprised at just how exceptionally bright they are. Training should include tricks, games, and puzzles to challenge their minds. Physical training such as learning to walk on a leash or coming when called is also important. Remember, the Yorkiepoo breed has a working past: you might be just as shocked to see a Yorkiepoo hightail it after a hot lead, their little legs going a mile a minute. They need to be socialized to gain confidence around other people and other animals.

A Yorkiepoo can become a beloved family dog so long as their mental and physical needs are met and they aren’t left alone for excessive periods. They can be feisty if bored and should be socialized with young children accordingly to make sure they don’t act out.

The cost of a Yorkiepoo from a breeder is significantly more than the cost of adopting one from a local shelter or rescue. The adoption fee usually covers additional items such as spaying or neutering, vaccines, and microchipping.