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Name	Yorkshire Terrier	Biewer Terrier	Toy Poodle
Origins	England	Germany	Germany France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Yorkie	Biewer à la Pom Pon Biewer Yorkie Biewer Yorkshire German Yorkshire Terrier	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$1500-$1800	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle?	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.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Biewer Terrier? Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle weight comparison:	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg)	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	6.75 pounds (3.25 kg)	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle? Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle height comparison:	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	7-11 inches (18-28 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	9 inches (23 cm)	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle coat comparison:	Fine	Silky Soft Long	Dense Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Yorkshire Terrier, Biewer Terrier and Toy Poodle color?	Black Tan Blue Gold	Piebald Black & White & Tan Chocolate Tan & White Blue Tan & White	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle? Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Biewer Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. 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 Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle? Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Toy Poodle 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: Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle?	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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle? Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Playful Stubborn Energetic Intelligent Friendly	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle intelligence:	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Biewer Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle trainability comparison.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Biewer Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Biewer Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle social needs comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Biewer Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Biewer Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Biewer Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle mouthiness comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Biewer Terrier dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Toy Poodle 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Biewer Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Biewer Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle?	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.	Toy Poodle 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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle Good With Comparison

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

Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle Health Comparison

Health Issues Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	Biewer Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Toy Poodle 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: Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Dental Problems GI tract sensitivity Bouts of diarrhea Frequent discolored or soft stool	Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Biewer Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Yorkshire Terrier, Biewer Terrier and Toy Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Biewer Terrier: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years
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Hypoallergenic Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle? Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle energy level comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Biewer Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Biewer Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Biewer Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 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? Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Biewer Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Biewer Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Biewer Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle 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: Yorkshire Terrier or Biewer Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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?	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: Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle?	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Biewer Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Toy Poodle 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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle 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 Yorkshire Terrier and Biewer Terrier and Toy Poodle have?	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Biewer Terrier vs Toy Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	United Kennel Club	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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