* Yorkie Poos:
* Small dogs, typically weighing between 5 and 15 pounds
* Long, silky hair that can be any color, but is most commonly black and tan or brown and tan
* Short legs and a long, bushy tail
* Small, pointed ears
* Dark, almond-shaped eyes
* Yorkie Poos, especially the "teacup" variety, tend to be a bit smaller and more delicate than Maltipoos.
* Maltipoos:
* Small dogs, typically weighing between 5 and 20 pounds
* Long, curly hair that can be any color, but is most commonly white, black, or brown
* Long legs and a medium-length tail
* Floppy ears
* Round, dark eyes
Temperament
* Yorkie Poos:
* Friendly, outgoing dogs that love to play
* Intelligent and easy to train
* Can be territorial and bark at strangers
* Yorkie Poos are often described as being "velcro dogs" because of their strong attachment to their owners.
* Maltipoos:
* Gentle, affectionate dogs that make great companions
* Intelligent and easy to train
* Social butterflies who love to meet new people and other animals
* Maltipoos are known for being particularly good with children.
Health
* Yorkie Poos:
* Generally healthy dogs, but can be prone to certain health problems, such as:
* Patellar luxation (dislocation of the kneecap)
* Hip dysplasia (a developmental condition of the hip joint)
* Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA, an eye disease that can lead to blindness)
* Maltipoos:
* Also generally healthy dogs, but can be prone to certain health problems, such as:
* Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
* Epilepsy (a neurological disorder that causes seizures)
* Dental problems, such as tooth decay and gum disease