Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Cheerful

Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Quick
Devoted
Lively

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

Chimations are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Jack Russell Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

Chihuahua, Dalmatian

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
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Silver

Black
White
Cream
Brown

Yorkie Russells have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Chimations have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Yorkie Russell 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.

A Chimation can have a litter of 2-4 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.

Portacaval Shunt
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Subaortic Stenosis
Canine Cushing’s Disease
Canine Glaucoma

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cerebellar Ataxia

Cataracts
Hydrocephalus
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

Knee
Liver Ultrasound
CERF
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Endoscopy
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
DNA for VWD

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

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

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

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

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

Yorkie Russells are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

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

Road trip, Fetch, Walk, Playdate, Walking, Running

Tug of war, Watching movies, Running, Road trip, Play, Run, Sleep

Yorkie Russells 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.

Chimations 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 Russell, it's at least 9 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 Chimation, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Yorkie Russells 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 Chimations 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 Russells 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 Chimation is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Yorkie Russell should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Chimation should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-18 pound (2 - 8 kg) Yorkie Russell 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 20-40 pound (9 - 18 kg) Chimation 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 Russell is somewhere $1.10 - $1.80 per day.

The average cost of a Chimation is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Yorkie Russell 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 Chimation is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Russells are not the best choice for families with kids.

Chimations have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Yorkie Russells are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

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