Why you Should Get the Yorkshire Terrier Instead of the Tibetan Mastiff.

Last Updated: Apr 09, 2022

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Yorkshire Terrier Versus Tibetan Mastiff: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff? 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 Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff. 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 Tibetan Mastiff.

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 Tibetan Mastiff.

Yorkshire Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff

Yorkshire Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff: Overview

A very important difference between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Tibetan Mastiff is a giant-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 Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Yorkshire Terrier to the Tibetan Mastiff 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 Tibetan Mastiff

FactorYorkshire TerrierTibetan Mastiff
Does NOT Drool5/54/5
Life Span12 to 15 years10 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone2/51/5
Tolerates Cold Weather2/55/5
Tolerates Hot Weather2/52/5
Kid-Friendly2/55/5
Friendly Toward Strangers2/52/5
Does NOT Shed4/54/5
Easy To Groom2/54/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight4/52/5
Does NOT chew on things4/51/5
Low Prey Drive4/53/5
Dog Friendly3/55/5
Easy To Train3/51/5
Intelligence3/55/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl3/54/5
Tendency NOT to Wander3/53/5
Good For Novice Owners4/51/5
Affectionate With Family4/55/5
General Health4/53/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor2/54/5
Minimal Exercise Needs2/54/5
Weight4 to 6 pounds75 to 160 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living5/51/5
Easygoing1/51/5
NOT Rambunctious1/52/5
Potential For Playfulness5/55/5
Height8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder2 feet to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan13.5 years12.0 years
Average Price$2420$2940
Price Range$1600 – $2950$2000 – $3000
Temperament Score83.7 percent52.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cornell DNA Bank
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination- Prior to the onset of breeding, recommend evaluations at 1, 3, and 6 Years of Age.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds9137

    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 Tibetan Mastiff. 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 Tibetan Mastiff is 77 out of 125.

    Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Tibetan Mastiff, we still believe that the Yorkshire Terrier is a better pet than the Tibetan Mastiff.

    This is because Yorkshire Terriers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Yorkshire Terrier will come out on top.

    Also, we are biased in favor of the Yorkshire Terrier :-). We are for the Yorkshire Terrier. So get a Yorkshire Terrier!

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff

    Below is a list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff are most different:

  • Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Tibetan Mastiffs can tolerate cold weather.
  • Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly. However, Tibetan Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Yorkshire Terriers are not prone to nip and chew at things. However, Tibetan Mastiffs are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Yorkshire Terriers are good for new dog owners. However, Tibetan Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Yorkshire Terriers adapt well to apartment living. However, Tibetan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff

    The Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff are most similar:

  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff are very playful.
  • Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff.

    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 Tibetan Mastiff weighs 75 to 160 pounds when fully grown. The Tibetan Mastiff is 2 feet to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Size of Yorkshire Terrier versus Size of Tibetan Mastiff

    Appearance (Colors) of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff

    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

    Tibetan Mastiff Colors

    The Tibetan Mastiff comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

    • Golden
    • Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
    • Brown / Chocolate
    • Black

    The Tibetan Mastiff comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:

    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn

    Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff

    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 Tibetan Mastiff is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Tibetan Mastiff is 12.0 years.

    The Yorkshire Terrier live longer than the Tibetan Mastiff.

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff

    Temperament of the Tibetan Mastiff Versus the Yorkshire Terrier

    The Yorkshire Terrier has a better temperament than the Tibetan Mastiff.

    This is because the temperament score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 83.7 percent while the temperament score for the Tibetan Mastiff is 52.9 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 52.9 percent, the Tibetan Mastiff has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff by measuring the temperaments of 43 Yorkshire Terriers and 17 Tibetan Mastiffs.

    Price of Yorkshire Terrier versus Price of Tibetan Mastiff

    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 Tibetan Mastiff puppy is $2940. The price of the Tibetan Mastiff typically ranges from $2000 – $3000. However, the price of the Tibetan Mastiff can be as low as $1000 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 62 Tibetan Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Tibetan Mastiff is more expensive than the Yorkshire Terrier.

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    Yorkshire Terrier Tibetan Mastiff
    Average Price $2420 $2940
    Price Range $1600 to $2950 $2000 to $3000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Yorkshire Terrier and Tibetan Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many Yorkshire Terrier puppies or how many Tibetan Mastiff 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 Yorkshire Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan Mastiffs

    A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan Mastiffs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Yorkshire Terrier puppy or the Tibetan Mastiff 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.

