Yorkiepoo Information

The yorkiepoo is a type of ̶0;designer dog,̶1; a term referring to a mixed-breed pup that has been bred for certain characteristics. Designer dogs have a two-breed lineage, one of which is often a poodle. The poodle is a popular choice primarily because of its hypoallergenic properties ̵1; their coats are less irritating to people with dog-hair allergies. The yorkiepoo is a mix of a Yorkshire terrier and a miniature or toy poodle. When selecting a hybrid dog, remember that the dog will exhibit a combination of the characteristics of the two breeds from which it originates.

  1. Yorkshire Terrier

    • Yorkies are small dogs that don̵7;t require a lot of exercise. They do prefer regular interaction with their human companions, however. The breed began as a type of ̶0;working dog̶1; used to catch rats in the clothing mills of Yorkshire, England (whence the name). However, their long silky coats and charming demeanor soon attracted the attention of members of the upper classes, and they became companion dogs. Yorkshire terriers are members of the ̶0;toy̶1; group. They̵7;ve been an American Kennel Club-recognized breed since 1885.

    Poodle

    • The poodle is widely recognized as one of the most intelligent dog breeds. They were originally bred to be water retrievers. In fact, the classic poodle haircut is designed to help the dogs move more freely when performing this work, while leaving extra fur in places where they need warmth to protect their vital organs. Poodles come in small, medium and large ̵1; ̶0;toy,̶1; ̶0;miniature̶1; and ̶0;standard.̶1;

    Classifications of Yorkiepoos

    • The yorkiepoo will exhibit characteristics that are a combination of the Yorkshire terrier and the poodle. Which of these two breeds dominates depends on what classification of yorkiepoo you purchase. An F1 classification of yorkiepoo is exactly half poodle and half Yorkie. The F1B can either mean that the dog is 25% poodle and 75% Yorkshire terrier, meaning an F1 cross was mated with a Yorkie, or that it̵7;s 25% terrier and 75% poodle, meaning an F1 has been bred with a poodle.

    Yorkiepoos by Other Names

    • The poodle-Yorkie cross is known by a few other handles. The American Canine Hybrid Club and the Designer Dogs Kennel Club both use the hyphenated ̶0;yorkie-poo.̶1; But the International Designer Canine Registry goes with one word: ̶0;yorkipoo.̶1; The Designer Dog Breed Registry uses a slightly more formal first-name, last-name title: ̶0;Yorkie Poo.̶1;