A Mixed Breed What is a Yorkie-Poo? The Yorkie-Poo is a mixed breed companion dog that is part Yorkshire Terrier and part Toy Poodle. The ratio of Terrier to Poodle can vary from one half each or favor a larger percentage for either one of the breeds. Depending on the percentage of genetics provided by each parent, the Yorkie-Poo can look similar to either the Terrier or the Poodle. My Yorkie-Poo puppies are 7/8 Yorkshire Terrier and 1/8 Toy Poodle. Many people have mistaken my Yorkie-Poos as being Silky Terriers. (Return to FAQ)

Size, Weight, and Color What does a Yorkie-Poo look like? The uncompromising criteria purebreds must conform to that are established by members of exclusive organizations do not permit individuality and need not pertain to a the appearance of a Yorkie-Poo. One Yorkie-Poo may look completely different in terms of size, shape, and color when compared to any other Yorkie-Poo. When purchasing a Yorkie-Poo, the buyer will need to discuss the genetics of the puppy with the breeder as to determining it's likely adult appearance. (Return to FAQ) Are the puppies teacups? They can be very small but generally, no, they are not teacups. There are no size or weight restrictions established for a Yorkie-Poo. Don't expect them to be the "teacup" baby dolls that can fit inside a purse. (Return to FAQ) How much does a Yorkiepoo weigh? Expect the adult Yorkie-Poo to weigh anywhere from seven on up to fifteen pounds. While some may be light enough to easily lift and carry with one hand, others can be compared to the weight of a ten to sixteen pound bowling ball. The light weight Yorkie-Poo will be more fragile but easier to carry around. The larger Yorkie-Poo will be a sturdier companion that can safely lay in your bed, becoming a warm breathing pillow cushioned against your backside or along your legs. Any size Yorkie-Poo should be able to sit quite comfortably on your lap. (Return to FAQ) Will the adult coloring be the same as the puppy's color? The Yorkie-Poo should have a multicolored coat but can appear to be a single color as well. More terrier bred into the mix will create a wider range of multi-colored hair. More Poodle should provide hair that is closer to a single uniform color with subtle highlights. Lighter shades will follow along the legs, belly, chest and head. The darker shades should cover the backside. The colors can range from light cream through deep golden brown, or white with shimmering shades of silvery gray, and barely perceptible shades of black. The coloring of the puppy will continue to change during it's first year. By the age of six months the dog should be close to having it's full adult coloring. (Return to FAQ)

Personality What kind of personality does a Yorkiepoo have? No matter to what extent precautions have been made to breed an animal and encourage a specific body type and temperament, each one will still have it's own unique personality. Animals are individuals and will develop their own behaviors based not just on their genetics, but also from their life experience, just like human beings. Attempts can be made to manipulate and sculpt your pet's behavior, but their personality will always remain their own. Each living creature will have their own distinct identity and you cannot expect every dog to behave the same just because of it's breed. Nobody can predict how a new puppy will respond and interact with other family members and pets. (Return to FAQ) Do Yorkiepoos bark a lot? Generally speaking, Yorkies are considered barkers. They will immediately alert you to the presence of someone or something on your property. If they perceive someone is threatening you by standing too close, they may start barking. My dogs only bark defensively, to protect me and our home from strangers and wildlife. This makes them an excellent home security system. They do not bark much when we are all away from home visiting family or taking a trip to the local doggy park. (Return to FAQ) Are they good with children? Personally, I would not recommend getting a Yorkiepoo if you have small children. Children can be hyperactive and unintentionally provoke your Yorkiepoo, encouraging undesirable behavior. Also, a Yorkiepoo is small and fragile with bones that can be easily broken by children rough housing. (Return to FAQ) Do Yorkiepoos bite? When someone asks you if your dog bites, the only unequivocal answer is "YES." Of course they bite, they are dogs. A Yorkiepoo will definitely bite someone that they think is a threat to you. They are very protective of their family and their property. (Return to FAQ)

Registration Do the puppies have papers? The Yorkie-Poo does not qualify as a purebred animal and, therefore, is prohibited from registration and membership in any official kennel club because it is considered such, a mixed breed. The Yorkie-Poo cannot be registered with any purebred organization and will not be able to get any papers issued from these specialized societies. Therefore, a Yorkie-Poo must endure the constant prejudice of rigid social standards set upon it by these exclusive canine clubs that do not approve of mixed domestic unions. However, depending on the laws where you live, all dogs may require registration with your County Department of Animal Services. All larger municipalities will require you to register your pet, so then your dog will acquire full citizenship "papers" for the community in which you live. (Return to FAQ) What is the advantage of having "papers" from a purebred organization? Groups like the American Kennel Club issue certificates to quarantee that the animal meets the requirements for their definition of a purebred. You can be sure the dog will look similar in size, shape, and color to almost every other dog of that breed. Records of the dog's lineage is documented for as long as membership has been maintained with the organization. You can usually be sure that the animal will be free from genetic disease, and the dog will usually come with a guarantee. However, being purebred can also mean that the dog will certainly be prone to specific health issues clearly identified with each breed. You will be able to participate in dog competitions and award shows put on by these purebred organizations. (Return to FAQ) Do I really need to have "papers" for my dog? No. If your pet is only going to be your companion then you don't need "papers" from any organization, except maybe for identification purposes required by the laws of your state. If you don't plan on entering your pet into dog shows and you have no interest in winning ribbons and awards, then you don't need to bother with getting "papers" for your dog. If you're not planning to register yourself as a purebred breeder with these organizations, then you don't need their "papers" either. "Papers" to not make one dog any better than any other dog. "Papers" only mean that you belong to a private organization and abide by their rules and regulations. You and your dog can have a completely healthy and fullfilling life together without ever having any "papers" or membership in any private organization." (Return to FAQ) Can I enter my Yorkiepoo in Dog Shows? No. If you want to participate in competitions and have a desire to collect numerous award ribbons for your puppy then you are not looking for a Yorkie-Poo. Having a full length tail and being perceived as a mixed breed will automatically disqualify your animal from indulging in these superficial beauty pageants. Whether or not your dog is the most beautiful, intelligent, devoted and loving animal on earth, it will not be allowed to participate in shows that celebrate conformity. Besides, the Yorkie-Poo does not have the time for stressful pageant competitions and registered awards ribbons. The Yorkie-Poo is way too busy providing oodles of unconditional love to their human companions. (Return to FAQ)

