Chorkie Puppies for Sale

Chorkie Puppies for Sale: About the Breed

Chorkie puppies are a hybrid crossbreed of Chihuahuas (long-haired or smooth-haired variety) and Yorkshire Terriers. They can also be a cross between a Chorkie bred to a Chihuahua or a Yorkshire Terrier or bred from two Chorkies.

These lively, pint-sized dogs are funny, friendly companion dogs with a larger-than-life personality. Chorkie puppies for sale are suitable for first-time puppy owners who have time to devote to them.

Find out what it's like to live with Chorkie puppies for sale by examining their characteristics, activity level, disposition, training, and grooming & care needs to see if this hilarious, bold tiny dog is right for you.

Characteristics

Chorkie puppies are a mix of the world's smallest dog breeds, so they will be the perfect portable companion for a stylish pet carrier to run errands with you. A Chihuahua's weight can range from the smallest teacup Chihuahua at 4 lbs. up to the largest Chihuahua at 10 lbs. Yorkshire Terrier puppies are similar in size and grow to weigh 4-7 lbs. They're great for apartment dwellers or those with limited indoor space.

Chorkie puppies for sale have dainty paws and large, round eyes and big ears depending on genetics. Their head shape could be more rounded like an apple-headed Chihuahua or that of a Yorkie's. Because both dogs come in a variety of colors (A Chihuahua comes in 31 colors and combinations and 11 markings!), your Chorkie puppy for sale's coat will be determined by which alleles express themselves.

Activity Level

Chorkie puppies love to zip around the room and are very active little dogs. While they need about 30 minutes of focused physical and mental activity a day, they'll exceed that by wanting to play with you all day (and night).

Chorkie puppies for sale do well with short walks, solving puzzle toys, and learning fun tricks to keep them busy. Even though they're tiny, Chorkies do well in agility for small dogs. If you take them to the dog park, you may want to choose the yard for small dogs if available. However, Chorkies will hold their own with the big dogs!

Disposition

Both Yorkshire Terriers and Chihuahuas are small dog breeds with larger-than-life personalities. Therefore, Chorkie puppies for sale are spunky, bold, and courageous but rarely timid or hesitant. Some people may be surprised at just how sassy these tiny puppies can be! Be prepared to laugh at their silly antics because they think they're big dogs trapped in tiny bodies.

You may wonder, "How are Chorkie puppies for sale near me with children?" Chorkie puppies are great playmates for kids due to their affectionate nature and desire to be right in the middle of the action. However, because of their size, children might mistake them for a real live toy. Teach children how to interact with a Chorkie safely, and always supervise play to ensure nothing gets escalated.

Chorkie puppies are affectionate with their families and are sometimes considered "Velcro dogs" because they don't like to leave your side. Be sure to work on separation anxiety by providing them with a comfortable, safe space while you are gone.

Training

Begin socializing and training your Chorkie puppy the day you bring it home. Socialization is key for this hybrid mixed breed to get them used to strangers, different environments, and new sounds. If they aren't exposed to new experiences early on, Chorkies can become aggressive and fearful. They are also very vocal dogs, so train them to not bark excessively.

Chorkie puppies for sale are intelligent and eager to please in general. Keep training sessions short and frequent, and use lots of positive praise and reinforcement.

Because of their spirited, confident nature, they may think they are the boss of the household. It's easy to let them get their way because they are so cute and small, but you need to establish yourself as the pack leader from Day 1.

Grooming Needs & Care

Some people don't realize Chihuahuas also come in a long-haired variety. Since Yorkies have silky coats, the coat type of Chorkie puppies for sale will vary widely due to genetics. Their coat type will determine if they need more frequent grooming, but you can brush your Chorkie a few times a week and give regular baths and nail trims.

One component of health not to be overlooked is to maintain regular dental cleanings and exams for your Chorkie puppy. Because they have the same number of teeth as any other dog breed in such a cramped jaw space, Chorkie puppies for sale are prone to dental issues like crowded, abscessed, or broken teeth.

A Chorkie puppy for sale will need to stay with its mother and littermates until they are 2 pounds or 12 weeks old, whichever comes first. This ensures they have adequate time to develop, as they are very delicate and fragile during those first few months of life. Chorkie puppies for sale can live to be around 15 years old with proper care, so be prepared to give it the best life possible.

Cost

In search of a Chorkie puppy with a pedigree? Interested in the price for a Chorkie puppy with breeding rights? Expect to pay from $1,500 to $6,250 for a Chorkie puppy from a champion or top-pedigree line. The average price for all Chorkie puppies is $2,355.