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Name	Yorkshire Terrier	Chihuahua	Norwich Terrier
Origins	England	Mexico	United Kingdom
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	9	32	105
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Yorkie	Csivava Chihuahueño	Cantab Terrier Jones Terrier Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier Trumpington Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Chihuahua? Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier weight comparison:	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)	10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	4 pounds (2 kg)	11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier? Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier height comparison:	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	7.5 inches (19 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$600-$800	$1400-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier?	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Norwich Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier trainability comparison.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier? 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.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier? Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate
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: Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier?	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier social needs comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norwich Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Chihuahua 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.	Norwich Terrier 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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.	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Norwich Terrier 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 Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Chihuahua 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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier?	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.	Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering	No data available
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 Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua and Norwich Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norwich Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1/4 to 1/2 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 Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Norwich Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Wiry Soft
Colors What are the original Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua and Norwich Terrier color?	Black Tan Blue Gold	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier? Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier? Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or {name3 shedding:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Norwich Terrier 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 Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier?	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 Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwich Terrier has an average 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 Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Norwich Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Norwich Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Norwich Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Norwich Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Norwich Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier?	Yes Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Norwich Terrier 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 Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Norwich Terrier 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.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.	Norwich Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier 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 Chihuahua or Norwich Terrier? 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.
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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: Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier?	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwich Terrier 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 Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier 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 Chihuahua and Norwich Terrier have?	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	1-3 puppies
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Chihuahua vs Norwich Terrier 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 1904 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier 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 Chihuahueno section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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	No data available

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