I put an order in to buy a Yorkie-Poo and a Chi-Poo. I have some questions about the breed? Please read...!?

Question

I put an order into a breeder that breeds breeds like Chi-Poos, Bichon-Poos, Yorkie-Poos etc. to buy a female Yorkie-Poo (paid a deposit of $250 - total cost is $700) and a female Chi-Poo (paid deposit of $350 - total is $820). I have a few questions about these breeds as I can't find much information on them. I looked at http://dogbreedinfo.com and it said to research both breeds, so, that's what I did. I researched everything there is to know about Yorkies, Chihuahuas and Poodles. I still have some questions about the mix breed, not the individual breed. First, will they shed as much (crossed with Poodle, should shed less)? What would it's temperament be? How will they react to my 4 y/o male (N) Bichon Frise and my 7 y/o female (S) Maltese? How big will they get (weigh & height wise)? Are they good with cats? Are they good with kids of all ages?

For those who don't know, I want these dogs as PETS, not to breed.

All my dogs and cats are spayed and neutered and I have not bred any of my now or furture pets. I have always believed in spay and neuter and have not had any un-wanted births.

I have been to shelters in the past and I have adopted many dogs from there before. My Maltese is a rescue dog and I am very happy that I could save the life of this beautiful dog.

I have checked around (newspaper, online, breeders, pet shops etc.) and have not found any other breed/s that I am interested in.

I know how to look after dogs, I am very happy to groom them each and every day, feed them, walk them (I walk them every day for 20-40 mins), play with them, and always love them. I have the time, love and money to care for another two puppies and that's why I want these dogs. If anybody else has BREED SUGGESTIONS, I would LOVE to hear them. I would like a medium-small dog, not TOO much shedding, likes walks everyday and can get along with other dogs, cats and kids.

Also, when is a good age to spay them? I got my Bichon when he was 12 weeks old and I spayed him when he was 6 months old but by then he had already started marking his territory, humping etc. and it took over 4 months to break him of that ugly habbit. I don't want my females doing any of that so would it be OK to spay when I get them? So you know, I'm getting them in two weeks. The Chi-Poo will be 14 weeks old and the Yorkie-Poo will be 12 weeks old. I would spay at around 16-18 weeks of age. Would that be OK or is it safer (with small/toy breeds) to wait until they are 6 months old?

b.w.

If I have the money to pay for them and that's the breed I want and have looked into, why do you care how much I pay for a dog? Many people pay over $2500 for a PUREBRED - how stupid is that? I would rather pay $700-$900 each for two dogs rather than $900 for a purebred Chihuahua, $900 for a purebred Toy Poodle and $1200 for a purebred Yorkie.

torbaynewf

Why would you say that? Because I have enough money for a beautiful dog like a Chi-pOo and a Yorkie-Poo. If I want the dog, I will get it. I don't want to "ADOPT A MUTT FROM THE SHELTER" and save a life, that's not my doing. Why should I spend $280 on a 5 year old mutt from the shelter when some idiot bred it for money and now, doesn't care about the poor dogs that once, paid a bill.

And for who ever gave me the thumbs UP, thank-you, I feel good to think that someone appreciated my question enough to refrain themseld from yelling at me and calling me a idiot or a moron or some other word.

Dane Lover

I would have though that being a vet, you would be on my side of the story. I am not buying from a puppy mill/farm or a pet shop or a bakcyard breeder. I am buying from a responsible, dog lover who breeds designer dogs. Most of their dogs are AKC Regd. and he promised me that Yorkie-Poos (not so much Chi-Poos) are being considered by the AKC to let it be a recognised breed. He said it could take from 3 to 8 months until the Yorkie-Poo becomes a recognised breed but he suggested that I wait until it does because everyone will be asking me when my dog is 1 year old (because it will be recognised then), if they can have it. I can't wait!

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE, AKC, MAKE THE YORKIE-POO AND THE CHI-POO A RECOGNISED BREED! PLEASE AKC PLEASE AKC PLEASE AKC PLEASE AKC PLEASE AKC PLEASE AKC PLEASE AKC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 1

As mentioned by others, these are not specific breeds.

Maybe look at getting a dog from a breed that there is more known about their temperament. Or, alternatively, look into adopting a "mutt" from the Humane Society or local shelter.

