Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Loyal
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

Alert
Intelligent
Loving
Territorial
Cheerful
Lively
Going

Yoranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Yoranians as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Kooikerhondjes make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

Netherlands

Yorkshire Terrier, Pomeranian

Spaniel

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

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
Foundation Stock Service

Unknown

16th century

Black

Black

Cream
White

Red

Yoranians have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Kooikerhondjes have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Yoranian can have a litter of 4-6 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.

A Kooikerhondje can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Yoranians 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 Kooikerhondje breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hypoglycemia
Tracheal Collapse
Pateller Luxation

Von Willebrand's Disease
Kooiker Paralysis
Polymyositis

Eye conditions

Distichiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Pateller Luxation

X-Rays
Blood Tests
Wellness Check
cardiac and hip, blood and eye exams

OFA
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Genetic Tests

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

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

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

Kooikerhondje has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Kooikerhondjes require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

Sitting outside, Fetch, Puppytrain, Walk, Socialize, Play, Training, Go to Beach, Go to Park, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Bath time, Off-leash, Brushing, Dog Parks, Dressing up

Fetch, Play, Cuddles, Walk, Run

Yoranians 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 Kooikerhondje has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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.

Yoranians make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Yoranians are not the best choice for families with kids.

Kooikerhondjes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Yoranians are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Yoranians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Kooikerhondjes are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Yoranians have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

Yoranians are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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