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Name	Shichon	Yorkshire Terrier	Goldendoodle
Origins	United States	England	United States Canada
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Teddy Bear Zuchon	Yorkie	Curly Retriever Goldenpoo Curly Golden
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Yorkshire Terrier? Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle weight comparison:	10-15 pounds (5-7 kg)	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	12.5 pounds (6 kg)	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle? Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle height comparison:	19-21 inches (49-53 cm)	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (51 cm)	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$600-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle?	Average: The Shichon is a commonly available dog breed.	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.

Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle trainability comparison.	Shichon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle?	Shichon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shichon dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle? Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Loving Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Social	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Energetic Intelligent Friendly Trainable
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.	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: Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle?	High: Shichon 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: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:	Shichon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shichon dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shichon 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.	Goldendoodle 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

Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Shichon dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle?	Shichon 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle?	The Shichon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:	Allergies	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Addison's Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Shichon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Shichon, Yorkshire Terrier and Goldendoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shichon: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle? Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle energy level comparison:	Shichon dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Goldendoodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shichon dogs have an average exercise need.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Goldendoodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle?	Shichon dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Goldendoodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle?	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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Shichon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle coat comparison:	Fluffy Dense Curly Silky	Fine	Curly Wavy Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Shichon, Yorkshire Terrier and Goldendoodle color?	Black Gray Red Cream White Silver Apricot	Black Tan Blue Gold	Black Gray Red White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle? Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Shichon requires minimal 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.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle? Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Shichon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle?	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 Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle?	Low 🔽 The Shichon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shichon is an average drooler. See more.	The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

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

Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle 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: Shichon or Yorkshire Terrier or Goldendoodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle?	Not really Shichon 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 Goldendoodle 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.

Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle 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 Shichon and Yorkshire Terrier and Goldendoodle have?	3-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Shichon vs Yorkshire Terrier vs Goldendoodle 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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