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Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Comparison - Dog breed selector: Curly Retriever or Yorkie or Bichon Habanero? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese breeds.
Curly Retriever
Goldenpoo
Curly Golden
Yorkie Bichon Habanero
Bichon Havanais
Bichon Havanes
Havanese Cuban Bichon
Havaneser
Havanezer
Bichon Havanese
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese? Compare their breeding categories.
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which breed is the largest?
Large Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese? Compare adult weight ranges.
Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg) 2-3 kg (4-7 pounds) 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg) 2.5 kg (5.5 pounds) 10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Goldendoodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Havanese? Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese height comparison:
13-24 inches (33-61 cm) 20-23 cm (8-9 inches) 8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18.5 inches (47 cm) 21.5 cm (8.5 inches) 10 inches (25 cm)

Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $600-$1000 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Goldendoodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Havanese?
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.
Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which breed ranks highest?
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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which is easiest to train?
Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Havanese dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which breed is most alert?
Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Havanese dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which breed is most protective?
Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese?
High: Goldendoodle 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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High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese social needs comparison:
Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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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Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally.
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A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which breed is most playful?
The Goldendoodle is a playful breed.
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Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Havanese is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.

Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which breed is most flexible?
Goldendoodle 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.
Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Goldendoodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Havanese?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which uses mouth most during play?
Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Havanese bite force: Weak.

Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which breed lives longest?
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which handles climate changes best?
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
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which has fewer health issues?
Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Goldendoodle 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 Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Addison's Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Chondrodysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Liver Shunt

Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which breed is most active?
Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Goldendoodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Havanese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Goldendoodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Havanese?
Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Goldendoodle has an 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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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three 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.

Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Tan
Blue
Gold
Black
White
Fawn
Reddish-Brown
Havana Brown
Tobacco
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which drools least?
The Goldendoodle 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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The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Curly
Wavy
Smooth
Straight
Fine Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Flat
Long
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Goldendoodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Havanese? Goldendoodle or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Havanese dogs shed none to minimal.
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Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which is best with kids?
Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Goldendoodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?
Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Goldendoodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Havanese?
Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Goldendoodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Havanese?
Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese?
Yes
Goldendoodle 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
Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Yorkshire Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Yorkshire Terriers are not recommended for elderly people.
Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Goldendoodle 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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Not really

Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which has most military use?

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.

Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 1-9 puppies, average 4
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. What's recommended?

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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Goldendoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Goldendoodle, Yorkshire Terrier, and Havanese. Which has most recognition?
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
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
United Kennel Club
Havanese Club of America

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