Boston Yorkie

United States

Boston Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

Brown

Black

Black
White
Brindle
Fawn
Brown

The coat of a Boston Yorkie falls in the medium length category.

Wiry

4-6 puppies per pregnancy

A Boston Yorkie 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.

Boston Yorkies are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Boston Yorkie breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Cataracts
Diabetes
Atopic Dermatitis
Dry Eye

Deafness
Gum Disease

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Serum Chemistry Panel Tests

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Boston Yorkies may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Boston Yorkie have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Boston Yorkies a breed that requires only a small amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people with busy lifestyles, elderly people or those who have limited mobility. They also make great pets for those who live in small apartments or have limited outdoor space.

Boston Yorkies dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Boston Yorkie dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Fetch, Walking, Playing fetch

Medium

Boston Yorkies are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

7 miles / week

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Yorkie, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

45 minutes

In general most Boston Yorkies usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Boston Yorkie is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Daily

Ideally, Boston Yorkie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

1 cups

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Boston Yorkie 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.

$1.10 - $1.40 / day

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

$35 - $42 / month

The average per month expenses of a Boston Yorkie is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 Boston Yorkie have below the average degree of obedience intelligence among other breeds. However, calling them “dumb dogs” is unfair. Where Boston Yorkies lack in obedience & working intelligence, they make up for it with their keen ability to understand human emotions.

This dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

Boston Yorkies are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Boston Yorkies are average friendly dogs towards children.

Boston Yorkies are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Boston Yorkies are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Boston Yorkies are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Boston Yorkies have an average level of playfulness. The Boston Yorkies, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Boston Yorkie dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.