Unfortunately, the Yorkie Pin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Carkies are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Loyal
Clever

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Assertive

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

Carkies aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Miniature Pinscher and Yorkshire Terrier

Cairn Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®
DBR = Designer Breed Registry

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
White

Black
Gray
Brown
Sable

Yorkie Pins have medium-length coats.

Carkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Yorkie Pin 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 Carkie can have a litter of 2-10 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.

Yorkie Pins are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Carkies are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Hypoglycemia
Eye Problems
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

Hypothyroidism

Cataracts
Mitral Valve Disease
Corneal Dystrophy
Reverse Sneezing

None

Eye
Hip
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
T4 Concentration Test

Yorkie Pins' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Carkies are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Carkies require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Carkies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Playing, Walking, Play, Tug-of-war, Nap, Walk, Daily walks, Cuddling, Car rides, Run, Go to Beach, Going on drives, Road trip, Eating Snacks, Cuddles

Play, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Cuddling, Car rides, Walks, Talking, Play keep away, Tag, Wrestling, Play fetch, Tug rope, Go for walk, Run with kids, Snuggles, Adventures, Racing, Dog Parks

Yorkie Pins 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.

Carkies 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 Pin, it's at least 6 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 Carkie, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Yorkie Pins usually need at least 45 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 Carkies 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.

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

Carkies 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Yorkie Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Carkie 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.

Yorkie Pins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Carkie 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 Pins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Yorkie Pins are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Carkies are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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