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Name	Yorkshire Terrier	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Papillon
Origins	England	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?	Yorkie	Cavalier Cavie Cav	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$1200-$1500	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon?	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon? Which is the smallest dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon weight comparison:	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon? Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon height comparison:	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon coat comparison:	Fine	Feathered	Feathered
Colors What are the original Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Papillon color?	Gold Blue Tan Black	Tan Blenheim Tricolor Ruby	White Red Tan Lemon Sable Black
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon? Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon? Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Yorkshire Terriers shed none to minimal. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels shed above average. See more.	Papillons 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon? Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Energetic Intelligent Playful Courageous Independent Loyal	Affectionate Courageous Intelligent Cheerful Gentle Social Polite Quiet Active Graceful Fearless Friendly Nonaggressive Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Alert Friendly Energetic Happy Intelligent
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon intelligence:	Smart: Yorkshire Terrier's has great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon trainability comparison.	Yorkshire Terriers are quite easy to train. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are quite easy to train. See more.	Papillons are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon playfulness comparison:	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Yorkshire Terriers don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Papillons 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: Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon?	High: Yorkshire Terriers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillons are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon social needs comparison:	Yorkshire Terriers need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papillons need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon?	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. 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
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon?	Yorkshire Terriers are good watchdogs. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Papillons are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Yorkshire Terriers strongly protect their territory. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Papillons strongly protect their territory. 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon mouthiness comparison:	Yorkshire Terriers have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Papillons have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Yorkshire Terriers have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Papillons are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Yorkshire Terriers have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels 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.	Papillons 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon?	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Papillons adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon?	Yorkshire Terriers tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Papillons tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon? Which dog is more friendly?	Yorkshire Terriers are average friendly towards strangers.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillons are very 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 Terriers are usually friendly towards other pets.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are generally with other pets.	Papillons are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon?	Yorkshire Terriers are not kid-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very kid-friendly dogs.	Papillons are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon?	Yorkshire Terriers are cat-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are average friendly towards cats.	Papillons are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon?	Yorkshire Terriers are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are very dog-friendly dogs.	Papillons are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon?	Yes Yorkshire Terriers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillons 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.	No Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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?	Yorkshire Terriers are not recommended for elderly people.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon Health Comparison

Health Issues Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon?	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	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: Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Hypoglycemia Patellar Luxation Portosystemic Liver Shunt Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Reverse Sneezing	Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Hip Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Patellar Luxation Syringomyelia	Collapsed Trachea Hypoglycemia Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
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).	Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon lifespan comparison. How long do Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Papillon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
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Hypoallergenic Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon? Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon energy level comparison:	Yorkshire Terriers are high-energy dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Papillons have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Yorkshire Terriers exercise need is very minimal.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels have an average exercise need.	Papillons need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon?	Yorkshire Terriers don't need too much sleep.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Papillons 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Papillon?	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.	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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon?	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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon?	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high 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 Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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: Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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: Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon?	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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 Yorkshire Terrier and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Papillon have?	4-6 puppies	3-5 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Papillon 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 in 1995 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?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels 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	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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