Cosmetic Surgery Why does the Yorkiepoo have a tail? The Yorkie-Poo does not have to be surgically altered to conform to arbitrary collective doctrines of beauty by having it's tail docked short. The Yorkie-Poo can be proud to wag their tails high and let their freak flags fly. Personally, I do not perceive a dog's tail as a birth defect and I do not endorse the practice of canine cosmetic surgery. In my opinion, surgery should only be considered if the health of the animal is at risk. A dog's tail is essential communication equipment. The mood and playfulness of a dog is easily ascertained by the motion of it's tail. To cut the tail short is to deny your pet an expressive part of it's personality and possibly expose it to danger when other dogs are unaware of it's playful intentions. The American Kennel Club and the Yorkshire Terrier Club of America require their dogs to have the tails docked short and removed at birth. Other purebreds have their ears clipped to stand up straight. European and Canadian Kennel Clubs no longer require the practice of surgically altering a dogs appearance to fit some arbitrary definition of beauty. In fact, some communities have taken steps to outlaw this practice by purebred breeders altogether. (Return to FAQ)

Purebred Standards Are purebed standards for shape, size, and color written in stone? The standards for purebreds can change and can be dictated by the popularity of the breed at any particular time in history. Sometimes the standards are arbitrary concepts of beauty by breeders belonging in these private societies that set up their own rules and regulations concerning beauty and consistency. Originally, the Yorkshire Terrier was a larger farm animal that was used to track and eliminate rodents from the property. Over time, as the Yorkshire became more popular, the maximum weight limitation was lowered to seven pounds to accommodate the increasing number of apartment dwellers wanting a small house pet. While the established standards can be a useful guide to help you find the best kind of pet to suit your lifestyle, it is also important to realize that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. (Return to FAQ) Is the Yorkiepoo a mutt? Technically, since it is a cross breed between a Yorkshire Terrier and a miniature Poodle, then yes, the Yorkiepoo is a mutt. However, the negative connotations associated with the word "mutt" do not apply to the Yorkiepoo. Calling a dog a mutt brings to mind some diseased and ragged animal that is wild and unwanted and posses a danger to society. A tiny Yorkiepoo would not survive long on it's own in the wild and posses no threat to anyone. Yorkiepoos do not breed in the wild and they are small attractive animals that are highly desirable. Do not let registration requirements and subjective breed criteria prevent you from adopting the pet of your dreams. Many purebreds were themselves once mongrels descended from cross breeding, long before being indoctrinated into the breed standard's set today. Despite your own family tree, and your personal appearance at any given time, your dog will provide you with respect and unconditional love so, most importantly, please permit your pet the same respect that it shows to you. (Return to FAQ)

My Canine Companions Can you tell me a little about your Yorkiepoo family? The father, Bisket, is a light eater and always maintains a consistent weight of six or seven pounds. Bisket is three-quarters Yorkshire Terrier and one-quarter miniature poodle, hence, a Yorkie-Poo. Bisket's father was a two pound purebred Yorkshire Terrier while his mother was half Yorkshire and half gray toy Poodle. Bisket has a slight build and small digestive system requiring little food and making it easy to pick up the tiny squirts and tootsie rolls he leaves for me to find. More information about the Father can be found on Bisket's page of my web site. The mother, Matza, is purebred Yorkshire Terrier with AKC registered parents. She is considered overweight for the Yorkshire breed at eleven pounds. Immediately after her third litter with her milk sacks full for feeding her newborns, Matza weighed in at fifteen pounds. While Matza is purebred, she exceeds the maximum seven pound weight limitation of a purebred Yorkshire Terrier. Matza is big boned with a healthy appetite that leaves me with small lakes and single scoops of Häagen-Dazs to clean up after. More information about the Mother can be found on Matza's page of my web site. The son, Max, was the largest puppy from their first litter. As a young adult Yorkie-Poo weighing ten pounds, Max was seven-eights Yorkshire Terrier and one-eight toy poodle. Later he carried love handles and a large belly that placed him between eleven to fourteen pounds. Max's body type is a compromise between his two parents and a more detailed description of the comparisons can be found on his personal page, Max, in this web site. Photos of more offspring from Bisket and Matza, along with a few pictures of other types of Yorkiepoos, can be viewed on the Siblings page of this web site. (Return to FAQ)

Los Angeles Dept of Animal Services Breeder License #: U06-064427

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