How long does a Corgi Yorkie Mix live?

A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Yorkshire Terrier (11–15 years).

Is a Corgi Yorkie Mix easy to train?

Trainability is very low to moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Corgi Yorkie Mix

A Corgi Yorkie mix is a cross between a Corgi and a Yorkshire Terrier. Most grow into small dogs of 14–18 lb and live 12–14 years.

Corgi, a purebred dog — CorgiPhoto: Dog breed facts, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Yorkshire Terrier, a purebred dog — Yorkshire TerrierPhoto: Gandalfelrojo2, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight14–18 lbcan be 4–30 lb

Height8–10 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–14 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Corgi Yorkie Mix get?

Corgi24–30 lb

The mix14–18 lb

Yorkshire Terrier4–7 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Corgi Yorkie Mix dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 8–10 inches at the shoulder, against 10–12 in for the Corgi and 7–8 in for the Yorkshire Terrier. The parents differ a lot in size, so litters vary more than usual. Breeders normally use the larger breed as the mother to keep whelping safe.

Figures are for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, the more common corgi.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low to high

Yorkshire Terrier has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

High

Plan on long daily walks plus real exercise, such as running, fetch or a sport. A yard alone will not tire this dog out.

Trainability

Very low to moderate

The Corgi rates moderate and the Yorkshire Terrier very low; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Low to very high

Brush a couple of times a week.

Temperament

The Corgi is usually described as affectionate, smart, alert. The Yorkshire Terrier as affectionate, sprightly, tomboyish. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Corgi vs Yorkie vs the mix

Trait	Corgi	Corgi Yorkie Mix	Yorkshire Terrier
Weight	24–30 lb	14–18 lb	4–7 lb
Height	10–12 in	8–10 in	7–8 in
Lifespan	12–13 yr	12–14 yr	11–15 yr
Shedding	high	very low to high	very low
Energy	high	high	moderate
Group	Herding	mixed	Toy

Questions about the Corgi Yorkie Mix

How big does a Corgi Yorkie Mix get?: Most grow to 14–18 pounds and 8–10 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 4–30 pounds.
How long does a Corgi Yorkie Mix live?: A typical lifespan is 12–14 years, the midpoint of the Corgi (12–13 years) and the Yorkshire Terrier (11–15 years).
Does a Corgi Yorkie Mix shed?: Shedding is very low to high. Yorkshire Terrier has a low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Corgi Yorkie Mix easy to train?: Trainability is very low to moderate, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Corgi mixes

Other Yorkie mixes

Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.