Last Updated: Apr 09, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Australian Kelpie: Introduction
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Kelpie: Overview
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Kelpie: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie
- The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie
- Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Kelpie
- Appearance (Colors) of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie
- Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Kelpie
- Temperament of the Australian Kelpie Versus the Yorkshire Terrier
- Price of Yorkshire Terrier versus Price of Australian Kelpie
- Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Kelpie
- Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Australian Kelpies?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Australian Kelpie?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Australian Kelpie?
- Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Australian Kelpies?
- Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Australian Kelpie?
- Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Australian Kelpie
- How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Australian Kelpies?
- Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Australian Kelpie?
- Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Australian Kelpies?
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Australian Kelpies Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Australian Kelpie
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Australian Kelpies Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Kelpie. Which One is a Better Pet?
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Australian Kelpie: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie? 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 Australian Kelpie 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 Australian Kelpie.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie 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 Australian Kelpie. 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 Australian Kelpie.
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 Australian Kelpie.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Kelpie: Overview
A very important difference between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Australian Kelpie is a medium-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 Australian Kelpie belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Kelpie: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Yorkshire Terrier to the Australian Kelpie 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 Australian Kelpie
Factor | Yorkshire Terrier | Australian Kelpie |
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Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Weight | 4 to 6 pounds | 25 to 46 pounds |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Height | 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | 15 to 20 inches |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
Average Price | $2420 | $590 |
Price Range | $1600 – $2950 | $500 – $600 |
Temperament Score | 83.7 percent | 83.3 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 Australian Kelpie. 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 Australian Kelpie is 72 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Yorkshire Terrier is a better pet than the Australian Kelpie. So, you should get a Yorkshire Terrier!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie
Below is a list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie are most different:
The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie
The Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Kelpie
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie.
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 Australian Kelpie weighs 25 to 46 pounds when fully grown. The Australian Kelpie is 15 to 20 inches when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie
Yorkshire Terrier Colors
The Yorkshire Terrier comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Brown / Chocolate
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Bicolor
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Black
- Golden
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Apricot / Beige
- White / Cream
- Sable
The Yorkshire Terrier comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Apricot / Beige
- Black
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Brown / Chocolate
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Golden
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Sable
- Bicolor
Australian Kelpie Colors
The Australian Kelpie comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Brown / Chocolate
- Black
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Bicolor
The Australian Kelpie comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- Bicolor
- Brown / Chocolate
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- White / Cream
Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Kelpie
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 Australian Kelpie is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Australian Kelpie is 12.5 years.
The Yorkshire Terrier live longer than the Australian Kelpie.
Temperament of the Australian Kelpie Versus the Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkshire Terrier has a better temperament than the Australian Kelpie.
This is because the temperament score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 83.7 percent while the temperament score for the Australian Kelpie is 83.3 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 83.3 percent, the Australian Kelpie has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Australian Kelpie by measuring the temperaments of 43 Yorkshire Terriers and 6 Australian Kelpies.
Price of Yorkshire Terrier versus Price of Australian Kelpie
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 Australian Kelpie puppy is $590. The price of the Australian Kelpie typically ranges from $500 – $600. However, the price of the Australian Kelpie can be as low as $100 and as high as $1000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 20 Australian Kelpie puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Yorkshire Terrier is more expensive than the Australian Kelpie.
`Yorkshire Terrier | Australian Kelpie | |
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Average Price | $2420 | $590 |
Price Range | $1600 to $2950 | $500 to $600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Yorkshire Terrier and Australian Kelpie. For different price points, the charts show how many Yorkshire Terrier puppies or how many Australian Kelpie 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 Australian Kelpies
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Yorkshire Terrier puppy or the Australian Kelpie 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 Australian Kelpie
Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Australian Kelpies do not like to be left alone.
Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Australian Kelpies?
Yorkshire Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Australian Kelpies shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Australian Kelpie?
Yorkshire Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Australian Kelpies are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Australian Kelpie?
Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Australian Kelpies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Australian Kelpies?
Yorkshire Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Australian Kelpies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Australian Kelpie?
Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Australian Kelpies are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Australian Kelpie
Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Australian Kelpies do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Australian Kelpies?
Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Australian Kelpies do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Australian Kelpie?
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.
Australian Kelpies have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Australian Kelpies?
Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Australian Kelpies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Australian Kelpies Tolerate Cold Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Australian Kelpies can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Australian Kelpie
Yorkshire Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Australian Kelpies have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Australian Kelpies Tolerate Hot Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Australian Kelpies can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Australian Kelpie?
Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Australian Kelpies do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Australian Kelpie?
Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Australian Kelpies 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 Australian Kelpie. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier to other breeds:
Yorkshire Terrier versus Welsh Terrier Yorkshire Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier Yorkshire Terrier versus Maltese Yorkshire Terrier versus Cavapoo Yorkshire Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux Yorkshire Terrier versus Italian Greyhound Yorkshire Terrier versus English Springer Spaniel Yorkshire Terrier versus Manchester Terrier Yorkshire Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer Yorkshire Terrier versus Bullmastiff Yorkshire Terrier versus Finnish Spitz Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund
Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Kelpie. 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 Australian Kelpie better suits you and your family.