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Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Yorkie or Simkhyi or Bassotto? Find the right dog for you

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Name Yorkshire Terrier Tibetan Spaniel Dachshund
OriginsEngland flagEngland Tibet flagTibet Germany flagGermany
Group Companion Dogs Companion Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Yorkie Simkhyi
Tibbie
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Tibetan Spaniel? Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund weight comparison:
2-3 kg (4-7 pounds) 9-15 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
2.5 kg (5.5 pounds) 12 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund? Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund height comparison:
20-23 cm (8-9 inches) 10 inches (25 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
21.5 cm (8.5 inches) 10 inches (25 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?
$600-$1000 $800-$1000 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund?
Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Tibetan Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund intelligence:
Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund trainability comparison.
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Tibetan Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund? 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.
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Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund? Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Aloof
Independent
Happy
Intelligent
Assertive
Willful
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
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.
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Sensitive: Tibetan Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund?
High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Tibetan Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund social needs comparison:
Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Tibetan Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Dachshund dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Tibetan Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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.
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Tibetan 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.
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Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:
Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Tibetan Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund?
A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Tibetan Spaniel rarely barks.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund?
Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Spaniel breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund 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.
Tibetan Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Dachshund 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 Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Tibetan Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Dachshund 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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Tibetan Spaniel bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Dachshund bite force: Weak.
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 Tibetan Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:
Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund?
Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Tibetan Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund health problems comparison:
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
No data available Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Tibetan Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Yorkshire Terrier, Tibetan Spaniel and Dachshund 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 Tibetan Spaniel: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund?
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. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Tibetan Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund coat comparison:
Fine Silky Fine
Colors
What are the original Yorkshire Terrier, Tibetan Spaniel and Dachshund color?
Black
Tan
Blue
Gold
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
White
Silver
Sable
Gold
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund? Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Tibetan Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund? Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Tibetan Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund?

Medium

The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Tibetan Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund 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.
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The Tibetan Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund?
Yes
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Dachshund 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
Tibetan Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Dachshund 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.
Tibetan Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Yorkshire Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Dachshund? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund?

Not really

Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Tibetan Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Yorkshire Terrier and Tibetan Spaniel and Dachshund have?
4-6 puppies 3-6 puppies 4-8 puppies

Yorkshire Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Dachshund 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 1983 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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 Tibetan breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the 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
No data available 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
Canadian Canine Registry

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