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Name	Keeshond	Yorkshire Terrier	Toy Poodle
Origins	Germany Netherlands	England	Germany France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chien Loup Deutscher Wolfsspitz Kees Smiling Dutchman Wolfsspitz Dutch Barge Dog Barge Dog	Yorkie	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle weight comparison:	35-45 pounds (15-20 kg)	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	40 pounds (17.5 kg)	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle? Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle height comparison:	Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm)	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$1000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle intelligence:	Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle trainability comparison.	Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Keeshond dogs are average defenders. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle? Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Agile Intelligent Obedient Quick Bright Sturdy	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Keeshond dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	High: Keeshond 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: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle social needs comparison:	Keeshond dogs are a social breed. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Toy Poodle 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?	Keeshond 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.	Toy Poodle 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

Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	The Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Toy Poodle 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: Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Heart Problems Skin Diseases Kneecap dislocations	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Keeshond 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).	Average The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Keeshond, Yorkshire Terrier and Toy Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	Prefers cold weather The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.

Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup 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? Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond'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 Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense	Fine	Dense Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Keeshond, Yorkshire Terrier and Toy Poodle color?	Black Gray Cream Silver	Black Tan Blue Gold	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle? Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle? Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Toy Poodle 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: Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle?	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 Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Keeshond 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 Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle Good With Comparison

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

Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle 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: Keeshond or Yorkshire Terrier or Toy Poodle? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	Not really Keeshond 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 Toy Poodle 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.

Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle 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 Keeshond and Yorkshire Terrier and Toy Poodle have?	3-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Keeshond vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz 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 Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, Inc.	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.

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