Chorkie for Sale in the Philippines
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Chorkie
Toy · 5–10 lbs
Chihuahua
Bold · vocal · devoted to owner
Yorkshire Terrier
Feisty · low-shedding · confident
The Chorkie blends the Chihuahua — the smallest dog breed in the world, believed to descend from the ancient Techichi of pre-Columbian Mexico — with the Yorkshire Terrier, a Victorian-era rat-catcher turned fashionable lapdog from northern England. The cross became popular in North America in the 1990s and 2000s, combining two bold, loyal toy breeds with naturally low-shedding coats.
The Chorkie is a confident, energetic toy dog with minimal shedding (10–25/100) and very low exercise needs — apartment-suitable and surprisingly adaptable. The main personality traits to prepare for are strong vocal tendencies (65–88/100 barking) and a stubborn streak (52–78/100) from both parent breeds, making consistent early training important.
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Chorkie Buyer's Guide
Common questions answered before you buy
A Chorkie is a cross between a Chihuahua (Bold · vocal · devoted to owner) and a Yorkshire Terrier (Feisty · low-shedding · confident). The goal of this cross is to combine the best traits of both parents — but it's important to understand that results vary significantly from puppy to puppy, even within the same litter.
No dog is truly hypoallergenic — all dogs produce dander, saliva, and urine proteins that trigger allergies. However, the Chorkie is a low-shedding breed that produces less loose hair and dander than most dogs. People with mild dog allergies often tolerate them well. If allergies are a concern, spend time with the specific puppy before committing — individual reactions vary.
Chorkies typically weigh between 5–10 lbs. However, size can vary significantly depending on which parent the puppy takes after and the generation (F1, F1B, etc.). A smaller parent — particularly if one parent is a Miniature or Toy variant — will produce smaller offspring. Always ask breeders about the parent sizes, not just the breed average.
With consistent effort, yes. The Chorkie has trainability scores ranging from 50–72/100. Some puppies will pick things up quickly; others — especially those inheriting more stubbornness from one parent — will need more patience. Positive reinforcement and short, engaging training sessions work best.
The Chorkie typically lives 13–15 years. Hybrid dogs often benefit from "hybrid vigour" — a tendency for mixed breeds to be healthier than either purebred parent. However, they can still inherit health conditions from either parent line. Ask breeders about health testing on both parents (hips, eyes, heart, depending on the parent breeds), and schedule annual vet check-ups throughout your dog's life.
Yes — the Chorkie is generally apartment-adaptable as long as their exercise needs are met. Daily walks and interactive play sessions (around 30 minutes of light-to-moderate exercise daily) are sufficient to keep them calm indoors. Mental stimulation — puzzle toys, training sessions — is equally important for this intelligent cross.