Yochon is originated from United States but Neapolitan Mastiff is originated from Italy. Yochon may grow 42 cm / 16 inches shorter than Neapolitan Mastiff. Yochon may weigh 70 kg / 154 pounds lesser than Neapolitan Mastiff. Yochon may live 5 years more than Neapolitan Mastiff. Yochon may have less litter size than Neapolitan Mastiff. Both Yochon and Neapolitan Mastiff 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.
An ancient breed, the Neapolitan Mastiffs are massive dogs with a history of protecting their family and their property. The breed has deep rooted protective instincts and they are very frightening in appearance. The Neapolitan is of the Molosser group of dogs, all of whom probably came from the same line. It is known that all the mastiffs in Europe are descendants of the Tibetan Mastiff. The Tibetan Mastiff is considered the most ancient of all canines.
The Asian Mastiffs came from India to Greece around 300 BC with Alexander the Great. Then the breed was brought to the Romans by the Greeks and then introduced them in their circus in fights. Another possibility is that around 500 BC the mastiffs came to Britain from the Phoenicians. Either way the Roman Molossus is the ancestor of the Neapolitan Mastiff.
The Romans crossed the breed with the English Mastiff around 55 BC and developed a premiere war dog that was called a Mastini.
The breed eventually became extinct in Europe with the exception of Campania. The breed was recognized in 1946 with the standard accepted in 1949. However, it is believed that the Neapolitan Mastiff has been continuously present in Campania for over two thousand years. The breed was initially developed as war dogs and for the Roman coliseum spectacles.
In 1946 Dr. Piero Scanziani established a program to breed them in Italy. He wrote the breed standard in 1949.
Today the Neo is a farm dog, an army dog, a police dog and a guard dog. They were shown in Italy for the first time in 1946 but only in 2004 was the breed recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC). It was 1973 when the Neapolitan Mastiff Club of America was born and 1996 when the standard was approved by the AKC. They are still a rare breed in the United States.
Basic Information
Group:
Toy dog
Molosser dogs
Origin:
United States
Italy
Weight Male:
61 - 79 kg
134 - 175 pounds
Weight Female:
51 - 69 kg
112 - 153 pounds
Life Span:
10 - 14 Years
7 - 9 Years
Other Names:
Bichyorkie • Borkie • Yo-Chon • Yochon • Yorki-Chon • Yorkichon • Yorkiechon • Yorkie-Chon • Yorkie-Bichon • Yorkshire Frise
Can'e presa • Italian Mastiff • Italian Molosso • Mastino • Mastino - Mastini plural • Mastino Napoletano • Neo
Colors Available:
Black, Blonde, Brown, Cream, Dark, Brown, Golden, Gray, White
black, mahogany and tawny, blue, chocolate, gray
Coat:
silky or curly very full coat
straight, dense, short
Temperament:
Alert, Energetic, Friendly, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Playful
Alert, Courageous, Independent, Intelligent, Loyal, Protective, Quiet, Stubborn, Territorial
Grooming:
Moderate maintenance
Moderate maintenance
Trainability:
Moderate
Moderate
New Owners Friendly:
Yes
No
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 Neapolitan Mastiff is a massive dog , so powerful and very intimidating in his looks. With an incredibly large head and hanging folds and wrinkles, the Neo is an impressive animal. His inner nobility and dignity is evident in his stance and the way he holds himself. He is relaxed, calm, quiet yet imposing none the less. His coat is dark whether black, tawny, gray or mahogany. He is muscular beyond imagination. The Neo is 10-15% longer than he is tall.
On his massive head his eyes are deep set and covered by his eye lids that droop. His eyes are blue as puppies then dark and coordinated with his coat. and his nose is large and the color of his coat. Ears are natural or can be cropped, and they carry their tail straight and curving back. The Neo has round paws and arched toes.
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
Older children in their family. No toddlers or strangers.
Special talents
Protective yet quiet, calm, relaxed
Adaptability
No they won’t adapt well to apartment living or to strangers.
Learning ability
They are intelligent and trainable but must be socialized and know the human is the alpha or they will take over.
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.
The Neapolitan Mastiff is prone to many of the same issues as any massive, extra large breed. The most common of these is Cherry Eye.
Other issues include:
- Hypothyroidism – treated with medication
- Elbow Dysplasia – can cause lameness or arthritis
- Hip Dysplasia – can cause lameness or arthritis
- Cardiomyopathy – heart issues
- Bloat or Gastric Dilation Volvulus – can be fatal, needs immediate attention
- Sensitivity to Anesthetics
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
Neapolitans grow fast and so don’t overfeed when they are young. Lower protein and higher fat content.
Feeding the adult
Don’t overfeed the adult as they can become obese.
Games and Exercises
This big hearty breed needs exercise but not too much. They overheat easily. The puppy will push himself, so you have to make sure he doesn’t over do it. No tug of war games. They need a long walk twice every day.
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