Both Chiweenie and Yorkillon are originated from United States. Chiweenie may grow 12 cm / 5 inches higher than Yorkillon. Chiweenie may weigh 7 kg / 16 pounds more than Yorkillon. Both Chiweenie and Yorkillon has almost same life span. Both Chiweenie and Yorkillon has same litter size. Chiweenie requires High Maintenance. But Yorkillon requires Moderate Maintenance
Basic Information
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United States
United States
Life Span:
12 - 15 Years
12 - 14 Years
Other Names:
Chiwee and Mexican Hotdog,, Chiweeni or Chiweeny
Papa-ShirePapa-Shire • Papiyork • Yorkie Pap Papillon-Yorkshire Terrier Mix, Papillon-Yorkie Mix,
Colors Available:
Black, black and tan , brown
White, brown and white, light brown/golden, dark brown/chocolate, black and brown, black
Coat:
Medium, short, silky
Straight, medium, fine fine, soft coat
Shedding:
Moderate
Moderate
Temperament:
Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Courageous, Friendly, Intelligent, Lively, Loving, Loyal, Playful, Protective, Stubborn
Alert, Energetic, Friendly, Loving, Loyal, Playful
Grooming:
High Maintenance
Moderate Maintenance
New Owners Friendly:
No
Yes
History
The Chiweenie is a small dog developed in the 1960’s as a hybrid/cross between the Dachshund and the Chihuahua. Due to their small size and big personalities, they are an extremely popular designer breed. They are easy to care for and their personality and activity level is much like the Chihuahua side of the hybrid. The Chiweenie can look like either of its parents if it is first generation. If it is second or third generation it is likely to resemble the parents more as they already look like one of the two breeds. The second and third generations will look like the mix more than either of the originators.
The Chihuahua is the smallest breed of dog in the world and they originated in Mexico. The Daschund is a hunting dog from Germany with a long body and short legs. The Chiweenie is a nice looking cross breed that loves people and is very affectionate. They were developed in the United States.
The Yorkillon is a bighearted cross between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Papillon. They are small dogs with huge attitudes and big ears. They are known to be sassy and get into trouble. They are playful, affectionate and intelligent. They were initially developed in the US sometime about 20-30 years ago.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club as they are considered designer dogs or mixed breeds
Description
A first-generation Chiweenie can look like either of the breeds they are crossed with. However, the second and third generations will have the hybrid look for the most part. No two will look exactly alike however. They have a thin snout that is long on a small, domed head. They can have floppy or pointed ears, eyes that are large and expressive, a moderate tail and small feet. They can vary substantially in their appearances.
The Yorkillon is a small dog that can look like a Yorkie or a Papillon but most due have large ears like the Papillon. Both parent breeds have long hair and short legs. There is still a lot of first generation breeding, but most are now products of multigenerational breeding. This means that every puppy can look different and no two are likely to look the same.
Characteristics
This is an extremely popular hybrid or designer dog because they are so friendly, gentle, loving lapdogs. In addition, they love to play and cuddle. They are great for single or older people. If they live with a family it should be with older kids because younger kids might hurt them. Be careful how rough you play. They are small and can be hurt easily.
The Chiweenie is dedicated to their people and extremely loyal. They are also very cautious and can be nervous. They are always watching what else is happening in their environment and they will bark to alert you if they think there is something or someone out of place. They are not quiet dogs. They are great with other small dogs that they are raised with or used to but not with larger dogs, cats or other animals. They are jealous and protective. Train them out of or to avoid resource guarding. They can be stubborn about these things.
They will play constantly if you let them and they are great travel companions, although noises and activity around them does often annoy them. They are also courageous, clever, lovable and happy. Like most toy or small dog breeds you might have a difficult time housebreaking them and crate training is recommended.
1.Children friendliness yes but be careful the children do not hurt the small dogs. This is particularly true regarding the risk of tracheal collapse.
2.Special talents – loves to do tricks
3.Adaptability – can live anywhere in an apartment as well as a home, but he would prefer to have a fenced yard to run in.
4.Learning ability – extremely smart and very obedient
Health Problems
Chiweenies are a pretty healthy crossbreed with their most prominent issue being allergies. At the same time this hybrid might inherit any of the problems of either of their two parental breeds. These conditions might include:
Hypothyroidism
This is an issue with an overactive thyroid and can be controlled by medication.
- Dental Issues
- Hydrocephalus
The tendency for this would come from the Chihuahua parental genes and can result in brain damage but normally is not that bad.
Degenerative Disc Disease
The tendency for this would come from the Dachshund parental genes and if your Chiweenie has a long back you will need to be careful of jump and overzealous playing.
There are not a lot of hereditary health issues but there are some issues they can be prone to:
• Patellar Luxation – slipped knee caps can lead to lameness.
• Epilepsy – can be treated with medication.
• Diabetes – can be treated with medication
• Legg Calve Perthes Disease – blood disorder affecting hind leg bones.
• Heart defects
• Tracheal collapse
• Hip dysplasia – can cause lameness.
Caring The Pet
Feeding
Chiweenies regulate their own food intake, even as puppies. They should be fed twice a day and they are prone to dental issues. Dry food is absolutely recommended.
Health issues
In addition to the conditions listed above, the Chiweenie might inherit the issues that affect small dogs most often. This includes:
- Diabetes
- Some may become insulin dependent.
- Seizures
- There is medication to help control these if they occur. Hypoglycemia can cause these.
- Hypoglycemia
A sudden drop in blood sugar levels. This can happen if the dog has diabetes and it is unregulated or stress and poor nutrition can also cause it.
- And Luxating Patellas
- Floating kneecaps can cause arthritis and lameness.
- Ear infections are common.
Exercise and games
These are little dogs with a lot of energy and they burn up a lot of energy. They need to walk every day or have a full-blown play session in the house. They don’t need much space to play in.
1.Feeding the puppy Feed a high quality toy puppy food 3-4 meals per day a total of ¼ cup for the day.
2.Feeding the adult Feed a high quality toy puppy food 1-2 meals per day a total of ½ cup for the day.
3.Points for Good Health – No inherited issues.
4. Games and Exercises – These are high energy dogs as both parent breeds are such. They need to run, love having a fenced yard, 15-20 minute walks per day.
Comparison with other breeds
- Chiweenie vs English Bulldog - Breed Comparison
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- Chiweenie vs French Bulldog - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Beagle - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Yorkshire Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Poodle - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Rottweiler - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Boxer - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs English Pointer - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Siberian Husky - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Doberman Pinscher - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs American Bully - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Abruzzenhund - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Affenpinscher - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Afghan Hound - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Aidi - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Airedale Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Akbash Dog - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Akita - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Africanis - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Askal - Breed Comparison
- Chiweenie vs Atlas Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs English Bulldog - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs German Shepherd - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Golden Retriever - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Labrador Retriever - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs West Highland White Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs French Bulldog - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Beagle - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Yorkshire Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Poodle - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Rottweiler - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Boxer - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs English Pointer - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Siberian Husky - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Doberman Pinscher - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs American Bully - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Abruzzenhund - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Affenpinscher - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Afghan Hound - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Aidi - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Airedale Terrier - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Akbash Dog - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Akita - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Africanis - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Askal - Breed Comparison
- Yorkillon vs Atlas Terrier - Breed Comparison