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Are you looking to adopt an adorable, active small dog who has plenty of personality? If so, why not consider the Mini Yorkshire Aussie! Here’s a dog that has all the qualities you may look for in a dog. They’re intelligent, sweet-natured, and love working! But there’s even more to these small dogs than what we can share here!
Read on to learn more about the Mini Yorkshire Aussie! We’ve put together information about these dogs so you can determine whether this is the right dog for you and your family. Let’s get started!
What is a Mini Yorkshire Aussie?
The Mini Yorkshire Aussie is a hybrid dog that’s a mix of a purebred Miniature Australian Shepherd and a purebred Yorkshire Terrier. You can’t get more adorable than this small hybrid dog! These dogs are fairly new when it comes to dog breeds, so not much is known about the history of these dogs. However, we can learn more about them by taking a quick look at both purebred parents.
Quick Overview of the Miniature Australian Shepherd
The Miniature Australian Shepherd was developed by breeders in North America, who developed these dogs from a group of small Australian Shepherds. These dogs are smaller than traditional Aussies, but they are hardy and athletic. They also come in the same colors as their larger Aussie cousins.
Mini Aussies are full to overflowing with energy and are playful dogs. They’re very trainable, protective, and highly intelligent canines. The dogs are best for families who enjoy staying active outdoors, though they also make great companions for pet parents who live in the city. The key is to ensure these dogs get plenty of daily exercise.
One downside of these happy small dogs is that if they’re left alone for long periods, Mini Aussies can develop separation anxiety. They also require plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. The dogs also love having work to do.
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The other purebred parent of the Mini Yorkshire Aussie is the Yorkshire Terrier! Yorkies are small dogs that originally came from England and Scotland. They were used to catch rats and other vermin. This is a dog that’s usually got a lot of confidence!
Yorkies are famous for their long, silky hair and their adorable cuteness. And because they’re small, Yorkies can easily travel just about anywhere. You can sometimes spot the small head of a Yorkie peeking out of a purse at the supermarket! They’re so cute!
Yorkies are highly intelligent dogs who want to be with their families. They make wonderful companions for families, singles, seniors, and more. However, they can sometimes be aggressive toward other dogs. And they may chase other small animals and pets.
Even so, the Yorkshire Terrier is a cute, loving, small dog that makes a lovely companion.
With parents like these, how could a Mini Yorkshire Aussie go wrong?
The Mini Yorkshire Aussie usually stands between 8 to 19 inches tall and weighs between 12 to 40 lbs. They have a life expectancy of 13 to 20 years.
Mini Yorkshire Aussie Appearance
Mini Yorkshire Aussies are small dogs that have the characteristics of both purebred parents. However, these are hybrid dogs, which means there’s no standardized appearance for these small dogs. Each dog is a unique creation and may take after their Yorkie or Mini Aussie parent. It all depends on the genes the dog has inherited.
For instance, it’s possible to have a hybrid Mini Yorkshire Aussie that is small and compact or medium-sized. Their eyes are usually sized in proportion to their heads and maybe dark brown, hazel, blue, or amber. The dog’s ears are usually moderate in size and hang down on either side of the head. They may fold or be V-shaped. In addition, the Mini Yorkshire Aussie may have a medium muzzle, small feet, and a medium-length tail that hangs in a curve or stands erect.
The dog’s coat may be medium textured, wavy or straight, medium length, and weather resistant. On the other hand, these small adorable dogs may have a shiny, silky coat that’s fine and medium length. The dogs come in black, blue merle, red (liver), red merle, or black & tan.
No matter what the Mini Yorkshire Aussie looks like, each dog is adorable!
Mini Yorkshire Aussie Temperament
These small dogs are very intelligent like their purebred parents. They’re also very lively and want to have fun. When they have a task to do, the Mini Yorkshire Aussie is highly focused and determined. But when they’re having fun, you can count on these small dogs to be quite playful. While friendly with their families, these diminutive canines may be a little wary of strangers at first.
This is a dog that loves to have work to do. So, they need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to stay happy and healthy. And you may find it helpful to teach your furry friend to help with tasks around the house!
Are Mini Yorkshire Aussies Good Family Dogs?
Yes, these dogs can make wonderful family companions! However, they have some tendencies inherited from their parents that may cause a little trouble at times.
For instance, a Mini Yorkshire Aussie may have a strong herding instinct from his Aussie parent. In that case, the dog may be protective and gentle but may try to herd family members into order! This especially applies to young, noisy kids!
On the other hand, the Mini Yorkshire Aussie may also be nippy. This tendency comes from their Yorkie parent. These small dogs don’t like to be mishandled and may nip to stop the treatment. So, these fur babies may try to nip small kids who don’t know how to properly treat the dogs.
So, Mini Yorkshire Aussies are usually best for families that have older kids and a pet parent who is committed to consistent training and socialization.
Do Mini Yorkshire Aussies Get Along with Other Pets?
Yes, they can get along well with other pets, especially dogs and cats. However, it is recommended that the dog be trained and socialized from puppyhood.
On the other hand, if you have smaller pets, we don’t recommend adopting one of these dogs. The problem is that they may have inherited a strong prey drive from both parents. This could cause the dogs to go after rats, mice, and other small pets.
Mini Yorkshire Aussie Food Requirements
As you may have guessed, these small dogs don’t eat too much. They do best on dry dog food that’s formulated for small, active dogs. Mini Yorkshire Aussies need between ½ cup and 2/3 cup of dry kibble a day, divided between two meals.
Mini Yorkshire Aussie Exercise Requirements
While they are small, these dogs are pretty active. So, they do best with about 60 minutes of exercise a day. They love to run, play, visit the dog park, and more.
Mini Yorkshire Aussies are also not suited for small apartments and do best in a larger home with a fenced yard. They also do best when someone stays home with the dog every day.
Training
Mini Yorkshire Aussies are smart and highly trainable dogs. However, they can also be somewhat stubborn. So, they require a pet parent who has plenty of patience to train them.
Grooming
These small dogs need to be brushed several times a week. And if they have the hair of a Yorkie, the dog may need to be trimmed every 6 to 8 weeks to keep his hair in good condition.
Summing It Up
So, there you have it! The Mini Yorkshire Aussie is a hybrid mix of the Australian Shepherd and Yorkshire Terrier. The result of this mix is a lively, loving, and loyal small dog that’s adorable!
We’re pretty sure that if you adopt a Mini Yorkshire Aussie, you’ll be in for many years of adventure and fun with this small dog!
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Kim
Kim is a talented author, who loves animals especially dogs. She engaged in writing books and articles relating to animals a decade ago. Kim resides in Chicago with her husband and son. The family is the proud owner of a dog and a parrot (Jack and Lily). Kim wanted more than these two pets, but her husband put his foot down... She often visits elementary schools to talk to the kids about what she learned about pets and how they could learn from them.
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