Important Things About the Yorkshire Terrier Mix
In owning a Yorkie terrier mix, you have the joy of choosing the very best among the litter. You can share this joy with other dog lovers who desire a Yorkie puppy. A Yorkie is a great dog breed and this is the reason why they are so popular. They are lively, and they love to learn. But for your new pet to be healthy, it requires discipline that is consistent and firm.
It is no wonder that many people adopt this kind of dog because of its cute personality. But it does not mean that you should adopt it without giving it the proper care that it needs. This article will tell you how to train your Yorkie terrier to become obedient and a well-behaved pet.
The first thing that you have to do when adopting a Yorkie mix is to consider the breed characteristics. The breed is naturally curly and short-haired with lustrous and silky long hair that covers the whole body. There is also an option for the owner if he or she wants to have a curly coat of the crossbreed. You can choose the type of coat that suits your preference.
Many breeders prefer the non-purebred variety as pets instead of purebred ones.
You will find both types of this breed in the show standards and show records and even in the American Kennel Club’s registered purebred registration category. However, you can encounter many mixed breed terriers such as the Yorkie terrier mix from Canada and the British terrier from the United Kingdom that have been crossed with the purebreds.
When you are planning to own one of these non-purebreds, you should know that the breeding between the two breeds might lead to serious health issues. Therefore, it is a much safer bet to go for the purebreds.
The Yorkshire terrier mix has been crossbred with the Saint Bernard terrier and the English bulldog. The result is a very strong and athletic dog with a dense fur coat. This breed does require grooming because of its very dense hair but you can manage that yourself. It is very friendly and loyal to its family and loves all children. Even if it is only half-human, you can still cuddle and play with it.
The Yorkie terrier mix is another famous breed. Its name was derived from the dork, a small, cute and sweet breed of fish.
These terriers were bred to be friendly and affectionate and to swim. These dogs are very intelligent and they can learn new things quickly.
The health problems of the cookies are not as severe as the teacup poodle or the toy poodle. Their coats do have a dorky look, but overall these dogs look pretty good. They have clean skin and are free from many health problems.
However, there is one problem that these dogs have and this is hip dysplasia. This condition is quite common in these breeds. It is characterized by abnormal formation of the bone in the hip joint and it can lead to severe pain and suffering in the animal.
When you are considering buying a Yorkie terrier mix, you must make sure that you are getting the healthy and the socialized kind. Avoid those puppies that are ill-looking and those that have a lot of health concerns. As long as you are aware of these tiny differences and you are choosing the right Yorkies, you will have a great pet. Just remember that training and socialization should always be given priority over artificial breeds.
Meet Rose Camilla, an expert in the Terrier dog breed and an active writer and publisher. Camilla has been working with Terriers for over 12 years and her passion for them has only grown stronger with time. She has dedicated her life to understanding, training, and writing about Terriers.
