Chorkie Puppy Information by Jean Marie Bauhaus, Demand Media Google Dog Care Behavior Chorkie Puppy Information 3 Email Print A chihuahua is one of the parent breeds that makes up a chorkie puppy. A chihuahua is one of the parent breeds that makes up a chorkie puppy. What do you get when you cross two of the worlds tiniest dog breeds? A furry little ball of intense cuteness, otherwise known as a chorkie puppy. Although its difficult to know exactly what youll get with a mixed breed, taking a look at the chorkies parent breeds, the chihuahua and the Yorkshire terrier, should give you an idea of what to expect. Have a question? Get an answer from a Vet now! Designer Dogs A chorkie is an example of a designer dog, a mixed breed made up of two popular dog breeds. You might have heard of a labradoodle or a cockapoo, both of which are designer dogs that mix a poodle with a Labrador retriever and a cocker spaniel, respectively. In the case of a chorkie puppy, the parents are a chihuahua and a Yorkshire terrier. Although such crossbreeds are considered high end, theyre really no different from other mixed breed dogs in that its impossible to predict exactly which traits theyll inherit from their parent breeds. In other words, they dont breed true to an established breed standard. Chihuahuas The chihuahua is the worlds smallest dog breed, named for the Mexican state in which members of the breed were first discovered. Although they appear fragile, chihuahuas actually are hardy little dogs who are known for their big attitudes and lack of awareness of their tiny size as much as for their big ears. They tend to be intensely loyal, affectionate, intelligent and playful, with an affinity for toys and stuffed animals. They generally prefer laps to other surfaces, and tend to be enthusiastic barkers, which makes them great watchdogs. Chihuahuas come in long-haired and short-haired varieties, and their coats come in every color and range from solid to various combinations of markings. Yorkies The Yorkshire terrier, or Yorkie, is a member of the Toy group. Originally considered a working-class breed, the Yorkie was bred in the 19th century for catching rats in textile mills, it didnt take long for these diminutive dogs with silky coats to climb their way up the social ladder. Known for being brave and determined little explorers, Yorkies tend to be laid back and highly adaptable, which makes them great travel companions. Their distinctive long, silky coats with blue and tan markings make them easy to identify. Health Considerations Purebred dogs tend to have genetic predispositions to various medical conditions, and chihuahuas and Yorkies are no exception. Although mixed breed dogs tend to be hardier than their purebred parents and less likely to inherit the congenital defects of either breed, if youre considering a chorkie puppy, you should be aware that Yorkies and chihuahuas are predisposed to hypoglycemia, patellar luxation (dislocation of the kneecap) and tracheal collapse.
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