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CATALOG OF BREEDS | CROSSBREEDS

Bichon Yorkie

HEIGHT 9–12in (23–31cm) Variety of colors
WEIGHT 7–13lb (3–6kg)
LIFE SPAN 13–15 years
Dark nose
Some crossbreeds are created deliberately,
but the first Bichon Frise (see p.271)
and Yorkshire Terrier (see p.190) mix
High-set
was a happy accident that breeders ears Round, dark eyes
have chosen to repeat. The result Double-layered,
is the Bichon Yorkie—a dog that is silky, curly coat
usually larger than the diminutive
Yorkshire Terrier, with the feisty
spirit of its terrier parent
tempered by the more
compliant nature of
the Bichon Frise.

Darker,
plumed tail
Orange
and white

Round,
tight feet

Bull Boxer Small, semi-erect,
drop ears
HEIGHT 16–21in (41–53cm) Any color
WEIGHT 37–53lb (17–24kg)
LIFE SPAN 12–13 years

The Bull Boxer is a cross between the laid-back Boxer
Black
(see p.90) and bullbaiting dogs such as the Staffordshire
Bull Terrier (see p.214), which is highly popular but may
be difficult with other pets. The Bull Boxer occupies
the middle ground in size and character.
This dog needs commitment,
but rewards its owner well. Long,
tapering,
curved
tail
Rounded eyes have
alert expression

Broad, deep,
white chest
Smooth,
shiny, short,
dense coat
Legs longer than
Staffordshire
Bull Terrier’s
(see p.214)

White markings
on feet

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