Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

Energetic
Intelligent
Protective
Friendly
Obedient
Trainable

Yorkineses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

American Water Spaniels shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Avoid Yorkineses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

American Water Spaniels make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

United States

Yorkshire Terrier, Pekingese

spaniel, retriever

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®
DBR = Designer Breed Registry

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Fawn
Cream
Brindle
Gray
Blue
Silver

Black
Brown
Red
Sable

Yorkineses are known for their coat length.

American Water Spaniels have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Yorkinese can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An American Water Spaniel can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Yorkineses typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the American Water Spaniel breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Portacaval Shunt
Tracheal Collapse
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Mitral Valve Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Distichiasis
Lenticular Opacities
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease

Knee
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Endoscopy
Respiratory Tests
Heart Testing

Hip X-Rays
Heart
Eye Examination

Yorkineses are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

American Water Spaniels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Yorkinese has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

American Water Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Yorkineses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

American Water Spaniels need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Yorkineses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

American Water Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Playing, Chasing kitty, Brushing, Car rides, Walks, Chase, Tug-of-war, Laser, Wrestling, Walk, Fetch, Walking, Playing fetch, Catch, Everything, Catch ball, Chase tail, Frisbee, Tug of war, Cuddling, Sleeping, Exploring, Play, Loving, Dog Parks, Running, Playdate, Ball

Swim, Walk, Run

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Yorkinese, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For American Water Spaniel, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Yorkineses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most American Water Spaniels usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Yorkineses have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The American Water Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-14 pound (2 - 6 kg) Yorkinese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 30-45 pound (14 - 20 kg) American Water Spaniel feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Yorkinese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an American Water Spaniel is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Yorkinese is between $34 - $42. This makes an average of $408 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an American Water Spaniel is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Yorkinese is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

American Water Spaniels are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Yorkineses are not suitable for children.

American Water Spaniels make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Yorkineses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

American Water Spaniels are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Yorkineses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

American Water Spaniels are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Yorkineses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

American Water Spaniels are highly friendly around strangers.

Yorkineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

American Water Spaniels are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.