Last Updated: Apr 09, 2022
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- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog: Introduction
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog: Overview
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog
- The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog
- Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog
- Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog
- Temperament of the Yorkshire Terrier Versus the Central Asian Shepherd Dog
- Price of Yorkshire Terrier versus Price of Central Asian Shepherd Dog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog
- Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Central Asian Shepherd Dogs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Central Asian Shepherd Dog?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Central Asian Shepherd Dog?
- Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Central Asian Shepherd Dogs?
- Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Central Asian Shepherd Dog?
- Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Central Asian Shepherd Dog
- How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Central Asian Shepherd Dogs?
- Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Central Asian Shepherd Dog?
- Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Central Asian Shepherd Dogs?
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Central Asian Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Central Asian Shepherd Dog
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Central Asian Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Yorkshire Terrier and for the Central Asian Shepherd Dog. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Yorkshire Terrier or the Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog: Overview
A very important difference between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Central Asian Shepherd Dog is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Yorkshire Terrier belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Central Asian Shepherd Dog belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Yorkshire Terrier to the Central Asian Shepherd Dog based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Factor | Yorkshire Terrier | Central Asian Shepherd Dog |
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Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 3/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Weight | 4 to 6 pounds | 88 to 110 pounds |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Height | 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 24 to 28 inches |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
Average Price | $2420 | $2280 |
Price Range | $1600 – $2950 | $2000 – $2650 |
Temperament Score | 83.7 percent | 91.7 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Yorkshire Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Central Asian Shepherd Dog. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 76 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Central Asian Shepherd Dog is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Yorkshire Terrier is a better pet than the Central Asian Shepherd Dog. So, you should get a Yorkshire Terrier!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Below is a list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog are most different:
The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog
The Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
The Yorkshire Terrier weighs 4 to 6 pounds when fully grown. The Yorkshire Terrier is 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Central Asian Shepherd Dog weighs 88 to 110 pounds when fully grown. The Central Asian Shepherd Dog is 24 to 28 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog
The lifespan of the Yorkshire Terrier is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Yorkshire Terrier is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog is 13.5 years.
The Central Asian Shepherd Dog live as long as the Yorkshire Terrier.
Temperament of the Yorkshire Terrier Versus the Central Asian Shepherd Dog
The Central Asian Shepherd Dog has a better temperament than the Yorkshire Terrier.
This is because the temperament score for the Central Asian Shepherd Dog is 91.7 percent while the temperament score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 83.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 83.7 percent, the Yorkshire Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 91.7 percent, the Central Asian Shepherd Dog has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog by measuring the temperaments of 43 Yorkshire Terriers and 24 Central Asian Shepherd Dogs.
Price of Yorkshire Terrier versus Price of Central Asian Shepherd Dog
The average price of the Yorkshire Terrier puppy is $2420. The price of the Yorkshire Terrier typically ranges from $1600 – $2950. However, the price of a Yorkshire Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $15000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 957 Yorkshire Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog puppy is $2280. The price of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog typically ranges from $2000 – $2650. However, the price of the Central Asian Shepherd Dog can be as low as $1000 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 26 Central Asian Shepherd Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Yorkshire Terrier is more expensive than the Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
`Yorkshire Terrier | Central Asian Shepherd Dog | |
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Average Price | $2420 | $2280 |
Price Range | $1600 to $2950 | $2000 to $2650 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Yorkshire Terrier and Central Asian Shepherd Dog. For different price points, the charts show how many Yorkshire Terrier puppies or how many Central Asian Shepherd Dog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Yorkshire Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Central Asian Shepherd Dogs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Yorkshire Terrier puppy or the Central Asian Shepherd Dog puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Central Asian Shepherd Dogs?
Yorkshire Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Central Asian Shepherd Dog?
Yorkshire Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Central Asian Shepherd Dog?
Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Central Asian Shepherd Dogs?
Yorkshire Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Central Asian Shepherd Dog?
Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are not easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs have a very high tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Central Asian Shepherd Dogs?
Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Central Asian Shepherd Dog?
Yorkshire Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Central Asian Shepherd Dogs?
Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Central Asian Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Yorkshire Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Central Asian Shepherd Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Central Asian Shepherd Dog?
Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Central Asian Shepherd Dog?
Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Yorkshire Terrier compares to other breeds aside from the Central Asian Shepherd Dog. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier to other breeds:
Yorkshire Terrier versus Black and Tan Coonhound Yorkshire Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog Yorkshire Terrier versus Labradoodle Yorkshire Terrier versus Yorkshire Terrier Yorkshire Terrier versus Belgian Malinois Yorkshire Terrier versus Bolognese Yorkshire Terrier versus Papillon Yorkshire Terrier versus Golden Retriever Yorkshire Terrier versus Papipoo Yorkshire Terrier versus Gordon Setter Yorkshire Terrier versus Boerboel Yorkshire Terrier versus Newfoundland Yorkshire Terrier versus Cockalier Yorkshire Terrier versus Leonberger Yorkshire Terrier versus Coton de Tulear
Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Central Asian Shepherd Dog better suits you and your family.