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Compare Whippet and Yorkipoo. Which is better: Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier?
Name | Whippet | Yorkipoo | Norfolk Terrier |
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Origins | England | United States | United Kingdom |
Group | Hunting Dogs | Designer Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 61 | 564 | 128 |
Reviews | 2 | 2 | 0 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Snap Dog English Whippet | No data available | Drop-Eared Norwich Terrier |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier breed type comparison: | Purebred | Cross Breed | Purebred |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? | Medium | Small | Small |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Whippet or Yorkipoo or Yorkipoo? Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier weight comparison: | 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) | 4-15 pounds (2-7 kg) | 10-12 pounds (4½-5½ kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) | 10.5 pounds (5 kg) | 11 pounds (5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier height comparison: | Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) | 7-8 inches (18-20 cm) | 10 inches (25 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) | 7.5 inches (19 cm) | 10 inches (25 cm) |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? Which is more expensive? | $800-$1200 | $500-$1000 | $2000-$2500 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? | Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Yorkipoo is easier than average to get. | Frequent: The Norfolk Terrier is easier than average to get. |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier intelligence: | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Smart: The Yorkipoo dogs have great intelligence. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Trainability
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier trainability comparison. | Whippet dogs are easy to train. | Yorkipoo dogs are easy to train. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? | Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. | Yorkipoo dogs are average watchdogs. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Yorkipoo dogs are average defenders. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are average defenders. |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier behavior/temperament comparison: |
Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet |
Playful Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Companionable |
Happy Intelligent Selfish Fearless Companionable Spirited Confidence Lovable |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier? | Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | High: Yorkipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: Norfolk Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
Social Needs
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier social needs comparison: | Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. | Yorkipoo dogs need for social interaction is average. | Norfolk Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. | Yorkipoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | The wanderlust potential of the Norfolk Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Yorkipoo dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Their prey drive is low. |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier playfulness comparison: | Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Yorkipoo is a highly playful breed. | The Norfolk Terrier is a playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier? | Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. | A lot: Yorkipoo is a particularly loud breed. | Average to High: The Norfolk Terrier is a vocal breed. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? | Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Yorkipoo breed. | Apartment-friendly dog the Norfolk Terrier breed. |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Yorkipoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Norfolk Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkipoo bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norfolk Terrier bite force: Weak. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Yorkipoo has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Norfolk Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier mouthiness comparison: | Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Yorkipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Norfolk Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier? | The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Yorkipoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Norfolk Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
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Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier health problems comparison: |
Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease |
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis | No data available |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Yorkipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The Norfolk Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Whippet, Yorkipoo and Norfolk Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years |
9-15 years The average lifespan of Yorkipoo: 12 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Norfolk Terrier: 13 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norfolk Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier?
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier energy level comparison: | Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs. | Yorkipoo dogs are high-energy dogs. | Norfolk Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Whippet dogs have an average exercise need. | Yorkipoo dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Norfolk Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? | Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep. | Yorkipoo dogs don't need too much sleep. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? | 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier weight gain potential comparison: | Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. | Low to Average: The Yorkipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. | High: The Norfolk Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier coat comparison: |
Fine Short Close in texture |
Curly Silky Soft Straight |
Wiry Shaggy |
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Colors
What are the original Whippet, Yorkipoo and Norfolk Terrier color? |
Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn |
Black Gray Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Chocolate Apricot |
Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier grooming comparison: | Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. | Easy to groom: The Yorkipoo doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Average: The Norfolk Terrier requires average grooming effort. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? Whippet or Yorkipoo or {name3 shedding: | Whippet dogs are low shedders. | Yorkipoo dogs shed none to minimal. | Norfolk Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Hypoallergenic
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier? | Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Yorkipoo has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Norfolk Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Yorkipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Norfolk Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Yorkipoo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? Which dog is more friendly? | Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Yorkipoo dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? | Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Yorkipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? | Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Yorkipoo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? | Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Yorkipoo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Norfolk Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier? |
Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Yorkipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Norfolk Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Yorkipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Norfolk Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people. | Yorkipoos are usually recommended for elderly people. | Norfolk Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Whippet or Yorkipoo or Norfolk Terrier? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier? | Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Yorkipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Norfolk Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Fighting Dog / Military Dog | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Whippet and Yorkipoo and Norfolk Terrier have? | 4-8 puppies | 3-6 puppies | 2-5 puppies |
Whippet vs Yorkipoo vs Norfolk Terrier Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1979 as a Terrier breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. |
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds? |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry | Not recognized by any clubs. | No data available |
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