What is the average weight of a Chorkie?
eight to 15 pounds
As the Chorkie is a relatively new mixed breed, there are few standards when it comes to size. That said, as a mix between Chihuahua and Yorkie parents, it’s safe to assume your Chorkie will be an itty bitty. Most weigh in at eight to 15 pounds and range in height from six to nine inches at the shoulder.
How old is Chorkie at 3 weeks old?
Chorkie puppy at 3 1/2 weeks old in the palm of a hand—the mother is a longhaired Chihuahua and the father is a Yorkie. Photo courtesy of Tender Loving Puppies
What kind of dog is a Chorkie puppy?
Chorkie puppies at 3 1/2 weeks old—the mother is a longhaired Chihuahua and the father is a Yorkie. Photo courtesy of Tender Loving Puppies Chorkie puppy at 3 1/2 weeks old in the palm of a hand—the mother is a longhaired Chihuahua and the father is a Yorkie.
Is the Chorkie dog eligible for a pedigree?
As a mixed breed dog, the Chorkie is not eligible for official pedigree papers, but there are smaller clubs that do recognize this hybrid and that offer their own certification for designer puppies, if that’s important to you. Yet, even without a well-documented family tree, the Chorkie is a canine with quite an impressive ancestry.
What should I do if my Chorkie dog gets too big?
As a petite dog, Chorkie doesn’t need much kibble to be full, but their appetite is often voracious. Follow the recommendations of the manufacturers and never free fed your pet. They’ll gain weight quickly and their small frame doesn’t tolerate excess fluff well at all. Health issues pop up fairly fast if their belly gets too big.
How big does a Yorkie Chorkie mix get?
They can be tall (like the Chihuahua) or short (like the Yorkie). What you can be sure about, though, is the size of your Chorkie. These dogs are small, the average weight is between 5 and 9 pounds (2-4 kg) and being 6-9 inches tall (15-23 cm).
How big should a Yorkie be at 8 weeks?
However, below you will be able to find out what weight your dog should and might be depending on its particular age (in months): 1 lb (.45 kg) at 8 weeks x 3 would give you a full grown adult Yorkie of 3 lbs. (1.36 kg). 1.31 lbs (.59 kg) at 8 weeks x 3 would give you a full grown adult Yorkie of 3.93 lbs.
How old is Maxie the Yorkie Chorkie?
Maxie is a 12 month old, 5 pound Chorkie (Yorkie/Chi Mix). He bitty Yorkie/Chi mixture aka a “Chorkie” at just 4lbs and 2 yrs old.
What should I do with my new Yorkie Chorkie?
Although everyday indoor games are enough for these little ones, but the chorkies are even more benefitted with daily walking and jogging. Even after a long walk, they wouldn’t lose their energy to play with their owners.
How big does a Chorkie grow?
The Chihuahua Yorkie Mix is a cross of a purebred Chihuahua and a purebred Yorkshire Terrier, also known as Chorkie. It’s a small dog breed at about 6 to 9 inches tall, weighing between 8 to 15 pounds. The lifespan of this crossbreed is around 10 to 15 years.
