Yochon is originated from United States but Estonian Hound is originated from Estonia. Yochon may grow 24 cm / 9 inches shorter than Estonian Hound. Yochon may weigh 11 kg / 24 pounds lesser than Estonian Hound. Both Yochon and Estonian Hound has almost same life span. Both Yochon and Estonian Hound has same litter size. Both Yochon and Estonian Hound 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.
In 1947, the Estonian Hound was developed and remains today the only pure breed ever developed in Estonia. At that time the national economic minister of the Soviet Union declared that every country in the USSR must have a national dog breed. Thus, the Estonian Hound and the Estonian Kennel Union were born. The Kennel Union is currently seeking breed recognition from the Federation Cynoloqique Internationale.
The Estonian Hound came from breeding local Estonian hunting dogs with several different breeds of foreign dogs. The Soviet decree also established that hunting dogs had to be no more than 17 inches high. This result in a hunting dog with great agility and drive that is extremely popular in now inependent Estonia. It is the national dog.
Basic Information
Origin:
United States
Estonia
Life Span:
10 - 14 Years
12 - 15 Years
Other Names:
Bichyorkie • Borkie • Yo-Chon • Yochon • Yorki-Chon • Yorkichon • Yorkiechon • Yorkie-Chon • Yorkie-Bichon • Yorkshire Frise
Estonian Scenthound, Gontchaja Estonskaja
Colors Available:
Black, Blonde, Brown, Cream, Dark, Brown, Golden, Gray, White
tan with black patches or blackish brown with red patches
Coat:
silky or curly very full coat
short, rough coat
Temperament:
Alert, Energetic, Friendly, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Playful
Affectionate, Cheerful, Energetic, Intelligent, Lively, Loving, Loyal
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 Estonian Hound is a strong, muscular body of medium size, with well-developed muscles and strong bones. It has a straight muzzle and skull with defined eyebrows and long drop ears. They have black noses and dark eyes. Their back is wide and straight, and their chest is deep and wide. They have skin that is tight with no wrinkles or folds anywhere.
The Estonian Hound is double coated, but the undercoat is not well developed. The top coat is rough, short and shiny. The tail has a thick covering of hair. The color is usually white with red patches, black or brown patches or yellow patches.
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
Children friendliness
The Estonian Hound is a happy dog and loves to play with children. He was bred to hunt though and he can get fixated on a scent and knock over a small child.
Special talents
He is a hunting dog with great agility and drive.
Adaptability
He has had to be adaptable through his short history and is now more a companion than a hunting dog. He can live in the city or country.
Learning ability
He is intelligent and trainable. He is lively and energetic and the challenge might be keeping his attention long enough to train.
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.
With such a young breed there have not been any studies done on their health or genetic issues. It seems the breed is fairly healthy but there is too little information to really say. Being confined to Estonia there has been little commercial or backyard breeding. He is less likely than most pure breeds to have genetic issues.
It is likely that dogs of his type are at risk for:
Bloat – distended or twisted stomach
Caused by excessive exercise before or after having eaten a large meal. It is suggested that you feed your English Setter twice a day, smaller meals and not right before or after strenuous exercise.
- Luxating Patella
- Leads to lameness and arthritis
- Allergies skin/food
- See vet if issues arise
- Respiratory allergies - It would be very important to see vet if any breathing issues arise
- Joint dysplasia -
This could be elbow or hip and can lead to lameness or arthritis
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 the puppy
Feed a high quality dry food made for puppies. Feed ¼ to ½ cup per day in 2-3 meals for the first six months.
Feed 1 to 2 cups in two meals from 6 months to a year or so.
Feeding the adult.
Feed about 2 to 3 cups in two meals.
Points for Good Health
As previously mentioned this seems to be a fairly healthy breed.
Be careful not to feed a large meal before or after exercise due to possibility of bloat.
Check their ears and clean them periodically.
Games and Exercises
The Estonian Hound is a hunting dog and needs a good deal of exercise – at least an hour and a half every day or a long walk if not used for hunting. He is a working dog with a lot of energy and stamina. Don’t let him off leash though or he will follow his nose and take off. He is usually calm and quiet indoors if he gets enough physical and mental stimulation outdoors. He can be destructive and loud, nervous and hyper if he doesn’t. They enjoy Frisbee, agility, tracking and of course hunting.
Comparison with other breeds
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