YorkiePoo is originated from United States but Volpino Italiano is originated from Italy. Both YorkiePoo and Volpino Italiano are having almost same height. YorkiePoo may weigh 7 kg / 15 pounds lesser than Volpino Italiano. Both YorkiePoo and Volpino Italiano has almost same life span. Both YorkiePoo and Volpino Italiano has almost same litter size. YorkiePoo requires Moderate maintenance. But Volpino Italiano 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.
This Italian bred dog is Spitz-type and very ancient. The Spitz breeds have been around since at least 4000BC. Archeologists have found remains that match the Spitz heritage of fox like heads, curly tails, erect small ears. In Greece in 400BC there were engravings of these dogs. Michelangelo painted the breed as he lived with one. In 1888, the Queen of England – Victoria – brought 6 back to England from Florence.
The Italians have loved the Volpino for centuries. These little dogs that resemble the Pomeranian so much but existed much before them. It was very early in the history of the domesticated dog that the Volpino moved from north to south. The Italians called them Volpino because it means foxy dog. They also called them Lupino which means wolfy dog.
The breed was never seen outside of its home range in Italy until the 1880’s and it is still a rare breed. However since the 1980’s the breeders of the American Eskimo brought some from Italy to the US and claimed they were American Ekimo runts. They interbred the Volpino with the American Eskimo creating the toy and mini Eskimo.
The Volpino was a guard dog alerting the Mastiffs to the presence of intruders. The Mastiff would then respond to the intruder. The Volpino was also a popular companion animal due to their easy temperament and their high intelligence level. However they grew less popular and by 1965 there were only a few registered dogs left. There was an attempt to revive the breed in 1984 when dogs that still lived on farms were used as new stock. Even with this, they remain a rare breed and only about 4000 are alive throughout the world.
The Volpino have been denied AKC registration or stock registration as they are considered to be too much like the American Eskimo Dog. However they are recognized by the FCI, the UKC, the ENCI (Italian National Kennel Club), the North American Volpino Club, the Volpino Italiano Health and Genealogy Club and the Volpino Club of America.
Basic Information
Origin:
United States
Italy
Life Span:
10 - 15 Years
14 - 16 Years
Other Names:
Yorkiepoopoo, yorkapoo, yorkerpoo, yoodle, yorkiedoodle, Porki
Cane del Quirinale Florentine Spitz Italian Spitz Pom Spitz Volpino
Colors Available:
gold, blue, white, and parti-color
fawn, mostly white in past were black, honey, sable, champagne, red
Coat:
smooth coat of silky and wavy hair,
long and bushy coat
Temperament:
Affectionate, Alert, Energetic, Gentle, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Stubborn
Affectionate, Curious, Energetic, Intelligent, Loyal, Playful
Grooming:
Moderate maintenance
High maintenance
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
The Volpino is about the same size as the Pomeranian and smaller than the American Eskimo Dog. They are a rare breed and they have a soft, thick coat and they can be red, white or champagne. With the pointed ears and muzzles, they do look like a fox. They have large thick tails curling over their back and they have double coats.
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
Characteristics
1Children friendliness yes but better with older children than young ones
2.Special talents – loyalty and playfulness – people are his specialty
3.Adaptability very could live anywhere
4.Learning ability high loves to learn, very intelligent
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.
Health Problems
The Italian Volpino has better health than most dogs due to so much isolation for so many years. However they are susceptible to some diseases and genetic issues.
• PLL Primary Lens Luxation – Genetic mutation of the eye. Very painful and usually occurs between 4 and 8 years of age. Usually results in euthanasia.
• Patellar Luxation – moving knee cap – can result in lameness and/or arthritis.
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.
Caring for Pet
1Feeding the puppy small meals 3-4 times day don’t overfeed feed small breed food
2.Feeding the adult small meals 2x day don’t overfeed small breed food
3.Points for Good Health general excellent health
4. Games and Exercises
don’t require much Agility, nose work, and rally
Comparison with other breeds
- Volpino Italiano vs Yorkshire Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Chihuahua - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Morkie - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Havanese - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Chorkie - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Pekingese - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Chinese Crested Dog - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Chiweenie - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Chug - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Affenpinscher - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Brussels Griffon - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Chipoo - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Chiapom - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan) - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Long Haired Chihuahua - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Bichon Bolognese - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Russian Toy Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Franzuskaya Bolonka - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Phalene - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Bugg - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Cockachon - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Shih Tzu - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Silky Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Snorkie - Breed Comparison
- Volpino Italiano vs Toy Bulldog - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Yorkshire Terrier - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Chihuahua - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Morkie - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Havanese - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Chorkie - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Pekingese - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Chinese Crested Dog - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Chiweenie - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Chug - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Affenpinscher - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Brussels Griffon - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Chipoo - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Chiapom - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs English Toy Terrier (Black & Tan) - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Long Haired Chihuahua - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Bichon Bolognese - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Russian Toy Terrier - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Franzuskaya Bolonka - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Phalene - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Bugg - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Cockachon - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Shih Tzu - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Silky Terrier - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Snorkie - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Toy Bulldog - Breed Comparison