Readers have requested information about yorkie cross temperaments. I have compiled information in a chart below. 
Just as each puppy in a cross breed litter can look different, temperaments of cross breeds vary also.
The best way to predict possible temperaments of cross breeds is to look at the temperaments of each dog- the result may be any combination of the two groups of temperaments.
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Other Breed Temperament |
Yorkie Temperament |
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Chorkie |
Chihuahua AKC: A graceful, alert, swift-moving little dog with saucy expression, compact, and with terrier-like qualities of temperament. Negatives: Can be grouchy, self-centered. Not good around children or other breeds of dogs. Advantages: They are pleasant when kept happy. Love to be near their owners. |
Yorkshire Terrier AKC: The AKC site interestingly does not say anything about the yorkie’s temperament Negatives: Need a lot of attention, can develop separation anxiety when left alone too much, need a lot of socialization to avoid developing a snobby, stand-offish attitude, need a lot of grooming and brushing, can be difficult to housebreak, fragile and not good around younger children, bark at every turn Advantages: Small, can be great around older children, peaceful around other pets, doesn’t need a lot of exercise, great watchdog, do not shed- appropriate for those with allergies, inquisitive and beautiful |
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Morkie |
Maltese AKC: The Maltese seems to be without fear. His trust and affectionate responsiveness are very appealing. He is among the gentlest mannered of all little dogs, yet he is lively and playful as well as vigorous. Negatives: Can develop bossy, snappy behaviors if not reared correctly Advantages: Sweet, calm, loving, and gentle dogs, very small and cute, polite around people and dogs, long coat and doesn’t shed, very happy and playful |
Yorkshire Terrier Negatives: Need a lot of attention, can develop separation anxiety when left alone too much, need a lot of socialization to avoid developing a snobby, stand-offish attitude, need a lot of grooming and brushing, can be difficult to housebreak, fragile and not good around younger children, bark at every turn Advantages: Small, can be great around older children, peaceful around other pets, doesn’t need a lot of exercise, great watchdog, do not shed- appropriate for those with allergies, inquisitive and beautiful |
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Shorkie |
Shitzu AKC: Can be fun-loving, outgoing, happy, affectionate, friendly, and trusting of everyone. Negatives: Can have serious health problems, separation anxiety, stubbornness, snorting and snoring Advantages: A great companion and house pet, very sturdy bodies, come in a variety of colors that are acceptable for the breed standard, barks less than other small dogs, friendly with other people and pets |
Yorkshire Terrier Negatives: Need a lot of attention, can develop separation anxiety when left alone too much, need a lot of socialization to avoid developing a snobby, stand-offish attitude, need a lot of grooming and brushing, can be difficult to housebreak, fragile and not good around younger children, bark at every turn Advantages: Small, can be great around older children, peaceful around other pets, doesn’t need a lot of exercise, great watchdog, do not shed- appropriate for those with allergies, inquisitive and beautiful |
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Yorkie-Pom |
Pomeranian AKC: an extrovert, exhibiting great intelligence and a vivacious spirit, making him a great companion dog as well as a competitive show dog. Negatives: Very poor choice around children, strong-willed and needs an assertive owner, heavy shedding, often unstable temperaments Advantages: Gets along with other pets, energetic and smart, small and spunky, alert to strangers |
Yorkshire Terrier Negatives: Need a lot of attention, can develop separation anxiety when left alone too much, need a lot of socialization to avoid developing a snobby, stand-offish attitude, need a lot of grooming and brushing, can be difficult to housebreak, fragile and not good around younger children, bark at every turn Advantages: Small, can be great around older children, peaceful around other pets, doesn’t need a lot of exercise, great watchdog, do not shed- appropriate for those with allergies, inquisitive and beautiful |
Best yorkie cross temperament: This is impossible to say without knowing each individual’s needs. We all will look for different qualities; what one pet owner sees as desirable may be unbearable to another. For example, I would enjoy a Maltese-yorkie mix because the Maltese genes would most likely increase politeness, and both dogs do not shed- I have terrible allergies. Also both breeds are very happy, fun-loving and playful dogs. These are traits I adore. Some people love to spoil a Chihuahua to avoid snappiness, but I find it extremely annoying. Yorkie cross breed temperaments is a very interesting subject- I’m sure you will agree.
May 1st, 2010 at 6:47 pm
We have a beautiful 8 mo. old puppy, We have always owned dogs through our 53 married years. Wonderful memories!!! But this little girl WILL NOT housebreak!!! She has 4 puppy pads set up for her in 2 rooms,she occasionally uses them but will have no problem of relieving herself right in front of me. She is very intelligent,so that is not the problem.Now I think of how often I doubted someother people when they had problems with their pets ! We have never had such a little headache. I forgot to say that she is a Morkie.