Mini Yorkshire Aussie

Dog Breed Profile

Mini Yorkshire Aussie History

The Mini Yorkshire Terrier is a cross-breed between a Yorkshire Terrier and an Australian Silky Terrier. The origins of the Mini Yorkie are unclear, but it is believed to have been first produced by a dog breeder named Robert C. Miller, who crossed a Yorkshire Terrier with a Australian Silky Terrier in the 1960s. The Miniature Australian Sphynx is a hairless cat that resulted from breeding a Sphynx and a Munchkin. The munchkin is a dwarf sized version of the Siamese. The Sphynx and the Munchkin are two different breeds, but are both descended from a common ancestor.

Time of Origin

1960s

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

Australian Shepherd, Yorkshire Terrier

Mini Yorkshire Aussie Physical Characteristics

The Mini Yorkshire is a miniature version of the Australian Shepherd breed. They are a small-sized breed of dog that typically stands between 16 and 18 inches high at the shoulder and weighs between 30 and 50 pounds. They have a long and muscular body with a rectangular build, long legs, and a smooth, short, dense coat of any color. They have a squarish head and a square muzzle. The Yorkie has bright, almond-shaped eyes. The jaws are powerful and the bite is scissor. The ears are rose-shaped and stand erect.

Eye Colors

Blue, Hazel, Brown, Amber

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

Blue, Red, Brown, Black

Height Range

Male Height Range: 8 – 18 inches

Female Height Range: 8 – 18 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 10 – 40 lbs

Female Weight Range: 10 – 40 lbs

Mini Yorkshire Aussie Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

10-15 yrs

Mini Yorkshire Aussie Health Concerns

Patellar Luxation, Deafness, Retinal Dysplasia, Hip Dysplasia, Tracheal Collapse, Portosystemic Shunt, Cataracts, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease, Microphthalmia, urolithiasis, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA), Canine Cushing’s Disease

Mini Yorkshire Aussie Temperament and Behaviour

The Mini Yorkshire Aussie is a loyal, playful and affectionate. They are a small dog that is easy to train and they love to please their master. They are smart and respond well to both verbal and non-verbal cues, so they learn quickly. They are alert, but not aggressive, and make good watchdogs. They get along well with other small animals, but do not like to be in a kennel.

Mini Yorkshire Aussie Activity Requirements

The Mini Yorkshire-Aussie is a great choice for people who love small, high-energy dogs. They are the smallest of the three Australian Shepherd breeds, and they have plenty of energy. A daily walk or run is an excellent way for Mini Yorkies to burn their energy and stay healthy. They also enjoy lots of play time in the yard. If you are an active person who lives in a home with a yard, a Mini Yorkie may be the perfect companion for you.