Biewer Yorkie vs. Yorkie Terrier Hello! We are hoping to select a puppy this week. Initially I've been leaning towards a Yorkie Terrier. We are now also considering a Biewer Yorkie. We have a 7 year old daughter, this will be our first pet. Only experience was a border collie owned by my in-laws who recently passed away. Our daughter was in love with him. The Yorkie Terrier is expected to be only 3-4lbs, while the Biewer Yorkie is expected to be 5-6lbs. I've read that a tiny Yorkie could be prone to more health risks. Please excuse our lack of knowledge. I'm trying to read as much as I can. This website is fantastic, but a bit overwhelming. Thank you for advice :) |
Hi and welcome to YT :)! Many of our members have beautiful Biewers, so it's always fun to see them in the mix here. I think you'd be happy no matter if you got a yorkie or a biewer; although I have heard that Biewers are even more loving than yorkies. |
Well a Bewier is not a yorkie and bewiers should not be mixed with yorkies so if someone is calling a puppy a Biewer yorkie stear clear because it either means it's a mix or they don't know about Bewiers. |
Thank you for your replies. This seller is not a breeder (Biewer). Mom is registered with BYA, full bred Biewer, and Dad is registered with AKC, pure bred Yorkshire Terrier. So, looks like it's a mix....She does call them a Biewer Yorkie. The other puppy is from a 6 year breeder, and registered with the AKC. But, will only end up being 3-4lbs...making me concerned that she will be too small with health problems. |
Not a fan of mix breeding. Just because it's a smaller dog does not mean it will have health issues it's about the breeder and genetics it's also just a guess what the size the puppy will be there is no guarantee tgey could be bigger or smaller. In my opinion reputable breeders don't mix. |
I think they are both great breeds, but I do love, love, love my Biewer Terrier. He is smart, fun, super lovable...just a great little guy. |
How old is the puppy you are looking at, right now? Breeders try to predict weight based on their knowledge of the dogs they are breeding, but it's not guaranteed. So unless the puppies are older it's hard to know exactly how big they will be. I wouldn't make my choice solely based on predicted weight. IMO, Go with the dog you like best and whose personality will best fit your household. My last yorkie was 5lbs. My kids were 3 and 5 years old when I got her. She was a perfect family dog and my kids adored her. My current yorkie was predicted to be 6-7lbs and she's 10lbs! |
The Yorkie was born on 8/8/14 and the Biewer just 8 weeks old. We will try to meet both and then make our decision. Very difficult to decide since we have no experience. Thank you :) |
I think it depends on what type of breed you personally would like more. I've always loved yorkies. I think once you see the dogs, your heart will just know. I knew Chloe was going to be mine from the very first second that I saw her. She was predicted to be 3 pounds full grown and that's how it ended up. She was about 1 pound at 8 weeks. Sometimes the predictions are inaccurate, though. Here is a growth chart that can be a rough guideline for you: Yorkie Growth Chart | Yorkshire Terrier Growth Chart I also don't think it is true that smaller dogs are more prone to health risks. Although genetics play a big role, how you take care of your dog and what you feed plays a role as well. Good luck with your search.. I'm sure either breed will bring you a lot of happiness :D |
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Hello and welcome. . . I am so glad you came to us asking about pups. I am owned by a Biewer. I would suggest if you do want a Biewer there are many reputable breeders you an get a pup from. I can send you a list. I would not get a pup from someone who doesn't test. And mixes Biewers with Yorkies. . .Biewers are bred Biewer to Biewer. She can call them what she wants but they are mixes. You can go to a shelter for a mix. Best thing to do is decide if you want a Biewer or a Yorkie . . . Then find the right pup for you. If you want the Yorkie. Find a larger Yorkie. Don't settle. Your pup is going to be with you for 12-16 years. . . There are so many puppies out there. Pass on these two and find your pup ! If you want anymore info about Biewers please ask. . . Good luck ! |
I started a thread in the breeders section re: this site: Biewer Yorkshire Terrier Breeders Club UK which is adamant that biewers are in fact Yorkies SO, which is correct? I would like to know as I intend on purchasing a friend for Teddy in the near future but info is so conflicting and I do not specialize in genetics! What the site says about the biewer not being a distinct breed as it is only the coloring which distinguishes it from the traditional Yorkshire Terrier makes sense... Am I missing something? |
The Biewer, named after the founder, originated in Germany in the mid 80's. Over the years they are selectively bred and a standard was set. The standard is similar to the Yorkie, but calls for specific color placement. White paws, tip of the tail, symetrical coloring on the head and face, etc and no docking of tail. It has been recognized as a separate breed by some organization and can be shown in some venues. Not in the AKC. They are not bred with Yorkies anymore. . . It is only Biewer to Biewer breeding |
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Oh, thanks for clarifying! I've gone back to the site and they are adamant that the biewers are biewer yorkies and not biewer terriers and go into a whole lot of info regarding the reasons - which I don't fully understand - so more research necessary, I guess? If the classification is just political, but doesn't affect the temperament etc which I know having had Yorkies, then I guess that'll be good enough for me....... Nothing is simple, is it! Thanks again for the quick response x |
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