Dog
Pronunciation:
bee-shon yawr-kee
Breed Description:
The Bichon Yorkie breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the Bichon Frise with the Yorkshire Terrier. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Bichon Yorkie will have qualities of both parents. The breed is a small sized breed with a compact and robust build that is slightly longer than they are tall. They usually have a long tail and small ears forward towards the face. The muzzle is small and delicate like that of the Yorkshire Terrier parent.
The coat of the Bichon Yorkie usually consists of a double coat with a soft, short undercoat and a fluffy topcoat that is medium in length and very soft. The coat can be found in any color that is common to the parent breeds, however, white or the blue and tan of the Yorkshire Terrier are the most common.
Temperament:
The Bichon Yorkie breed of dog is a friendly and affectionate breed that is known for having a wonderful personality that is brave and bold. They are usually more than happy to go anywhere with their owners and usually enjoy being out and about. They can be surprisingly active little dogs but they are usually very easy to exercise. The Bichon Yorkie does well with other dogs and pets, however, they can often forget their size and aren't afraid to challenge larger dogs. The breed does well with children, but they are better suited to homes with older children since they may not have much patience for younger ones.
Height:
There is no set height for the Bichon Yorkie at this time.
Weight:
The average weight for the Bichon Yorkie is between 10 to 12 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Bichon Yorkie breed of dog has no known health problems, however, it is important to read up on both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Bichon Frise to be aware of the health problems your puppy may be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Bichon Yorkie breed of dog is versatile when it comes to living conditions and they can live in both apartments and homes with yards. They should not live outdoors and do best when they are inside with their family as a companion dog.
Exercise:
The Bichon Yorkie breed of dog is an active breed that requires between 20 to 30 minutes of exercise each day. Generally, two good walks will meet their needs but it is also important to give them an opportunity for off leash exercise as well.
Life Expectancy:
10 to 15 years
Grooming:
The Bichon Yorkie breed of dog is an easy breed to care for and they only need to be brushed about once a week. The hair may need to be trimmed every month or two, especially around the face, ears and feet but in general, it can be left natural. Many owners opt to have the coat clipped and if you do, expect to clip it every 6 to 8 weeks. The Bichon Yorkie should only be bathed when he needs it and they can easily go two or three months between baths. Nails should be kept trimmed and the ears should be cleaned on a weekly basis. If the coat has a wiry texture, it is important to hand strip the coat every few months.
Origin:
The Bichon Yorkie breed of dog is a designer `hybrid`breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Bichon Yorkie, it is important to read up on both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Bichon Frise. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
