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Name	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Yorkshire Terrier	Miniature Schnauzer
Origins	England	England	Germany
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	19	9	18
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cavalier Cavie Cav	Yorkie	Zwergschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$600-$1000	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer?	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer weight comparison:	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer height comparison:	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer coat comparison:	Feathered	Fine	Wiry
Colors What are the original Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Yorkshire Terrier and Miniature Schnauzer color?	Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby	Black Tan Blue Gold	Black Silver Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer 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: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer trainability comparison.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer playfulness comparison:	Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer?	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer mouthiness comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer?	Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Miniature Schnauzer indoors.
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Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer Good With Comparison

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

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer Health Comparison

Health Issues Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Miniature Schnauzer 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: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Yorkshire Terrier and Miniature Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years
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Hypoallergenic Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer energy level comparison:	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer?	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	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 Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer?	High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer 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: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Schnauzer? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes 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.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Yorkshire Terrier and Miniature Schnauzer have?	3-5 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
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	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

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