Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Devoted
Lively
Kind
Clever
Trustworthy

Yorkie-Apsos are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Golden Doxs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Avoid Yorkie-Apsos as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Golden Doxs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Yorkshire Terrier, Lhasa Apso

Dachshund, Golden Retriever

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Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
Cream

Brown
Fawn
Black
Red

Yorkie-Apsos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Golden Doxs have medium-length coats.

A Yorkie-Apso 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.

A Golden Dox can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Hypoglycemia
Kidney Problems
Collapsed Trachea
Eye Conditions

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Epilepsy

Allergies
Dental Problems

None Known

Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
Eye examination
Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Complete Blood Count
Neurological Testing

Yorkie-Apso has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Golden Dox has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Golden Doxs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Yorkie-Apso dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Golden Doxs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Yorkie-Apsos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Yorkie-Apso dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Golden Doxs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Yorkie-Apso, it's at least 7 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 Golden Dox, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Yorkie-Apsos 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 Golden Doxs 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.

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

The Golden Dox requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Yorkie-Apso 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 30-60 pound (14 - 27 kg) Golden Dox feed 3 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 Yorkie-Apso is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Dox is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Yorkie-Apso 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 average per month expenses of a Golden Dox is between $49 - $73. This makes an average of $588 - $876 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.

Yorkie-Apso has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Golden Dox is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Yorkie-Apsos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Golden Doxs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Yorkie-Apsos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Golden Doxs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Yorkie-Apsos are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Golden Doxs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Yorkie-Apsos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Doxs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Yorkie-Apsos have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Golden Doxs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Yorkie-Apsos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Golden Doxs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.