Yorkshire terrier mix

Yorkshire Terrier Mixed Breeds - With Chihuahuas, Maltese, Pomeranians and Poodles

Yorkshire terrier mix

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Yorkshire Terrier Chihuahua Mix: "Designer breed" is a term that was coined to represent the intentional cross breeding of various purebred dogs to create a hybrid with the most desirable characteristics of both. In general, mixed breeds like the Yorkshire Terrier Chihuahua mix tend to have less predictability in size, temperament, etc. Some breeders and owners believe that mixed breed dogs tend to have less health problems, as there is a more diverse gene pool.

The Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkie was originally bred in the 1800s and has become a popular breed of small dogs. This compact dog makes a great companion and does equally well in a small or a large home. The Yorkie also makes a good watchdog and requires almost no exercise to stay in good shape. The Chihuahua is a graceful, alert, and swift-moving toy dog, usually compact, weighing around 6 pounds, and has a terrier-like temperament. The coat can be either smooth or long. The Chihuahua makes a good companion dog and is perfect for apartment life. They are intelligent, learn very quickly, and respond well to gentle training.

A Yorkshire Terrier Chihuahua mix would, therefore, combine the best qualities of both the breeds and, ideally make the perfect pet.

Yorkshire Terrier Maltese Mix: The Maltese is from the Bichon family and one of the oldest European breeds dating back to about 1500 B.C. First brought to the United States in 1877, the Maltese became a popular lapdog. They have beautiful long, silky, white hair and are gentle-mannered and very affectionate, playful and animated. Despite their tiny size, they have the vigor to be excellent companions. They are intelligent and easy to train. Standing 10 inches tall, weighing 4 - 6 pounds, they make good apartment dogs and great pets for the elderly who can take the time to groom and play with them.

Yorkshire Terrier Maltese mix dogs are quite popular. Many dog fancier websites and pet related WebPages list Yorkshire Terrier Maltese mix dogs or puppies for sale.

Yorkshire Terrier Pomeranian Mix: The Pomeranian is a compact and active toy dog. It has a softer but dense undercoat overlaid with a harsh outer coat. Weighing from 3 to 7 pounds, it is a small dog and does well in smaller spaces. It is an extrovert by nature, and has great intelligence and good spirit, making it a good companion dog as well as a keen and competitive show dog. They enjoy the company of either human or canine friends and this makes them one of the popular toy breeds for pets.

The Yorkshire Terrier Pomeranian mix dogs are very popular as hardy but lovable family pets. Regular listings of available Yorkshire Terrier Pomeranian mix dogs and puppies for sale can be found easily at any of the hundreds of dog related, dog show, or pet sites.

Yorkshire Terrier Pomeranian Mix: The Poodle is recognized for its intelligence and makes one of the best canine companions one can have. It is one of the oldest dog breeds known to man. They generally are of three sizes: Toy, which is best for apartments, retired people and so on; Miniature, which is medium sized, small enough to suit apartment living but large enough for rough and tumble as a child's companion; and Standard which makes a good therapy dog or hunting dog.

Yorkshire Terrier Poodle mix dogs are not too common, but can be found. To buy a Yorkshire Terrier Poodle mix dog, contact a dependable breeder.