Unfortunately, the Yorkie Russell 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, Irish Doodles are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Cheerful

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Companionable
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Irish Doodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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

Jack Russell Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

Irish Setter, Poodle

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

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Blue
Brown
Fawn
Silver

Black
Blue
Brown
Cream
Silver
Red
Gray

Yorkie Russells have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Irish Doodles are known for their coat length.

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.

An Irish Doodle can have a litter of 7-10 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 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 Irish Doodle 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

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cerebellar Ataxia

Epilepsy
Color Dilution Alopecia
Skin Diseases and Disorders

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

X-Rays
Cutaneous cytology
Eye Examinations
Trichogram

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

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

Yorkie Russells need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

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

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

Running, Brain training, Frisbee, Walk, Fetch, Rain, Run, Playing, Hiking, Swimming, Cuddling, Walking, Hide & Seek, Doggie Day Camp, Dog Parks, Jog, Swim, Walks, Tug of war, Naptime

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.

Irish Doodles 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 Irish Doodle, it's at least 12 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 Irish Doodles usually need at least 90 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.

Irish Doodles have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
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 50-75 pound (23 - 34 kg) Irish Doodle 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 an Irish Doodle 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 an Irish Doodle 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 average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Irish Doodle 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 Russells are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

Irish Doodles 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.

Irish Doodles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Irish Doodles are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Irish Doodles 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.

The Irish Doodle is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.