While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Crusties are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the King Charles Yorkie is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Crusties shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

King Charles Yorkies are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Crusties are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid King Charles Yorkies as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Yorkshire Terrier and Chinese Crested

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Yorkshire Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black

White
Red
Black
Brown
Blue

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

King Charles Yorkies are known for their coat length.

Crusties are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

King Charles Yorkies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Syringomyelia

None

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Urolithiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Hydrocephalus
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Microphthalmia
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Hypoadrenocorticism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Cryptorchidism

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Heart
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

Crusties have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

King Charles Yorkies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Crusties bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

King Charles Yorkies are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Crusties 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.

King Charles Yorkies 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.

Ideally, Crustie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

King Charles Yorkie should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Crustie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a King Charles Yorkie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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

King Charles Yorkies are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Crusties are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

King Charles Yorkies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.