Breed Characteristics
| Type: | Mix |
| Family: | Herders |
| Function: | Working |
| Origin: | Australia |
| Preferred Climate: | Any Climate |
| Group: | Toy |
| Life Span: | 12-15 Years |
| Hypoallergenic: | No |
Australian Yorkshire Terrier Build Information
The Australian Yorkshire Terrier is a small dog, most often weighing no more than 12 pounds, with curly fur and pointed ears. The most common coloring for its coat is black or brown, blue merle or red merle, and sometimes golden.
| Size: | Small |
| Length (Male): | 13-20 in. |
| Length (Female): | 14-16 in. |
| Weight: | < 14 lbs |
| Litter Size: | 4 - 5 Puppies |
| Tail Dock or Crop: | No |
Behaviour and Personality
The Australian Yorkshire Terrier is a cross between a Yorkshire terrier and an Australian Shepherd, and is a great family dog that is loving and eager to please owners. It generally has a strong territorial instinct, which can be lessened at an early age if properly socialized.
| Activity Level: | Moderately Active |
| Affection Level: | Very Affectionate |
| Aggressiveness Level: | Easy |
| Barking: | Quiet |
| Dominating or Submissive?: | None |
| Energy Level: | Moderately Active |
| Good to Other Pets: | Very Friendly |
| Guardian Skills: | No |
| Independant: | No |
| Kid Friendliness: | Very Friendly |
Appearance
The Australian Yorkshire Terrier sheds very little and requires minimal brushing and grooming to maintain its appearance.
| Colors: | Black, Black & Tan, Blue, Blue Merle, Gold, Light Brown |
| Shedding: | Moderate |
| Grooming: | Low Maintenance |
| Coat Type: | Wiry |
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Breed Talents and Facts
Yorkshire terrier x Australian Shepherd mix.
| Training: | Moderately easy to train |
| Hunting Companion: | No |
| Jolly for Jogging: | No |
| Sighting Capabilities: | No |
| Ideal for Tracking: | No |
| Retrieving Skills: | No |
| Pointing Breed: | No |
| Herding Skills: | Yes |
| Dutiful Watchdog: | No |
| Security Guard Capable: | No |
| Police Performer: | No |
| Wet Water rescues: | No |
| Assist Disable Owners: | No |
| Dog Sledding: | No |
| Able to Perform Dog Carting: | No |
| Agile/Zippy: | Yes |
| Obedient: | Yes |