Dog
Pronunciation:
yawrk-ee--neez
Breed Description:
The Yorkinese breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the Yorkshire Terrier with the Pekingese. 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 Yorkinese will have qualities of both parents. They are a toy sized breed of dog with a slightly longer body than they are tall. They usually have the more delicate look of the Yorkshire Terrier but they have the robust and compact look of the Pekingese. The head is usually slightly flat with a small muzzle, although it can be quite short if they take after their Pekingese parent.
The coat is usually long with a silky texture and a soft, short undercoat. They can be found in any of the colors of their parent breeds but are commonly found in a tan or tan and blue coat.
Temperament:
The Yorkinese breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly. However, they are known for being an affectionate and loyal family dog that usually gets along well with everyone. They are usually very playful and are often described as sweet little dog that loves being with their owners. They do very well with children, however, due to their size, they are better suited to homes with older children, and also thrive in multi-dog and multi-pet homes.
Height:
The average height for a Yorkinese is between 6 to 9 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Yorkinese is between 7 to 10 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Yorkinese breed of dog has no known health problems, however, it is important to read up on both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Pekingese to be aware of the health problems your puppy may be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Yorkinese 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 Yorkinese 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:
12 to 15 years
Grooming:
The Yorkinese breed of dog is often clipped to keep grooming to a minimal. If they are clipped,they only need to be brushed once a week but in a full coat, expect to brush them two or three times per week. The Yorkinese should be bathed once or twice a month to keep their coat soft and you should wash around their eyes to prevent staining.
Origin:
The Yorkinese 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 Yorkinese, it is important to read up on both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Pekingese. 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.
