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Undestanding Yorkiepoo Temperament

Posted on 17 June 2009 by Melvin, Canine Rescuer

Despite being a mixed breed, the yorkiepoo has retained the characteristics and healthy genetics of its ancestors. If you are considering owning this breed of dog, you need understand yorkiepoo temperament.

yorkie-pooExtremely Sociable

A yorkiepoo is an extremely sociable breed of dogs. They seek enjoyment from being with their masters instead of being with other pets in the household. Longing for the companionship of familiar faces is one of their strongest traits so much so that it can be a source of depression for them if they are deprived of social interaction for an extended period of time.

When being socially neglected, yorkiepoos tend to bark incessantly and exhibit destructive behavior to make their masters aware of what they are feeling. If considering a yorkiepoo, you need to make sure that you can devote your time and energy to constantly being with your pet.

Alertness

Tracing their roots from Yorkshire terriers, yorkiepoos are extremely sensitive to suspicious noises and characters. Due to their bravery and extreme awareness of their surroundings, yorkiepoos are ideal watchdogs. Thus, you should be aware of the level of noise you will create before considering a yorkiepoo because their watchdog capabilities can make them susceptible to barking.

Intelligent

Since yorkiepoos are half poodle, they are extremely intelligent which makes them ideal for training. Their Yorkshire linkage can also contribute to their stubbornness. In terms of difficulty level, you can draw a line between their being a poodle and at the same time being a Yorkshire terrier.

The good genetics they inherited from their parents as well as their temperament makes the yorkiepoo a suitable pet to have in your household. But behind their suitability as a pet, you should also take into consideration the potential of the breed to be troublesome and problematic.

If you find yourself in such a difficult situation, the best way to deal with a troublesome yorkiepoo is being patient. Bear in mind that you cannot build a loyal and trustworthy companion overnight. Rest assured, the patience and effort that you exerted will pay off. In the end, investing your money on a yorkiepoo may be the best you will ever make.

Knowing yorkiepoo temperament can be vital to effectively dealing with your pet.
So you want to own and take care of a yorkiepoo? Cute and cuddly as they are, yorkie poos are ideal as a pet. They are a product of the union between a Yorkshire terrier and a poodle. Thus, the yorkiepoo is endowed with an appealing appearance.

1 Comments For This Post

  1. Debbie Says:

    I own a Yorkiepoo who seems to have a spilt personality. One minute he is cuddly and loving and then all of a sudden he becomes extremely vicious, growling, barking and would bite if you get too close. He has never been mistreated or abused so I am at a loss as to why he behaves this way.

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