Answer 2

"he promised me that Yorkie-Poos (not so much Chi-Poos) are being considered by the AKC to let it be a recognised breed. He said it could take from 3 to 8 months until the Yorkie-Poo becomes a recognised breed"

I'm sorry, but that's an outright lie and I guarantee that this guy knows it. Even if Yorkie Poos had a breed club dedicated to getting AKC recognition, which there is not, they are many years away from achieving AKC recognition. There is a whole lot of history and establishment that a breed needs to do before they can pursue recognition with AKC, and Yorkie Poos haven't even started the process. It's not a matter of AKC wanting or not wanting to recognize a breed... there is a long process that takes several years at the fastest. I know this isn't what you want to hear, but this guy is feeding you a line of utter nonsense.

As far as asking what the pups will be like, the bottom line is that mixing two different breeds is completely unpredictable. You could get a dog that's more like Yorkie, more like Poodle, or somewhat different from both of them.

Make sure you get health clearances IN WRITING on your prospective pup's parents. This goes for all of the important health tests formally required for EACH parent breed... not "the vet said they were clear to breed" (vets do not deal with genetics!).

I know you don't want to think that this guy is a sheister, but the vast majority of people who take their AKC dogs and make mixes with them do so because their AKC dogs aren't adequate to breed back into their own breed or because it's easier to market and sell designer dogs. I wouldn't have an opinion as to his honesty except for the fact that he's trying to convince you that these dogs will be AKC recognized in the next year. Even if it happens some day, there is absolutely no way in this reality that it could happen in the next year or two. If he's not scamming you, then he has severely limited understanding of what he's doing. Either one is not good. Sorry.

Answer 3

You cannot predict temperament or anything with a cross breed dog, not even how they are going to look. A mutt is not worth over $50. You have thrown your money away. A reputable breeder does not breed mixed breeds, so a breeder who does breed these types of dogs does not care about the health of the dogs or about anything other than the money they are making selling these dogs to people like you who are willing to pay for these dogs..Where I live you can buy any of the purebreds you mention for the price you are paying for the mutts. If you wanted a mixed breed, you should have gone to the shelter and adopted one and for a small fee, you cpuld have had a spayed/neutered dog, with all vaccines, temperament tested, everyhing, instead of a toss of the dice as to what you will get.

Answer 4

Wow, thumbs down for the idiot above. Because crap kennel club number 1 and cra- kennel club number two accepts them does NOT make them a breed. The definition of Hybrid means mix. So it's likely the Hybrid kennel club accepts MIXED dogs and slaps papers on them to justify irresponsible breeders. As for the designer dog kennel club, boy would I like to meet the person who started that. Designer breeds are nothing more then these mutt dogs bred together constantly to make money. Once again, another kennel club around for the sole purpose of promoting BYB and Puppy Mills. No TRUE kennel club, like the AKC, UKC, Or CKC (Canadian Kennel Club) accepts any of these designer mutts. To be a registered purebred, a dog must breed true generation after generation. Meaning that when you put mommy and daddy together, you will know what the daughter will look like and act like. These designer mutts do not breed true, there is too much variation to even be CONSIDERED a purebred. So, yorkie poos are mutts. Yes, all mutts deserve homes, but do not call it a breed when it's not.

Answer 5

Where on Earth did you get the information that Yorkie-Poos are going to become an AKC recognized breed in less than a year?

The BREEDER told you that? Of course... they'll tell you anything to get your money. I'm sorry to say, but you were deceived. The AKC has NO INTENTION of accepting "designer dogs" into its registry. The ONLY breed pending with the AKC right now is the Beauceron, which will become eligible for registration in March of 2007. And, for the record, the Beauceron is NOT a designer dog.

Here is the AKC's official position on mixed breed dogs:
http://www.akc.org/breeds/mixed_breeds.cfm

I don't mean to be the messenger of gloom and doom, but it seems as if you've heard the resounding answers of the masses, and you're unhappy about it.

I personally don't care how much you spend on these dogs, or anything else for that matter. I just don't want to see anyone DECEIVED by breeders into thinking they're going to have an AKC-REGISTERED dog in a few months. They are not pending, nor will they ever be.

