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Name	Miniature Poodle	Yorkshire Terrier	Papillon
Origins	Germany France	England	Spain France Belgium
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel	Yorkie	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon weight comparison:	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	16 pounds (7.5 kg)	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon? Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon height comparison:	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13 inches (33 cm)	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$600-$1000	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon?	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 Papillon is quite easy to get.

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon intelligence:	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon trainability comparison.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon?	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon? Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly
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.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon?	High: Miniature Poodle 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: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon social needs comparison:	Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Miniature Poodle 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.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon?	The Miniature Poodle 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 Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Miniature Poodle 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 Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Poodle, Yorkshire Terrier and Papillon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon?	0.5 to 1.5 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.	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? Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle'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 Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon coat comparison:	Dense Curly Thick	Fine	Feathered
Colors What are the original Miniature Poodle, Yorkshire Terrier and Papillon color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Tan Blue Gold	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon? Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon grooming comparison:	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.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon? Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Miniature Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papillon 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 Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon 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, Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon?	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Miniature Poodle 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 Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon Good With Comparison

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

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon 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: Miniature Poodle or Yorkshire Terrier or Papillon? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon?	Not really Miniature Poodle 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 Papillon 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.

Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon 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 Miniature Poodle and Yorkshire Terrier and Papillon have?	2-8 puppies, average 5	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Miniature Poodle vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon 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.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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