Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle

Siberian Retrievers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Yorkelties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Siberian Husky and Labrador Retriever

Yorkshire Terrier, Shetland Sheepdog

1990s

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Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown
Gray
White
Cream

Black
Brown
White

Siberian Retrievers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Yorkelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Siberian Retriever can have a litter of 5-10 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.

A Yorkeltie 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.

While the Siberian Retriever breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Yorkelties typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Skin Diseases

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Eye Abnormalities
Epilepsy
Heart Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Degenerative Myelopathy
Arthritis

Cataracts
Allergies

Eye examination
Urinalysis
Neurological Examination
Blood Count
Complete Physical Examination

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
cardiac and hip, blood and eye exams

Siberian Retriever has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Siberian Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Siberian Retrievers 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.

Yorkelties 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Siberian Retriever, it's at least 14 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 Yorkeltie, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Siberian Retrievers usually need at least 60 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 Yorkelties usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Siberian Retriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-60 pound (20 - 27 kg) Siberian Retriever feed 2.5 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 11-24 pound (5 - 11 kg) Yorkeltie 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 Siberian Retriever is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Yorkeltie is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

Siberian Retrievers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Yorkeltie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Yorkelties have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Siberian Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Siberian Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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

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