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Name	Yorkshire Terrier	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Westie Staff
Origins	England	England	United States Scotland
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff breeds.	Yorkie	Cavalier Cavie Cav	No data available
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Small	Small Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff? Compare adult weight ranges.	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	Male: 30-60 pounds (13-27 kg), Female: 25-55 pounds (11-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	Male: 45 pounds (20 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Westie Staff? Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff height comparison:	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$1000	$1200-$1500	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Westie Staff?	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Average: The Westie Staff is a commonly available dog breed.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which breed ranks highest?	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.	Smart: The Westie Staff dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which is easiest to train?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Westie Staff dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which breed is most alert?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Westie Staff dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which breed is most protective?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Westie Staff dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff? Compare temperaments.	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious
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.	Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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: Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff?	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Westie Staff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff social needs comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Westie Staff dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Westie Staff dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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.	Westie Staff dogs 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

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Westie Staff is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which breed is most playful?	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 Westie Staff is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Westie Staff indoors.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which breed is most flexible?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Westie Staff dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Westie Staff?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Westie Staff 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 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which has lowest bite risk?	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 Westie Staff has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which uses mouth most during play?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Westie Staff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which has the strongest bite?	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 🔽 Westie Staff bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which breed lives longest?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Westie Staff: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which handles climate changes best?	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 cold weather conditions The Westie Staff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which has fewer health issues?	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Westie Staffs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency 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.	Rare The Westie Staff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy White Dog Shaker Syndrome Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis Pulmonary Fibrosis

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which breed is most active?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Westie Staff dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Westie Staff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.	Westie Staff dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Westie Staff?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Westie Staff dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which is most prone to obesity?	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 Westie Staff has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which needs most food?	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.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. What colors are available?	Black Tan Blue Gold	Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby	Black Blue White Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which requires most maintenance?	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 Westie Staff requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which drools 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 Westie Staff is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which has least natural smell?	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 Westie Staff has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fine	Feathered	Fine Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	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 Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Westie Staff? Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. See more.	Westie Staff dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which is best with kids?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Westie Staff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Westie Staff dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Westie Staff? Which dog is more friendly?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Westie Staff dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Westie Staff?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Westie Staff dogs are not the most 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 Westie Staff?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Westie Staff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff?	Yes Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Westie Staff 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.	No Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Westie Staff 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.	Westie Staffs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which excels in therapy work?	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. 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 Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which is best suited for water work?	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 Westie Staff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	3-5 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. What's recommended?	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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Westie Staff Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. How are they classified internationally?	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.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Yorkshire Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, and Westie Staff. 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	Dog Registry of America Inc.

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