Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Yorkie or Mini Foxi?

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Name	Yorkshire Terrier	Miniature Fox Terrier
Origins	England	Australia
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Yorkie	Mini Foxi Mini Foxie Mini Fox Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Yorkshire Terrier and Miniature Fox Terrier?	$600-$1000	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Size Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Is the Yorkshire Terrier bigger than the Miniature Fox Terrier breed? Is a Yorkshire Terrier smaller than a Miniature Fox Terrier?	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier weight comparison:	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	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)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Is a Yorkshire Terrier taller than a Miniature Fox Terrier?	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier coat comparison:	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Yorkshire Terrier and Miniature Fox Terrier color? Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier color comparison:	Gold Blue Tan Black	Black & White Black & Tan Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Miniature Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Do Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed more than Miniature Fox Terrier dogs?	Yorkshire Terriers shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Fox Terriers shed moderately. 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 Miniature Fox Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Energetic Intelligent Playful Courageous Independent Loyal	Alert Intelligent Fearless Playful Friendly
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier smarter? Which is best? Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier 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.
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Trainability Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier trainability comparison. What's the difference between Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	Yorkshire Terriers are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Fox Terriers are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	Sensitive: Yorkshire Terriers don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Miniature Fox Terriers 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 Miniature Fox Terrier?	High: Yorkshire Terriers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Fox Terriers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier social needs comparison:	Yorkshire Terriers need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Fox Terriers need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Fox Terrier 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 Miniature Fox Terrier?	Yorkshire Terriers are good watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Fox Terriers are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? 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.	Miniature Fox Terriers strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Biting Potential Is a Yorkshire Terrier more dangerous than a Miniature Fox Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Fox Terrier 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 Miniature Fox Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Yorkshire Terriers have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Fox Terriers have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	Yorkshire Terriers have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Miniature Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier? 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.	Miniature Fox Terriers have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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 Miniature Fox Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Miniature Fox Terrier 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.	Miniature Fox Terriers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	Yorkshire Terriers tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Fox Terriers tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Yorkshire Terriers are average friendly towards strangers.	Miniature Fox Terriers are average friendly towards strangers.
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.	Miniature Fox Terriers are generally with other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	Yorkshire Terriers are not kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Fox Terriers are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	Yorkshire Terriers are cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Fox Terriers are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Can a Yorkshire Terrier and a Miniature Fox Terrier be friends? Do Yorkshire Terrier dogs get along with Miniature Fox Terrier dogs?	Yorkshire Terriers are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Fox Terriers are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	Yes Yorkshire Terriers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Fox Terriers 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 Miniature Fox 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.	Miniature Fox Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Health Comparison

Health Issues Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Miniature Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Hypoglycemia Patellar Luxation Portosystemic Liver Shunt Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Reverse Sneezing	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	Rare The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Miniature Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Yorkshire Terrier and Miniature Fox Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Yorkshire Terrier and Miniature Fox Terrier?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Fox Terrier: 12 years
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Hypoallergenic Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier energy level comparison:	Yorkshire Terriers are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Fox Terriers are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Yorkshire Terriers exercise need is very minimal.	Miniature Fox Terriers need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	Yorkshire Terriers don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Fox Terriers don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Does the Yorkshire Terrier breed eat more than the Miniature Fox Terrier breed?	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier 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 Miniature Fox Terrier'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 Miniature Fox 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.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Yorkshire Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Fox 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.
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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Yorkshire Terrier and Miniature Fox Terrier have? Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier litter size comparison:	4-6 puppies	2-3 puppies
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy 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.
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	No data available

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