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Name	Yorkshire Terrier	Silky Terrier	Schnoodle
Origins	England	Australia	United States
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Yorkie	Australian Silky Terrier Sydney Silky	Standard Schnoodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle? Which is the smallest dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle?	Small	Small	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Silky Terrier? Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle weight comparison:	2-3 kg (4-7 pounds)	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)	20-75 pounds (9-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	2.5 kg (5.5 pounds)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle? Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle height comparison:	20-23 cm (8-9 inches)	9-10 inches (23-25 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21.5 cm (8.5 inches)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle?	Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.	Average: The Schnoodle is a commonly available dog breed.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle intelligence:	Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Silky Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Schnoodle is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle trainability comparison.	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Schnoodle dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Schnoodle dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle? 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.	Silky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Schnoodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle? Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal	Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Quick Joyful Inquisitive	Active Playful Protective Intelligent Loyal Watchful Smart
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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 Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle?	High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Silky Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Schnoodle dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle social needs comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Schnoodle 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.	Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Schnoodle 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.	Silky 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.	Schnoodle 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 Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Schnoodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle?	A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Schnoodle rarely barks. 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 Silky Terrier or Schnoodle?	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Silky 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 Schnoodle indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle 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.	Average: Silky Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Schnoodle dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Silky Terrier 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.	Schnoodle 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 Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Silky Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Schnoodle bite force: Ordinary.
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 Silky Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Schnoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle mouthiness comparison:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Schnoodle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle?	Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Silky Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Schnoodle 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 Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Epilepsy Diabetes	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Diabetes Addison's Disease Gastric Torsion
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).	Average The Silky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Schnoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle lifespan comparison. How long do Yorkshire Terrier, Silky Terrier and Schnoodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Schnoodle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	2 to 4.5 cups 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 Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Schnoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle coat comparison:	Fine	Silky Straight Glossy	Wiry Curly Soft Wavy
Colors What are the original Yorkshire Terrier, Silky Terrier and Schnoodle color?	Black Tan Blue Gold	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum	Black Gray White Silver Brown Sable Apricot Black & Tan Black & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle? Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schnoodle doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle? Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Schnoodle dogs are low shedders. 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 Silky Terrier or Schnoodle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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 Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle?	Medium ⏺ The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Schnoodle 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 Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Schnoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Silky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Schnoodle dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Schnoodle 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 Silky Terrier or Schnoodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Schnoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Schnoodle dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Silky Terrier or Schnoodle?	Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Schnoodle dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle?	Yes Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Silky Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Schnoodle 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 Silky Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Schnoodle 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.	Silky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Schnoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle 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 Silky Terrier or Schnoodle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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 Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle?	Not really Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Silky Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Schnoodle 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 Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle 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 Silky Terrier and Schnoodle have?	4-6 puppies	3-5 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Schnoodle 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 1959 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.	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	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 Club Espanol De Terriers	Not recognized by any clubs.

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