Also called Yorkie Poo, Yoodle, Yorkiedoodle, Yorkapoo · United States.
Canis lupus familiaris
A bright, bouncy and loving little dog that sticks close to its family.
| Size | Toy |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2 to 7 kg (4 to 15 lb)123 |
| Height | 18 to 38 cm (7 to 15 in)123 |
| Lifespan | 10 to 15 years23 |
| Coat | Silky, wavy to curly |
| Origin | United States.1 |
Ranges cover males and females and every standard linked on the line, so one standard alone may give a narrower range.
A typical home-care rhythm for a Yorkipoo. A starting point, not a vet's advice.
Moderate. About 30 minutes to an hour a day of walks and play; many enjoy agility or obedience training.132
Fits well into flats and smaller homes as long as it gets outdoor walks. Prefers a home where it is not left alone for long.12
Very people-oriented. Best with older, gentle children and usually friendly with other dogs; many live happily with cats.231
Brush daily or at least two to three times a week and plan a trim every 6-8 weeks. Clean ears weekly, trim nails every few weeks and brush teeth a few times a week.321
A good-quality food matched to its age, size and activity level.3
Feed your Yorkipoo at least two meals a day for adults, and three to four smaller meals for puppies. Stick to set times each day, and always follow the food label and your vet's advice on amounts.34
Offer a good-quality food suited to your Yorkipoo's age, size and activity level. Avoid dangerous foods like chocolate, grapes, raisins, xylitol, onions, garlic, and macadamia nuts, as these are especially risky for dogs.35
Pet Wiki's starting plan suggests a bath every 8 weeks, and general guidance says at least once every three months. Bathe more often if your Yorkipoo gets very dirty or has skin issues, but always use a dog-safe shampoo.6
Brush your Yorkipoo daily or at least two to three times a week to keep its soft, silky coat free of tangles. Pet Wiki's starting plan recommends brushing weekly, but more frequent brushing is even better for this low-shedding breed.3216
Trim your Yorkipoo's nails every few weeks, or sooner if you hear them clicking on the floor. Cut a little at a time, stopping before the quick (the pink part), and use a proper dog nail trimmer.3216
Your Yorkipoo needs about 30 minutes to an hour of walks and play each day. Many enjoy agility or obedience training, and daily exercise keeps them happy and healthy.132
Brush your Yorkipoo's teeth a few times a week (daily is ideal) using dog toothpaste only. Check ears weekly and clean gently without pushing anything into the ear canal; ask your vet for the best cleaning method.3216
A Yorkipoo typically lives between 10 and 15 years. With good care, regular vet checkups and a loving home, many enjoy a long, happy life.23
Yes, Yorkipoos are usually good with older, gentle children and are friendly with other dogs. Many also live happily with cats, but always supervise early interactions.231
Yorkipoos are very people-oriented and prefer not to be left alone for long periods. If you must leave them, start with short absences and provide toys, but it's best to have someone around most of the time.12
Written from the sources on this page, a few checked guides (VCA, ASPCA, RSPCA) and Pet Wiki's own starting care plan. A friendly guide, not a vet's advice.
The conditions the breed clubs and health schemes name for the Yorkipoo. Most animals of the breed never get them; this is what to ask a breeder or an insurer about.
The kneecap can slip out of place, a common problem in both parent toy breeds; ask for knee checks on the parents. Common in Yorkshire Terriers and Toy Poodles; listed for the cross by mainstream breed references ↗
Loss of blood supply to the head of the thigh bone causes hip pain and lameness in young small dogs. Known in both Yorkshire Terrier and Toy Poodle parents ↗
Not veterinary advice: for your own animal, ask your vet.
Running costs for a Yorkipoo, built from current prices in each country: food scaled to the weight of the breed, insurance to its size, the rest per country. The purchase price and unplanned vet bills come on top.
| Foodabout 30 kg of dry food a year | 98 GBP ↗ |
|---|---|
| Routine vet care | 345 GBP ↗ |
| Pet insurancetypical policy, varies by breed and age | 326 GBP ↗ |
| Dog tax | 0 GBP ↗ |
| Licence and registration | 12 GBP ↗ |
| Gear to start | 531 GBP ↗ |
| Microchip and registration | 26 GBP ↗ |
Estimates from the sources linked on each line. Food: a complete dry food at about 3,600 kcal/kg at the NRC maintenance energy for the average weight of the breed. Insurance: a typical adult policy scaled by size; real quotes depend on breed, age and cover.
No breed-specific rule names the Yorkipoo in the 61 countries we check. General dangerous-dog laws still apply everywhere, and some cities keep their own lists.
See the rules and sources for every country
Laws change and local rules exist; this is a sourced overview, not legal advice.
Small dogs like Yorkipoos are at greater risk of dental disease, so daily tooth care matters and treats should be tiny. Keep treats to 10 percent of daily calories, as a healthy weight also helps protect a delicate windpipe.
Source: petmd.com
Not veterinary advice. Check with your vet first if your pet has allergies, a health condition, is on a special diet or is pregnant. Treats should stay a small part of the daily food. Cut to a safe size and supervise. Terms of use
The Yorkipoo is a crossbreed of a Yorkshire Terrier and a Toy Poodle or Miniature Poodle, and its name is a portmanteau of the two parent breeds.7
I woke up on my cozy cushion and gave my human a kiss. Then we went for a walk, I sniffed every bush and wagged at a squirrel. Back home, I played a game of fetch with my tiny ball. After lunch I sat on the sofa and watched the street, barking once at the mailman. In the afternoon I learned a new trick for a treat. Now I'm curled in a lap, sleepy and loved. It was a perfect day.
A made-up story, just for fun. Not advice of any kind.
The Yorkipoo is an US designer cross of the last few decades, made by pairing a Yorkshire Terrier with a Toy or Miniature Poodle. Breeders wanted a small, low-shedding companion. The Yorkie side goes back to terriers brought to Yorkshire by Scottish workers in the 1800s.31
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Text is written in our own words from these sources.
Yorkshire Terrier
Maltipoo
Shih-poo
Chorkie