A Yorkie-Poo is a mixed breed that results from mating a Yorkshire terrier with a poodle. Quite often, the parents are purebred and the puppies are a 50/50 mix, but not always. Yorkie-Poo is the official name accepted by the American Canine Hybrid Club, although there are other commonly used names as well such as Yoyo-Poo or Yorkie-Doodle.

Some breeders also mate Yorkshire terriers with toy poodles or other toy dogs to achieve even smaller offspring. These pocket sized or purse size dogs, are very popular and can often be seen peeking out from inside a handbag. Who knew these tiny dogs would become such a fashion statement?

Having a mixed breed dog does have its benefits, often in terms of health, behavior, and other features such as not shedding. The Yorkie-Poo is a good example. This is a smart, good-natured mix that sheds little if any and they do not seem to be as problematic as other pets sometimes can be for allergy sufferers.

The Yorkie-Poo tends to be very playful and friendly, making it a great pet for children. They make the ultimate lapdogs and love to cuddle. They are said to be fairly easy to train, if rewarded. They make great family pets and look like “perpetual puppies” because of their tiny size and sweet faces. Kids won’t be asking for another new puppy soon simply because their existing pet has grown up.

A Yorkie-Poo can run the range in size from between four to ten pounds (1.8 and 4.5 kilograms) when full grown. These measurements are at the extreme ends of the spectrum. A dog weighing six to eight pounds (2.7 and 3.6 kilograms) is more common. Because these dogs are so small, it’s a good idea to add a bell to their collars when they’re puppies, to keep track of them better.

Coloring of Yorkie-Poos varies. Some have mixed coloring associated with Yorkshire Terriers, which is often brown, black, and white. Some have one solid color, which may be brown, golden red, white, or black. Others are mainly one color with just traces of another color.

Prices vary according to breeders, the way the dogs are bred, and if the dogs are registered. A 50/50 mix of purebred Yorkie with purebred poodle will obviously produce Yorkie-Poo puppies that go for higher rates. Cross-generational breeds tend to be a bit less expensive. Prices can range from $150.00 US Dollars to ten times that much.