Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Good-natured

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Familiar
Rational

Mini Yorkshire Aussies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Bouvadors are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

United States

Yorkshire Terrier, Miniature Australian Shepherd

Labrador Retriever and Bouvier des Flandres

1960's

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Red
Brown
Black

Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
Brown

Mini Yorkshire Aussies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Bouvadors have medium-length coats.

A Mini Yorkshire Aussie 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 Bouvador can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Hemolytic Anemia

Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Microphthalmia
urolithiasis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Canine Cushing’s Disease

Ear Infections
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Food Allergies

Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood Work and Serum Chemistry Tests
Ultrasonography
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Abdomen and Blood Tests
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Complete Blood Count
Elimination Diet

Mini Yorkshire Aussie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Bouvador has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Mini Yorkshire Aussies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bouvadors sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Mini Yorkshire Aussies 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.

Bouvadors 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 Mini Yorkshire Aussie, 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 Bouvador, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mini Yorkshire Aussies 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.

In general most Bouvadors usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Mini Yorkshire Aussies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-40 pound (5 - 18 kg) Mini Yorkshire Aussie 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 55-90 pound (25 - 41 kg) Bouvador 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 Mini Yorkshire Aussie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Mini Yorkshire Aussie 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 Bouvador is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $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.

The Mini Yorkshire Aussie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Bouvadors can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Mini Yorkshire Aussies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Bouvadors make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Mini Yorkshire Aussies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bouvadors are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Mini Yorkshire Aussies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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