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Name	Cavapoo	Yorkshire Terrier	Schnoodle
Origins	Australia	England	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cavoodle	Yorkie	Standard Schnoodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle?	Small Medium	Small	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle weight comparison:	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	20-75 pounds (9-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle? Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle height comparison:	11-18 inches (28-45 cm)	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (36.5 cm)	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1800	$600-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The Schnoodle is a commonly available dog breed.

Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle intelligence:	Very smart: Cavapoo is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Schnoodle is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle trainability comparison.	Cavapoo dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Schnoodle dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle?	Cavapoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Schnoodle dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cavapoo dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Schnoodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle? Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Intelligent Gentle	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Active Playful Protective Intelligent Loyal Watchful Smart
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle?	High: Cavapoo 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.	Average to High: Schnoodle dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle social needs comparison:	Cavapoo dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Schnoodle dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cavapoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Schnoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cavapoo 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.	Schnoodle 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cavapoo 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.	Average: Schnoodle dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle?	Cavapoo 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.	Schnoodle 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.

Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavapoo bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Schnoodle bite force: Ordinary.
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 Cavapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Schnoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle mouthiness comparison:	Cavapoo 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.	Schnoodle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle?	Very healthy dog breed.	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Schnoodle 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: Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Diabetes Addison's Disease Gastric Torsion
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Cavapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once 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 Schnoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Cavapoo, Yorkshire Terrier and Schnoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-15 years The average lifespan of Cavapoo: 12 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Schnoodle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cavapoo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle? Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle energy level comparison:	Cavapoo dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Schnoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cavapoo dogs have an average exercise need.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Schnoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle?	Cavapoo dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Schnoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle?	0.5 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.	2 to 4.5 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? Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapoo'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 Schnoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle coat comparison:	Curly Wavy Straight	Fine	Wiry Curly Soft Wavy
Colors What are the original Cavapoo, Yorkshire Terrier and Schnoodle color?	Black Cream White Sable Tricolor Chestnut Apricot Red sable Phantom	Black Tan Blue Gold	Black Gray White Silver Brown Sable Apricot Black & Tan Black & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle? Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Cavapoo requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schnoodle doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle? Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Cavapoo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Schnoodle dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle?	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 Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Cavapoo has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Schnoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cavapoo 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 Schnoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Cavapoo dogs are generally with other pets.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Schnoodle dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Cavapoo dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Schnoodle dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Schnoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle?	Cavapoo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Schnoodle dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle?	Cavapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Schnoodle dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle?	Yes Cavapoo 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 Schnoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Cavapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Yorkshire Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Schnoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Cavapoos are commonly okay with elderly people.	Yorkshire Terriers are not recommended for elderly people.	Schnoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Cavapoo or Yorkshire Terrier or Schnoodle? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle?	Yes Cavapoo breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Schnoodle 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.

Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle 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 Cavapoo and Yorkshire Terrier and Schnoodle have?	2-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Cavapoo vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Schnoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	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	Not recognized by any clubs.

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