Yochon is originated from United States but Chinese Shar Pei is originated from China. Yochon may grow 28 cm / 11 inches shorter than Chinese Shar Pei. Yochon may weigh 16 kg / 35 pounds lesser than Chinese Shar Pei. Yochon may live 3 years more than Chinese Shar Pei. Both Yochon and Chinese Shar Pei has almost same litter size. Both Yochon and Chinese Shar Pei requires Moderate maintenance.
History
The Yochon is a “designer dog” – a cross between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Bichon Frise. They are not a purebred and are not recognized by purebred dog clubs such as the American Kennel Club (AKC). They are small, playful, families dogs. Most of them bear the best characteristics of each of their founding breeds, but because they are crossbreeds and most will be multi-generational cross breeds, there are no two dogs alike.
Though not recognized by the traditional purebred clubs they are recognized by several hybrid canine clubs. The cross was developed in the United States.
The Chinese Shar-Pei is originally from Canton, China. The Shar-Pei has a blue-black tongue and many deep wrinkles. They have more wrinkles as a puppy than the adult dogs do. They are one of the rarest breeds in the world and are considered a basal breed – meaning their existence predates modern canines. Most canines are related to the gray wolf through genetic admixture. However, there are breeds like the Siberian Husky, the Greenland Dog, Finnish Spitz and the Shar Pei are all related to the Taymyr Wolk of North Asia through admixture. The Shar Pei is found throughout the centuries in Chinese artwork, especially found during the Han Dynasty, and are considered one of the most ancient of breeds on earth today. In this period, they were fighting dogs then became beloved pets. Today the Tibetans still use them as fighting dogs.
Following the Communist Revolution, the Char Pei was almost extinct until Margo Law saved the breed. During this time, they smuggled around 200 dogs into the United States. All the dogs in the United States today come from those 200 dogs. They were accepted in 1992 into the AKC. The dogs served as trackers, hunters, ratters, guard dogs and herders.
Basic Information
Group:
Toy dog
Non sporting dog
Origin:
United States
China
Life Span:
10 - 14 Years
10 - 11 Years
Other Names:
Bichyorkie • Borkie • Yo-Chon • Yochon • Yorki-Chon • Yorkichon • Yorkiechon • Yorkie-Chon • Yorkie-Bichon • Yorkshire Frise
Shar-Pei, char pei
Colors Available:
Black, Blonde, Brown, Cream, Dark, Brown, Golden, Gray, White
cream, red, blue, black silver sables, black bronze sables, isabelle (silver shading on a dilute-colored dog), cream dilute, flower (white with either blue or black patche , apricot dilute, lilac, chocolate, five-point red, sables, chocolate dilute, black, red fawn, brown
Coat:
silky or curly very full coat
Horse-coat, Brush-coat and Bear-coat
Temperament:
Alert, Energetic, Friendly, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Playful
Affectionate, Alert, Courageous, Independent, Intelligent, Loyal, Responsive, Stubborn
Grooming:
Moderate maintenance
Moderate maintenance
Trainability:
Moderate
Moderate
New Owners Friendly:
Yes
Yes
Description
Yochons go by many different names but in general they are toy dogs, weighing in at under 20 pounds, most weighing 6-12 pounds. They have black noses, long tails, and round eyes. Their muzzles are blunt and their skulls are also round.
They have fluffy, full coats that can range from tan, to brown to black. They can also be white or cream. Their ears can be either hanging or erect.
The Chines Sar Pei has what if known as a Horse-coat which is prickly, harsh, and rough to the touch on one direction and rough to touch on the other. Western Shar Peis can be Horse, Bearcoat and Brush. The Brush is longer and smoother while the Bear coat is rare and in-between the two. The Bearcoat is not accepted by the AKC while the other two types of coats are.
The Shar Pei should have a hippo shaped head, a black-purple tongue, black mouth, deep set almond shaped dark eyes, small ears and red coats. His profile is square, and his muzzle is full and wide. Most Shar Peis only have facial and neck wrinkles left as adults.
Characteristics
1 Children friendliness -yes very good but watch careful that children do not hurt them as they are so small and fragile.
2.Special talents – Loves families and playing
3.Adaptability – adapts well to apartments can play indoors
4.Learning ability – intelligent and independent
The Shar Pei must be socialized early to other people, children and animals if he is to be friendly with them. He is loyal to his people and instinctively wary of strangers. He will be completed devoted to his people, but he is reserved and independent. They can be aggressive and territorial if not socialized. They are stubborn, loving and loyal. They are dominant, brave and playful. They are great watch dogs. Keep them busy because they tend to think a lot independently and if they don’t have a job they may create one.
Health Problems
Both founding breeds are vulnerable to a few medical conditions. These include:
• Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease – insufficient blood to hind legs, thigh bones causing lameness.
• Patellar Luxation – slipped kneecaps can also cause lameness.
• Dental Issues – keep teeth brushed and cleaned.
• Hypothyroidism – can be treated with medication.
• Reverse Sneezing
• Allergies
• Collapsed Trachea due to small size – be careful with them at all times.
Because of the rushed and inexperienced breeding programs in the United States due to the popularity of the breed, there are many health issues in the North American version of the Shar Pei. Their life expectancy is generally under ten years. They are prone to:
- Familial Shar Pei Fever - congenital
- Atopic Dermatitis – due to skin and coat conditions
- Skin Infections – due to skin and coat conditions
- Amyloidosis – Long term related to FSF
- Entropion eye issues
- Ear infections
- Vitamin D deficiency hereditary
Caring The Pet
3.Feeding the puppy – do not overfeed. Use a high quality puppy toy breed kibble. Feed 3-4 X day.
2.Feeding the adult – do not overfeed. Use a high quality adult toy breed kibble. Feed at least twice a day.
3.Points for Good Health hearty/general good health and stamina
4. Games and Exercises does not need a lot of exercise . They enjoy obedience and agility trials.
Feeding
Feed a good quality dry dog food but do not overfeed. You should feed twice a day about one cup per six pounds for puppies. Adults should have two cups a day.
Health issues
• Familial Shar Pei Fever – congenital and serious. This produces fevers that can last from 24 hours to three days. Swelling around the ankles is due to fluid retention.
- Atopic Dermatitis – due to skin and coat conditions hereditary
- Skin Infections – due to skin and coat conditions hereditary
- Amyloidosis – Long term related to FSF and leads to renal failure.
• Entropion eye issues – eyelashes curl in and inflame the eye. Can cause blindness if not treated. Requires surgery.
- Ear infections – yeast infections – clean them often.
- Vitamin D deficiency hereditary – causes swollen hocks syndrome and fever.
Exercise and games
Both as a puppy and an adult this is a pretty active dog. He needs at the very least to be walked every day or have a back yard to play in. They are sensitive to heat so bring them in when its really hot and don’t walk them in the heat. They love to play, are athletic and competitive. Try agility, tracking, rally and obedience trials.
Comparison with other breeds
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- Yochon vs Long Haired Chihuahua - Breed Comparison
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- Yochon vs Russian Toy Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Yochon vs Franzuskaya Bolonka - Breed Comparison
- Yochon vs Phalene - Breed Comparison
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- Yochon vs Snorkie - Breed Comparison
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