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Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Continental Toy Spaniel or Yorkie or Bassotto? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund breeds.
Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
Yorkie Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) 2-3 kg (4-7 pounds) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) 2.5 kg (5.5 pounds) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Papillon or Yorkshire Terrier or Dachshund? Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund height comparison:
Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) 20-23 cm (8-9 inches) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) 21.5 cm (8.5 inches) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Find price differences between these breeds.
$400-$600 $600-$1000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Papillon or Yorkshire Terrier or Dachshund?
Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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 Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which is easiest to train?
Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which breed is most alert?
Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which breed is most protective?
Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund? Compare temperaments.
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund?
High: Papillon 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: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund social needs comparison:
Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Dachshund dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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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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Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which breed is most flexible?
Papillon 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.
Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Papillon or Yorkshire Terrier or Dachshund?
Papillon 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.
Dachshund 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.

Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Dachshund bite force: Weak.

Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which breed lives longest?
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which has fewer health issues?
The Papillon 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 Dachshund 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?
Average
The Papillon 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 Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund health problems comparison:
Collapsed Trachea
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy

Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which breed is most active?
Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Dachshund 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
Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Papillon or Yorkshire Terrier or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Papillon or Yorkshire Terrier or Dachshund?
Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Papillon 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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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which needs most food?
1/4 to 1 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 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
Black
Tan
Blue
Gold
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which drools least?
The Papillon 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 Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

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The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Fine Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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 Papillon or Yorkshire Terrier or Dachshund? Papillon or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

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

Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. 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 Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. 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 Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Papillon 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

Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. 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 Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. 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.

Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. 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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Papillon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Papillon, Yorkshire Terrier, and Dachshund. Which has most recognition?
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
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

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