Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkie?

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Name	Miniature Labradoodle	Yorkshire Terrier
Origins	England Germany France Canada	England
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Yorkie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier? Is the Miniature Labradoodle bigger than the Yorkshire Terrier breed? Is a Miniature Labradoodle smaller than a Yorkshire Terrier?	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier? Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier weight comparison:	20-50 pounds (9-23 kg)	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	35 pounds (16 kg)	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier? Is a Miniature Labradoodle taller than a Yorkshire Terrier?	16-22 inches (41-56 cm)	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	19 inches (48.5 cm)	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Miniature Labradoodle and Yorkshire Terrier?	$1000-$2000	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier?	Frequent: The Miniature Labradoodle is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier smarter? Which is best? Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier intelligence:	Outstanding: Miniature Labradoodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier trainability comparison. What's the difference between Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Miniature Labradoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier 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: Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier?	Miniature Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Miniature Labradoodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier? Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Trainable Cheerful Faithful Instinctual	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Sensitive: Miniature Labradoodle 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Average to High: Miniature Labradoodle dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier social needs comparison:	Miniature Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Miniature Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Miniature Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Miniature Labradoodle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Average to High: The Miniature Labradoodle is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier 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 Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Labradoodle breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Miniature Labradoodle 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: Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier?	Miniature Labradoodle 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.

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Labradoodle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Miniature Labradoodle more dangerous than a Yorkshire Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Miniature Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Miniature Labradoodle dogs have a higher than 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.

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier?	The Miniature Labradoodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Addison's Disease Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	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: Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Average The Miniature Labradoodle 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Labradoodle and Yorkshire Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Miniature Labradoodle and Yorkshire Terrier?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Labradoodle: 15 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier?	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.

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier? Does the Miniature Labradoodle breed eat more than the Yorkshire Terrier breed?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Miniature Labradoodle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier coat comparison:	Dense Curly Waterproof Thick Hard Short	Fine
Colors What are the original Miniature Labradoodle and Yorkshire Terrier color? Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier color comparison:	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Yellow Chocolate Beige Apricot	Black Tan Blue Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier? Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The Miniature Labradoodle requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier? Do Miniature Labradoodle dogs shed more than Yorkshire Terrier dogs?	Miniature Labradoodle dogs are low shedders. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier 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: Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier?	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 Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier?	High 🔼 The Miniature Labradoodle has a high 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? What's the difference between Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier?	The Miniature Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier 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 Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier?	Miniature Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier?	Miniature Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier? Can a Miniature Labradoodle and a Yorkshire Terrier be friends? Do Miniature Labradoodle dogs get along with Yorkshire Terrier dogs?	Miniature Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Yes Miniature Labradoodle 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 Miniature Labradoodle 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?	Miniature Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Yorkshire Terriers are not recommended for elderly people.

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Miniature Labradoodle or Yorkshire Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier?	Yes Miniature Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Yorkshire Terrier 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.
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.

Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Miniature Labradoodle and Yorkshire Terrier have? Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier litter size comparison:	5-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Miniature Labradoodle vs Yorkshire Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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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