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

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

Active
Playful
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Good-natured
Quiet
Faithful

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal

English Cotralians are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

English Cocker Spaniel, Australian Shepherd

Yorkshire Terrier and Norwich Terrier

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
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IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Blue
Red

Black
Brown
Fawn

English Cotralians have medium-length coats.

Yorwichs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

An English Cotralian can have a litter of 6-9 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 Yorwich 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.

Deafness
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Patellar Luxation
Teeth Issues
Eye Infections
Collapsed Trachea

Otitis Externa
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Epilepsy
Hypoglycemia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Skin Scraping
Ear Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Skin Biopsy
Orthopedic Exam
Thyroid Biopsies
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Levels

Dental Examination
Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Eye and Ear Examination

Fetch

Dog Parks, Hike, Walk, Play

English Cotralians 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.

Yorwichs are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Yorwich dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Cotralian, it's at least 10 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 Yorwich, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Cotralians usually need at least 75 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 Yorwichs 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 English Cotralian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Yorwichs require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Yorwich 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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 38-45 pound (17 - 20 kg) English Cotralian 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.

For an average 6-8 pound (3 - 4 kg) Yorwich feed 1 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 an English Cotralian is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an English Cotralian is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Yorwich is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

Yorwichs make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Yorwichs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Yorwichs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

The English Cotralian is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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