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Name	Havanese	Yorkshire Terrier	Chorkie
Origins	Cuba	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?	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Yorkie	Yorkie-Chi Yorkiehuahua Chia-Yorkie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or Chorkie? Which is the smallest dog, Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or Chorkie?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or Chorkie? Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie height comparison:	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or Chorkie? Which is more expensive?	$900-$1200	$600-$1000	$300-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or Chorkie?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Chorkie is easier than average to get.

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie trainability comparison.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Chorkie 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: Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or Chorkie?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Chorkie dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or Chorkie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Chorkie dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Personality and Temperament Comparison

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

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Health and Lifespan Comparison

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

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Fine	Silky
Colors What are the original Havanese, Yorkshire Terrier and Chorkie color?	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Tan Blue Gold	Black Brown Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or Chorkie? Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie grooming comparison:	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Chorkie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or Chorkie? Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Chorkie 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: Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or Chorkie?	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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Hypoallergenic Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chorkie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Havanese 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 Chorkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Good With Comparison

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

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie 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: Havanese or Yorkshire Terrier or Chorkie? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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: Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie?	Not really Havanese 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.	Not really Chorkie 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.

Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie 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 Havanese and Yorkshire Terrier and Chorkie have?	1-9 puppies, average 4	4-6 puppies	3-7 puppies
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Havanese vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chorkie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	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?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	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?	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	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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