YorkiePoo is originated from United States but English Water Spaniel is originated from United Kingdom. YorkiePoo may grow 26 cm / 10 inches shorter than English Water Spaniel. YorkiePoo may weigh 15 kg / 33 pounds lesser than English Water Spaniel. Both YorkiePoo and English Water Spaniel has almost same life span. Both YorkiePoo and English Water Spaniel has almost same litter size. YorkiePoo requires Moderate maintenance. But English Water Spaniel requires Low maintenance
History
The YorkiePoo is a hybrid cross between a toy Poodle and a Yorkshire Terrier. These two breeds are extremely popular as therefore so is the crossbreed. Yorkiepoos were developed a little over ten years ago in the United States. They were developed as hypoallergenic toy dogs that are easy to take care of.
They are toy sized, healthy and calm. Each pup is different from the others depending upon the characteristics they develop from their parents and across multi-generational breeding. They are small watch dogs and bark for intruders. It is believed they were developed sometime in the past twenty years or so.
The English Water Spaniel breed is extinct and has been since the early 1900’s. It was last seen in the 1930s. The breed was a hunting breed, diving for duck and hunting other waterfowl. Legend has it that Shakespeare was referring to this breed of dog in Macbeth when he refers to the “water rug”. Again, in Two Gentlemen of Verona one of the character states about another that “She hath more qualities than a water-spaniel.’
The English Water Spaniel came along before the Irish Water Spaniel and had a part in the development the Curly Coated Retriever, the American Water Spaniel and the Field Spaniel. The English Water Spaniel looks somewhat like a Poodle/Springer Spaniel cross or a Collie. It is not known whether the English Water Spaniel was part of the development of the Irish Water Spaniel.
When the English Water Spaniel was first developed the UKC had a “Water Spaniels other than Irish” and the English Water Spaniel had no standard written and accepted for it yet. But by 1967 the breed was extinct. Still the American Water Spaniel and the Flat Coated Retriever are believed to be descendants of the English Water Spaniel.
Basic Information
Group:
Toy dog
Sporting dog
Origin:
United States
United Kingdom
Life Span:
10 - 15 Years
10 - 14 Years
Other Names:
Yorkiepoopoo, yorkapoo, yorkerpoo, yoodle, yorkiedoodle, Porki
Water Dog, Water Rug
Colors Available:
gold, blue, white, and parti-color
liver and white
Coat:
smooth coat of silky and wavy hair,
dense, waterproof, doublecoated
Temperament:
Affectionate, Alert, Energetic, Gentle, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Stubborn
Affectionate, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Loyal, Stubborn, Territorial
Grooming:
Moderate maintenance
Low maintenance
Trainability:
Easy
Moderate
New Owners Friendly:
Yes
Yes
Description
The YorkiePoo was developed with the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodles. Some are now being bred with miniature poodles instead. This has created some variety in the size of the YorkiPoos. Serious breeders have stuck with the toys so that there will be more consistency and reliability in the cross breed.They are small watch dogs and bark for intruders
Resembling the Springer Spaniel, poodle, collie and setter the English Water Spaniel has very little in common with the Irish Water Spaniel in respect to looks. The English has a narrow and somewhat longer head their than other spaniels and they have long furry ears. Their body is stout, and they are shaped like a barrel – more like a Clumber. With long legs and large feet, it is ready to take to the hunt. There coat was waterproof, and their toes were webbed.
Characteristics
Children friendliness yes be careful young children don’t hurt him
2.Special talents intelligence and bold nature
3.Adaptability can live anywhere
4.Learning ability very high unless negatively reinforced then stubborn
The English Water Spaniel was aloof with strangers but loyal with his hunter. He was a little stubborn and an excellent water dog. They loved being in the water and could enter it without making any noise so as not to frighten his prey. He was highly intelligent and trainable. He also was very affectionate with his people.
Health Problems
Like most designer or hybrid breeds, the general health of the YorkiePoo is pretty good. They are prone to some illness however that their parents might have. This might include:
• Hip dysplasia – can lead to lameness.
• Elbow dysplasia – can lead to lameness.
• Von Willonbrand’s Disease
• Epilepsy
• Patellar Luxation – slipped kneecaps can lead to lameness.
• Hypothyroidism – causes lethargy, skin issues.
• Thrombopathia
• Atopic dermatitis – should be treated right away.
• PSS Portosystemic Shunt – stunted growth, seizures, abnormal behavior.
The English Water Spaniel is a fairly healthy breed given to some fairly common disorders such as:
Hip Dysplasia
Can lead to lameness and arthritis
Cardiac abnormalities
Arterial fib and flutter and other problems that could lead to death.
Degenerative Myelopathy
This is a disease seem in several “Dwarf” breeds such as Corgis, as well as in many spaniels. This is the canine version of Lou Gehrig’s Disease or ALS and it is fatal.
Caring The Pet
1Feeding the puppy toy high quality puppy kibble feed 3-4x day
2.Feeding the adult toy high quality adult kibble feed 2x day
3.Points for Good Health -
4. Games and Exercises agility, obedience are great for this hybrid. They need social interaction and stimulation.
Feeding
The English Water Spaniel is not an overly energetic dog and has a tendency to over eat. Feed him 1 to 1.5 cups of high quality dry dog food over two meals each day.
Health issues
In addition to the health issues mentioned earlier, the English Water Spaniel is also prone to:
Baldness
Pattern baldness – is genetic and occurs on the neck and back of the hind legs.
Cataracts
English Water Spaniels can have these in old age like most other breeds.
Retinal Dysplasia
Clumps form in the retinal tissue and can lead to blindness
Exercise and games
The English Water Spaniel was a worker and an outdoor athlete at a time before organized canine games and activities such as agility and flyball. They loved to swim, and they loved to hunt. Without a job to do they could become barky and destructive.
Comparison with other breeds
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