Corkie — breed guide
Cocker Spaniel crossed with a Yorkshire Terrier — a small dog with a spaniel's softness and a terrier's opinions.
At a glance
- Group
- mixed
- Size
- Toy
- Weight
- 3–7 kg (7–15 lb)
- Life span
- 12–15 years
- Coat
- Silky to wavy, often long; needs regular brushing
Living with a Corkie
- Moderate energy — a proper walk every day.
- Heavy grooming — frequent brushing and regular trims.
- Light shedding.
- Trainable with consistency.
- Barks readily.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Can live with a cat, with a slow introduction and an escape route for the cat.
- Suits apartment living, given its daily walks.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Average heat tolerance.
- Feels the cold.
Temperament
Devoted · Bold · Chatty · Velcro
Health to watch
- Luxating patella
- Dental crowding
- Ear infections
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Did you know
Also written Corkie, Yorkie-Cocker or Corkshire Terrier; there is no standard spelling because there is no standard.
Questions people ask
Is a Corkie good with kids?
Generally yes. Corkies are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Corkie good with cats?
It can work, with management. Introduce them gradually, feed them apart, and make sure the cat has vertical space the dog cannot reach. Plan to manage it rather than assume it.
How much exercise does a Corkie need?
A real walk every day, around 30–60 minutes.
Can a Corkie handle hot weather?
About average — use normal hot-day sense.
Leash Life keeps a Corkie's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.