Yorkie Poo — breed guide
Yorkshire Terrier crossed with a Poodle — the same cross as a Yorkipoo, spelled the way most owners write it.
At a glance
- Group
- mixed
- Size
- Toy
- Weight
- 2–6 kg (4–13 lb)
- Life span
- 12–15 years
- Coat
- Soft, wavy to curly; minimal shedding
Living with a Yorkie Poo
- Moderate energy — a proper walk every day.
- Heavy grooming — frequent brushing and regular trims.
- Barely sheds.
- Quick to learn.
- 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
Confident · Lively · Clever · Chatty
Health to watch
- Patellar luxation
- Dental disease
- Tracheal collapse
- Progressive retinal atrophy
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Yorkie Poo good with kids?
Generally yes. Yorkie Poos are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Yorkie Poo 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 Yorkie Poo need?
A real walk every day, around 30–60 minutes.
Can a Yorkie Poo handle hot weather?
About average — use normal hot-day sense.
Leash Life keeps a Yorkie Poo'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.