Hokkaido is originated from Japan but YorkiePoo is originated from United States. Hokkaido may grow 26 cm / 11 inches higher than YorkiePoo. Hokkaido may weigh 44 kg / 98 pounds more than YorkiePoo. Both Hokkaido and YorkiePoo has same life span. Both Hokkaido and YorkiePoo has same litter size. Both Hokkaido and YorkiePoo requires Moderate Maintenance.
Basic Information
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Japan
United States
Weight Male:
46 - 49 kg
101 - 109 pounds
Life Span:
11 - 15 Years
10 - 15 Years
Other Names:
Ainu-ken, Hokkaido-Ken, Dō-ken, Seta, Ainu dog
Yorkiepoopoo, yorkapoo, yorkerpoo, yoodle, yorkiedoodle, Porki
Colors Available:
black, and wolf grey, red, sesame, brindle, white
gold, blue, white, and parti-color
Coat:
double coat made up of protective, coarse outer guard hairs, and a fine, thick undercoat
smooth coat of silky and wavy hair,
Temperament:
Affectionate, Alert, Docile, Energetic, Gentle, Intelligent, Loving, Loyal, Responsive
Affectionate, Alert, Energetic, Gentle, Independent, Intelligent, Loving, Stubborn
Grooming:
Moderate Maintenance
Moderate Maintenance
New Owners Friendly:
Yes
Yes
History
The Hokkaido breed originates in Japan and is also called Ainu-ken, Ainu dog, Seta or Do-ken. The last being its common name in Japan. It is believed that the Hokkaido is descendent from the Japanese Matagi-ken, meaning hunting dog, deer hunting dog or bear hunting dog. It was the Ainu peoples that brought the breed to Tohoku. Many years later the Yayoi people brought in another breed of hunting dogs. These breeds were in isolation for most of their existence and therefore they had little influence on the further development of other breeds.
The Ainu dog was used in searches as well as hunting and became in 1937 “a rare species in Japan that is protected by law”. At that time the Official Name of the breed was set in place as Hokkaido-Inu. But they are still called Hokkaid0-Ken by most Japanese people.
This is a very rare breed of dog. It is hardly known outside of Japan and in country there are about ten to twelve thousand remaining. Of those about nine hundred to one thousand are registered in Japan every year. It is guessed that less than thirty exist outside Japan.
The Hokkaido breed is the oldest Japanese breed of dogs. Today they are great indoor companions, loyal and friendly. Most people in Japan still call them the Ainu dog.
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.
Description
The Hokkaido breed is medium in size but very strong in build. Dogs bred outside Japan tend to be smaller. They have wide, deep chests, and long thick coats compared with Japanese dogs from other breeds. It is a double coat of long fur on top and short softer fur underneath for the second coat. Their ears are triangular and small while their eyes have a triangle outline. The double coat could be sesame, white, red, black, black and tan and wolf-gray.
They are an intelligent breed with an impulsive gait. They are alert, courageous and suspicious. They were used for guarding the city gates. Their skull is flat and broad and the tongue, like the chow chow, is blueish. black. With a black nose and a wedge shaped muzzle, the Hokkaido is a handsome dog. His lips are with black and tight. High set, thick tail over the back or slightly curved to the side.
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
Characteristics
Children friendliness
Children friendliness very good with every member of the family and that includes children
Special talents
They have terrific stamina and good judgement
Adaptability
Good. They can adapt to live anywhere
Learning ability
They are intelligent and anxious to learn
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
Health Problems
Often breeds that are isolated like the Hokkaido, have a pretty good health history but there are a few serious issues that they face.
CEA- Collie Eye Anomaly
1/3 of all dogs have it while 2/3 are carriers. This disease is congenital and there is no cure. It affects the sclera, retina and choroid. It can be mild or it can cause blindness.
Hip Dysplasia
Affecting joints and cause arthritis and lameness.
Luxating Patella
Floating kneecap – not as prevalent here as in smaller dogs.
Heart Mumurs
Could be mild or serious. Could require a pacemaker.
Idiopathic Seizures
Seizures of an unknown origin. Can be treated with medication not cured.
Psychogenic Polydipsia
Excessive, uncontrollable urge to drink large amounts of fluid without a stimuli.
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.
Caring The Pet
Feeding the puppy
The puppy needs about 300 -400 calories per day in 3-4 servings per day
Feeding the adult
The adult dog needs about 250-350 calories a day to maintain good weight and health. Feed 2-3 times per day.
Health Factors
Strong, stamina
Games and Exercises
These dogs love exercise and definitely need it. They will get to be anxious or bored if they don’t get enough exercise. A back yard run is fine but remember that the Hokkaido is a jumper and make sure your fence is at least six feet high. They need daily walks even if you have a fenced yard. Martindale collars or harnesses are needed when walking them.
These dogs love games and competitive activities. They are good at hunting and guarding of course. There are other activities they can excel at and enjoy jogging, biking with you, and hiking. In competition they enjoy and are good at agility, flyball, lure coursing, rally, weight pull, dock diving, and obedience. They do not participate in confirmation.
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.
Comparison with other breeds
- Hokkaido vs English Bulldog - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs German Shepherd - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Golden Retriever - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Labrador Retriever - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs West Highland White Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs French Bulldog - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Beagle - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Yorkshire Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Poodle - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Rottweiler - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Boxer - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs English Pointer - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Siberian Husky - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Doberman Pinscher - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs American Bully - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Abruzzenhund - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Affenpinscher - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Afghan Hound - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Aidi - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Airedale Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Akbash Dog - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Akita - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Africanis - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Askal - Breed Comparison
- Hokkaido vs Atlas Terrier - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs English Bulldog - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs German Shepherd - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Golden Retriever - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Labrador Retriever - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs West Highland White Terrier - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs French Bulldog - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Beagle - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Yorkshire Terrier - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Poodle - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Rottweiler - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Boxer - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs English Pointer - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Siberian Husky - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Doberman Pinscher - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs American Bully - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Abruzzenhund - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Affenpinscher - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Afghan Hound - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Aidi - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Airedale Terrier - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Akbash Dog - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Akita - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Africanis - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Askal - Breed Comparison
- YorkiePoo vs Atlas Terrier - Breed Comparison