Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Comparison – Which dog is better Yorkipoo or Pooshi?

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Name	Yorkipoo	Shih-Poo
Origins	United States	China Tibet
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Yorkipoo and Shih-Poo. What other names are these breeds known by?	No data available	Pooshi Shoodle
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Yorkipoo and a Shih-Poo. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Yorkipoo and a Shih-Poo. Which breed is heavier?	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10.5 pounds (5 kg)	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Yorkipoo or Shih-Poo? Is a Yorkipoo taller than a Shih-Poo?	7-8 inches (18-20 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7.5 inches (19 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Yorkipoo and a Shih-Poo. Which breed costs more?	$500-$1000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Yorkipoo or Shih-Poo?	Frequent: The Yorkipoo is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Shih-Poo is easier than average to get.

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Yorkipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Shih-Poo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare training requirements.	Yorkipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare alertness levels.	Yorkipoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare territorial behaviors.	Yorkipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Yorkipoo and a Shih-Poo. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Companionable	Intelligent Loyal Sweet Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo?	High: Yorkipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shih-Poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo social needs comparison:	Yorkipoo dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Shih-Poo 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 Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo?	Yorkipoo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo? Which can be better for hunting?	Yorkipoo 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.	Shih-Poo 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

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Yorkipoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Shih-Poo rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare play drive and energy.	The Yorkipoo is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkipoo breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Shih-Poo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare adaptability levels.	Yorkipoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shih-Poo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Yorkipoo or Shih-Poo?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Shih-Poo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Yorkipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Yorkipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkipoo bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih-Poo bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare average lifespans.	9-15 years The average lifespan of Yorkipoo: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Shih-Poo: 15 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shih-Poo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Yorkipoo and a Shih-Poo. Which breed is healthier?	The Yorkipoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shih-Poo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo?	Average The Yorkipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shih-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis	Heatstroke Dental Problems

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare activity levels.	Yorkipoo dogs are high-energy dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Yorkipoo or Shih-Poo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Yorkipoo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shih-Poo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Yorkipoo or Shih-Poo?	Yorkipoo dogs don't need too much sleep.	Shih-Poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Yorkipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih-Poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare daily food needs.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Yorkipoo and Shih-Poo? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Chocolate Apricot	Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Yorkipoo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare drooling amounts.	The Yorkipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shih-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Yorkipoo has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Yorkipoo and a Shih-Poo? Compare fur types.	Curly Silky Soft Straight	Curly Straight Curly & Straight
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Yorkipoo or Shih-Poo? Do Yorkipoo dogs shed more than Shih-Poo dogs?	Yorkipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shih-Poo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare kid-friendliness.	Yorkipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Yorkipoo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Shih-Poo dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Yorkipoo or Shih-Poo? Which dog is more friendly?	Yorkipoo dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Yorkipoo or Shih-Poo?	Yorkipoo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Yorkipoo or Shih-Poo? Can a Yorkipoo and a Shih-Poo be friends? Do Yorkipoo dogs get along with Shih-Poo dogs?	Yorkipoo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shih-Poo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo?	Yes Yorkipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shih-Poo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Yorkipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shih-Poo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Yorkipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shih-Poos are commonly okay with elderly people.

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare service capabilities.	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.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Yorkipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih-Poo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Yorkipoo or a Shih-Poo? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Yorkipoo and Shih-Poo. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Yorkipoo and Shih-Poo. Which has larger litters?	3-6 puppies	3-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Yorkipoo and Shih-Poo breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Yorkipoo and Shih-Poo. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Yorkipoo vs Shih-Poo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Yorkipoo and Shih-Poo. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Yorkipoo and Shih-Poo. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Yorkipoo and Shih-Poo. Which is more widely recognized?	Not recognized by any clubs.	Not recognized by any clubs.

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yvette
Aug 14, 2020, 6:40:38 PM:
great chart with all the questions answered when looking for a dog.