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff

    Adopting the Yorkshire Terrier versus Adopting the Tibetan Mastiff

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Yorkshire Terriers and many Tibetan Mastiffs are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Yorkshire Terrier named Sailor that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Yorkshire Terriers like Sailor on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Yorkshire Terriers, Tibetan Mastiffs are also available for adoption. For example, Mav is a Male Tibetan Mastiff that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Tibetan Mastiffs like Mav that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Also, Norm is an adorable Male Tibetan Mastiff on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    You can find more Yorkshire Terriers and Tibetan Mastiffs that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier versus Popularity of Tibetan Mastiff

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Yorkshire Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Tibetan Mastiff. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Yorkshire Terrier is 9 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Tibetan Mastiff is 137 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    Popularity of Tibetan Mastiff

    Popularity of Tibetan Mastiff

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    Year Yorkshire Terrier Popularity Rank Tibetan Mastiff Popularity Rank
    2013 6 132
    2014 6 135
    2015 7 133
    2016 9 135
    2017 9 153
    2018 10 131
    2019 12 128
    2020 13 140
    2021 13 147

    Health Problems of Yorkshire Terrier versus Health Problems of Tibetan Mastiff

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Yorkshire Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Tibetan Mastiff.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Yorkshire Terrier than for the Tibetan Mastiff.

    7 health tests are recommended for Yorkshire Terrier while 4 tests are recommended for the Tibetan Mastiff.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Yorkshire Terriers and in Tibetan Mastiffs.

    Yorkshire Terrier Health Problems

    Yorkshire Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Yorkshire Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Yorkshire Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Yorkshire Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Yorkshire Terriers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cornell DNA Bank
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination- Prior to the onset of breeding, recommend evaluations at 1, 3, and 6 Years of Age.
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation

  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Yorkshire Terriers here.

    Tibetan Mastiff Health Problems

    Tibetan Mastiffs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Tibetan Mastiff puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Tibetan Mastiff puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Tibetan Mastiff breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Tibetan Mastiffs for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia

  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Tibetan Mastiffs here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Yorkshire Terriers and Tibetan Mastiffs

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Yorkshire Terrier Breed is Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

    This is because the Yorkshire Terrier ranks 1 out of 40 dog breeds for Legg-Calve-Perthes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 321 Yorkshire Terriers, 9 of them had Legg-Calve-Perthes problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Yorkshire Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Yorkshire Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Legg-Calve-Perthes problems: Rank 1 out of 40 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 3 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 23 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 88 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 159 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Tibetan Mastiff Breed is Thyroid problems.

    This is because the Tibetan Mastiff ranks 15 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 196 Tibetan Mastiffs, 18 of them had Thyroid problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Tibetan Mastiffs, and how common these diseases are in Tibetan Mastiffs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Thyroid problems: Rank 15 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 27 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 61 out of 198 Dog Breeds

  • The table below lists the common health problems in Yorkshire Terrier and in Tibetan Mastiff and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Yorkshire Terrier and the Tibetan Mastiff:

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    Disease Yorkshire Terrier Rank Tibetan Mastiff Rank
    Legg-Calve-Perthes problems 1 out of 40 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 3 out of 145 dog breeds Not Common
    Dentition Database problems 23 out of 49 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 88 out of 182 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 159 out of 198 dog breeds 61 out of 198 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems Not Common 15 out of 115 dog breeds
    Elbow problems Not Common 27 out of 144 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff

    Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Tibetan Mastiffs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Tibetan Mastiffs?

    Yorkshire Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Tibetan Mastiffs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Yorkshire Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Tibetan Mastiffs are very easy to groom.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Tibetan Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?

    Yorkshire Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Tibetan Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Tibetan Mastiffs are not easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Tibetan Mastiff

    Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Tibetan Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Tibetan Mastiffs?

    Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Tibetan Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Tibetan Mastiff?

    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.

    Tibetan Mastiffs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Tibetan Mastiffs?

    Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Tibetan Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Tibetan Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Tibetan Mastiff

    Yorkshire Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Tibetan Mastiffs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Tibetan Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Tibetan Mastiffs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Is the Yorkshire Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Tibetan Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Tibetan Mastiff?

    Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Tibetan Mastiffs 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 Tibetan Mastiff. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier to other breeds:

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Sussex Spaniel     Yorkshire Terrier versus Black Mouth Cur     Yorkshire Terrier versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Yorkshire Terrier versus Bich Poo     Yorkshire Terrier versus Schnoodle     Yorkshire Terrier versus Havanese     Yorkshire Terrier versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Yorkshire Terrier versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Sloughi     Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken     Yorkshire Terrier versus Dutch Shepherd     Yorkshire Terrier versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Yorkshire Terrier versus Belgian Sheepdog     Yorkshire Terrier versus German Shepherd Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Akita     Yorkshire Terrier versus Chihuahua     Yorkshire Terrier versus Boston Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Maremma Sheepdog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     

    Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff. 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 Tibetan Mastiff better suits you and your family.