Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Cheerful

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Spirited
Cheerful

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

Avoid Fo-Chons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Jack Russell Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

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

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Silver

Black
Brown
White
Pied
Fawn

Straight

Wavy

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 Fo-Chon can have a litter of 2-6 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.

Yorkie Russells 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 Fo-Chon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Patellar Luxation

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cerebellar Ataxia

Cataracts
Atopic Dermatitis

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Tests

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

Fo-Chons 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.

Fo-Chon 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.

Fo-Chons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Fo-Chons 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

Go to Beach, Walk

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 Fo-Chon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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 Fo-Chon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Fo-Chon 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

Pin Brush
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 7-14 pound (3 - 6 kg) Fo-Chon feed 2 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 Fo-Chon is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Fo-Chon is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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.

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

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

Yorkie Russells are not the best choice for families with kids.

Fo-Chons 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.

Fo-Chons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

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

Yorkie Russells are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Fo-Chons are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Fo-Chons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.