EDIT: It looks like this is your first post, at that. Welcome to Yahoo! Answers... you picked a pretty outspoken board to start out on.

And another thing... most, if not ALL, reputable breeders only breed ONE TYPE of dog. Your breeder has Chihuahuas, Bichons, Yorkies and Poodles, which they are crossing to make at least three "designer dog types." (I won't dignify it by referring to it as a "breed.") You have to consider your source when you research... NO reputable breeder has four seperate breeds producing three mixes at any given time. It doesn't matter if her purebreds are AKC registered or not... as soon as they cross-breed, it won't make a bit of difference.

Answer 6

The one and only thing I liked about your question is when you said that all of your pets have/are spayed and/or neutered.
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Why in the WORLD would you pay $700 and $820 for two mutts when you can buy a mutt in any shelter for $50-$150? People like you who buy mutts from BYBs are just helping BYBs make a living with their profits and increase the demand of BYB designer breed/mutts.
JUST BECAUSE THEY ARE CROSSED WITH A VERY LOW SHEDDING POODLE, THAT DOES NOT MEAN THEY WILL NOT SHED AS MUCH/AT ALL. PEOPLE WHO BUY THESE DOGS THINK THAT IT'S NOT GOING TO SHED. REALITY CHECK. THEY ARE *CROSSED* WITH A DOG THAT SHEDS. IT COULD TAKE AFTER POODLE OR ........... SO DO NOT THINK IT WON'T SHED *AT ALL*.

No way to tell how big it will get, how much it will grow, what it's temperament is, whether they are good with cats etc.
Why don't you just cut your losses, forget about the stupid mutts that you plan on adding another $1000 on and go and ADOPT a MUTT from a shelter. You are SAVING A LIFE. Just imagine how good it will feel. You will know that you have saved a homeless animal from possible death. I couldn't think of anything better. Why go through obedience, housebreaking, teathing etc. when you can have a lovely mutt from the shelters?

Edit: I completely agree with ' Redawg J ' when she said that the Terrier in her may come out more and she will not get along with the cats.
If you get the "YORKIE POO" (Ugh, I HATE saying stupid names like that. It just degrades the whole dog and the dogs it's crossed with) and the Terrier comes out with the other dogs and the cats, what are you going to do? Get rid of the " YORKIE POO"? Get rid of the CATS? Get rid of the other DOGS? Get rid of ALL the other pets? You need to think about that.

Edit 2: Also, I'm just wondering who would give a person who is considering buying 2 MUTTS from a BYB, a 'thumbs up'? Some people...

Edit 3: Yes hun. You know, they're also going to recognise breeds like the "**** POO", "BICH POO", BOXERDOODLE", "CARKIE", "CHI-CHI", "COCK-A-MO" and all the other STUPID designer breeds. You just keep listening to that fabulous breeder that you're willing to give $1000 for two MUTTS. SOME PLEOPLE JUST *AMAZE* ME!!!!!!

Answer 7

And the "designer dog" hits keep on rolling!!!

Are you being serious, "are they good with cats?" You'll be lucky if you get a dog with all the normal parts (eyes, legs, ears, etc.), I wouldn't worry about how they'll be with cats!!

Please stop calling these dogs a "breed".
Listen to the intelligent answers and forget this moron of a breeder you are considering buying from. Although you consider yourself a responsible pet owner, I am disappointed to hear that you are even listening to his story. You could very well be a good owner to your current pets, but PEOPLE LIKE YOU KEEP PUPPY MILLS IN BUSINESS!!! Stop buying these dogs!!

Answer 8

Firstly, you are paying way too much for a dog that is not a purebred!! I have a yorkiepoo and he is great! He has the tenacity of a terrier, and just a little of the lap dog suckie baby of a toy poodle. Lots of personality! You may get them fixed as early as 4 months, and I suggest you do, since these little guys are bad for inappropriate humping and peeing in the house! Now, if you do decide to get the yorkiepoo, you should be aware that because of the terrier in it, there may be some fights and he may not get along with your other dogs...but you may be okay, just make sure you have a plan if the yorkiepoo decides he will not tolerate your other dogs!

