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Name	Yorkshire Terrier	Bichon Frise	Miniature Poodle
Origins	England	Spain Belgium	Germany France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Yorkie	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Bichon Frise? Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle weight comparison:	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle? Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle height comparison:	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$700-$1000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle?	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle intelligence:	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle trainability comparison.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle? Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle?	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle social needs comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle?	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Poodle bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle?	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Yorkshire Terrier, Bichon Frise and Miniature Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle? Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle energy level comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle coat comparison:	Fine	Curly	Dense Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Yorkshire Terrier, Bichon Frise and Miniature Poodle color?	Black Tan Blue Gold	Cream White Buff Apricot	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle? Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle? Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or {name3 shedding:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle?	Yes Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Yorkshire Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Yorkshire Terriers are not recommended for elderly people.	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.	Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Yorkshire Terrier or Bichon Frise or Miniature Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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: Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle?	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Yorkshire Terrier and Bichon Frise and Miniature Poodle have?	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies	2-8 puppies, average 5
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise vs Miniature Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain 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 The Bichon Frise Club Of America	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain 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

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