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Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Crested or Foxie or Yorkie? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Crested
Puff
Chinese Crested
Foxie
Wire Hair Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Yorkie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier weight comparison:
7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) 2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
8 pounds (4 kg) Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) 2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)
Height
Which is taller, Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier height comparison:
10-13 inches (21-33 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 20-23 cm (8-9 inches)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
11.5 inches (29 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 21.5 cm (8.5 inches)

Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1200 $600-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier?
Very frequent: The Chinese Crested is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.

Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier trainability comparison.
Chinese Crested dogs are easy to train.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier?
Chinese Crested dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Chinese Crested dogs are average defenders.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Happy
Alert
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sweet
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Chinese Crested dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier?
Average to High: Chinese Crested dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier social needs comparison:
Chinese Crested dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Chinese Crested dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Chinese Crested dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier playfulness comparison:
Average: Chinese Cresteds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier?
Low to Average: The Chinese Crested rarely barks.
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A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier?
Very house-friendly dog the Chinese Crested 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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.

Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Chinese Crested dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Wire Fox Terrier 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier?
Chinese Crested dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Wire Fox Terrier 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.

Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chinese Crested bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Chinese Crested has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Chinese Crested dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier?
The Chinese Crested is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Wire Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier health problems comparison:
Epilepsy
Deafness
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Loose Teeth
Legg-perthes Disease
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Chinese Crested should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least 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).
Life Expectancy
Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Chinese Crested, Wire Fox Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Chinese Crested: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier energy level comparison:
Chinese Crested dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Chinese Crested dogs exercise need is minimal.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier?
Chinese Crested dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier?
1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Chinese Crested has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier coat comparison:
Silky
Thick
Double
Hairless
Wiry Fine
Colors
What are the original Chinese Crested, Wire Fox Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier color?
Black
Blue
Cream
White
Chocolate
Palomino
Apricot
Slate
White
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
Black
Tan
Blue
Gold
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier grooming comparison:
Average: The Chinese Crested requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Chinese Crested dogs shed none to minimal.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier?
1-2 weeks
Very frequent. This breed has famously high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 1-2 weeks.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier?

Medium

The Chinese Crested has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wire Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Chinese Crested is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Wire Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Chinese Crested dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Chinese Crested dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier?
Chinese Crested dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier?
Chinese Crested dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier?
Chinese Crested dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier?
Yes
Chinese Crested dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Wire Fox Terrier 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Chinese Crested is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Wire Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Yorkshire Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Chinese Cresteds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Wire Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Yorkshire Terriers are not recommended for elderly people.

Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Chinese Crested or Wire Fox Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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: Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier?

Not really

Chinese Crested breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Wire Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Chinese Crested and Wire Fox Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier have?
2-5 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies

Chinese Crested vs Wire Fox Terrier vs Yorkshire Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
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
Club Espanol De Terriers
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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