YorkiePoo is originated from United States but Himalayan Sheepdog is originated from India. YorkiePoo may grow 46 cm / 18 inches shorter than Himalayan Sheepdog. YorkiePoo may weigh 40 kg / 88 pounds lesser than Himalayan Sheepdog. Both YorkiePoo and Himalayan Sheepdog has almost same life span. YorkiePoo may have less litter size than Himalayan Sheepdog. YorkiePoo requires Moderate maintenance. But Himalayan Sheepdog requires High 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 Himalayan Sheepdog comes from Nepal originally and was bred as a guardian for livestock. The exact location where the breed comes from is not documented well but it is thought that they come from North India and Nepal and they are rare outside of that area. They are a mountain dog – close in ancestry to the Himalayan Mastiff, and the Kinnaur Sheepdog of Tibet (Himalaya). All these Himalayan mountain dogs were all called “Gaddi dogs”. The term was used for all the large dogs no matter what their breeds actually were.
The Himalayan Sheepdog is called by various names depending on where they were from. They are called Gaddi Leopardhund in Himachai Pradesh, In Nepal they are known as Bhote Kukkur or Bhotiya. Then there are Chamba Gaddi dogs. They are an ancient breed that existed before documentation on breeds was kept.
They acted as both guardians and herders. They guarded the mountain men’s encampments as well as the livestock. They were also used at times to hunt large animals. Today they are found only within Nepal and India. These Himalayan Sheepdogs are on the verge of extinction in India. There are no breeding programs and their isolation has caused the dilution of the gene pool. It is not recognized by any clubs including the UKC and the AKC.
Basic Information
Origin:
United States
India
Weight Male:
40 - 45 kg
88 - 100 pounds
Life Span:
10 - 15 Years
9 - 14 Years
Other Names:
Yorkiepoopoo, yorkapoo, yorkerpoo, yoodle, yorkiedoodle, Porki
Bhotia • Bhotiya • Bhote Kukkur • Gaddi • Gaddi Leopardhund • Himachal Pradesh • Himalayan Guard Dog • Himalayan Mastiff Guard Dog • Himalayan Chamba Gaddi • HSD
Colors Available:
gold, blue, white, and parti-color
Black, fawn, light brown, beige
Coat:
smooth coat of silky and wavy hair,
rough dense long
Temperament:
Affectionate, Alert, Energetic, Gentle, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Stubborn
Affectionate, Courageous, Gentle, Independent, Intelligent, Loyal, Playful, Stubborn, Territorial
Grooming:
Moderate maintenance
High maintenance
New Owners Friendly:
Yes
No
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
The breed is a large dog, very athletic and strong. The Himalayan Sheepdog is muscular with a deep chest, strong neck and strong shoulders. It has a medium tail that is thick and busy, curled high over its back. It is a daunting dog that can be very intimidating. They have well padded and large paws. With a broad head and wide forehead, they have a strong, wide muzzle. Their ears are high on the head and hang from the sides. They have almond shaped medium eyes that are deep set with a black nose.
They are a very active and swift dogs. By their nature they are constantly in motion, patrolling their territory and guarding their flock and people. Their devotion to their people and their courage is the stuff of legends. Their coat is double with a large ruff around their necks that resembles a mane. The inner coat is dense and short while the outer coat is longer but dense as well.
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
Children friendliness
Yes with enough proper socialization
Special talents
Protection and loyalty
Adaptability
They are not especially adaptable and need a large yard. They are not good in an apartment.
Learning ability
Intelligent but stubborn and independent making them able to learn if they want to.
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.
This is a pretty healthy breed with very few health issues. They have the usual large dog issues.
- Hip Dysplasia – can cause lameness and/or arthritis
- Elbow Dysplasia – can cause lameness and/or arthritis
- Arthritis – can cause extreme pain and lameness
- Patellar luxation – kneecap issues that are painful and can cause lameness
- Obesity – they have a tendency to overeat and are not that active
- Glaucoma – can cause blindness
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 puppy
Feed the puppy 2-3 times a day with a total of two cups of a quality dog food for large breed dogs.
Feeding the adult
Feed the adult dog twice a day with 3 to 4 cups of a high quality dry dog food for large breed dogs.
Points for Good Health
They are very strong and athletic.
Games and Exercises
The Himalayan Sheepdog needs exercise but not to be overworked. They should be taken on long walks at least once a day. They might play fetch or run in a yard, but they don’t like too much exercise.
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