Answer 9

They aren't breeds they are mixes and people who delibrately breed mixes are irresponsible. $700 & $820 are way too high a price to pay for a mix especially coming from a puppy mill...there is no way of knowing if they will shed more or less or somewhere in between since they are mixes.Just because they are crossed with Poodle doesn't mean anything as far as shedding is concerned.There is no way of knowing exactly how big they will get..again they are mixes and may take more after one parent's breed then the other or be somewhere in between.
When it comes to mixes it is a guessing game...some have traits from one breed some from the other and still others are something inbetween inherting from both sides.

Instead of paying such ridiculous prices for a mix and lining the pockets of a puppy mill you should check out shelters & rescues..they are full of "poo" mixes of all types. You not only will be saving a ton of money, you will have the added benefit of giving a deserving dog a home and a chance at life and won't be encouraging a BYB/Mill.

These are mixes NOT breeds so there is no telling what you will be getting..also coming from a mill there is no way of knowing what the health & temperament will be like. It will be a crap shoot. I hope that you will be prepared to spend a lot of money on vet care since the majority of mill puppies either already have or later develop health issues and many also develop or come with behavior & temeprament issues.
As a vet tech I deal with dogs both purebred & mixes from Mills/BYB every day. I see the heartbreak many people face with these puppies/dogs and see the money they need to spend on defects/illness and often it doesn't have a happy ending.
As a trainer I deal with a lot of behavior issues and temperament issues from Mill/BYB dogs..some ends up fixable after a while some do not..Many of these dogs are nerotic, aggressive or
timid. Many have lifelong housetraining issues.

If you looked for a responsible, ethical breeder you would find that you could get a well bred purebred pet puppy for the same or lower price (yes you can...I know for fact) then you can these mixes. In addition you will be getting a dog who you know how big it will be, you will know of health issues that might be in the line,you will be getting a puppy from health tested parents, who have either been shown or evaluated to make sure they meet breed standard, who will be backed by their breeder, whose temperament you will know and whose breeder would help you pick out the puppy best suited to you and your family and other pets. I have extensive expereince with dogs & breeders of all types. I am friends with many responsible breeders of many breeds of dogs. I am familiar with purebred prices.

I'm sorry but you are buying from a mill.. this person delibrately is breeding mixes, is breeding more then one breed, is doing so for profit, doesn't do health testing and what's worse is they are lying to you.

" he promised me that Yorkie-Poos (not so much Chi-Poos) are being considered by the AKC to let it be a recognised breed. He said it could take from 3 to 8 months until the Yorkie-Poo becomes a recognised breed but he suggested that I wait until it does because everyone will be asking me when my dog is 1 year old (because it will be recognised then), if they can have it. I can't wait!"

Sorry but the above is a bunch of crap...not one of the "designer" breeds is even close to being considered for recognition by AKC or any other legit registry. This person is selling you a bill of goods.They aren't even close to meeting the criteria necassary to even be remotely considered..


I have a LOT of experience in this area and work closely with the Federation on just such sales tactic crap that is being spread out there by these types of people to lure unsuspecting people in for the "kill". I am very involved in AKC registration info and stay updated through the Federation and a newsletter from AKC on just this garbage that these people spread about their designer dogs "becoming recognized by AKC ". We are doing as much as we can to educate people before they fall for this falsehood.


"I am buying from a responsible, dog lover who breeds designer dogs. Most of their dogs are AKC Regd."

Responsible and designer breeds don't go together. AKC and designer breeds don't go together. Being AKC means absolutely nothing, especially in this case..the puppies are still nothing more then mixes/mutts.

Sweety, you are being taken , you are being conned by a "salesman" with all the "right words " he thinks you want to hear..He is using all the MILL cons so he can insure that he makes a sale....please, please, please don't fall for it, don't set yourself up for heartbreak and to be suckered by this unscrupulous person.

Answer 10

who told you that the akc would ever recognize a mixed breed dog is out of their league and their mind . I mean girlfriend come on all this money out on mixed breeds ? you need to rethink this one . I am not being mean just honest . these dogs have been bred purely for profit and you are supporting that. do yourself a favor and go down to the humane society and get yourself a mixed breed dog for about 50 to 100 hundred dollars . you will be saving a life and have an extremely wonderfull dog . What possessed you to pay all this much money for mixed breeds ? dont understand your way of thinking . Well I guess it takes all kinds to make a world folks. good luck .