Last Updated: Apr 09, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Toy Poodle: Introduction
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Poodle: Overview
- Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Poodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle
- The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle
- Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Poodle
- Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Poodle
- Temperament of the Yorkshire Terrier Versus the Toy Poodle
- Price of Yorkshire Terrier versus Price of Toy Poodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Poodle
- Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Toy Poodles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Toy Poodle?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Toy Poodle?
- Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Toy Poodles?
- Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Toy Poodle?
- Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Toy Poodle
- How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Toy Poodles?
- Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Toy Poodle?
- Do Yorkshire Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Toy Poodles?
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Toy Poodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Toy Poodle
- Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Toy Poodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Poodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Yorkshire Terrier Versus Toy Poodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle? 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 Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodle. 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 Toy Poodle.
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 Toy Poodle.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Poodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Toy Poodle is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle are Companion Dogs. This means both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle 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.
Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Poodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Yorkshire Terrier to the Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodle
| Factor | Yorkshire Terrier | Toy Poodle |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 4 to 6 pounds | 6 to 10 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder | From 6 to over 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $2420 | $2760 |
| Price Range | $1600 – $2950 | $1894 – $3500 |
| Temperament Score | 83.7 percent | 78.9 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 Toy Poodle. 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 Toy Poodle is 88 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Toy Poodle, we still believe that the Yorkshire Terrier is a better pet than the Toy Poodle.
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!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle
Below is a list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle
The Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Poodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle.
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 Toy Poodle weighs 6 to 10 pounds when fully grown. The Toy Poodle is From 6 to over 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Poodle
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 Toy Poodle is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Toy Poodle is 13.5 years.
The Toy Poodle live as long as the Yorkshire Terrier.
Temperament of the Yorkshire Terrier Versus the Toy Poodle
The Yorkshire Terrier has a better temperament than the Toy Poodle.
This is because the temperament score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 83.7 percent while the temperament score for the Toy Poodle is 78.9 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 78.9 percent, the Toy Poodle has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Toy Poodle by measuring the temperaments of 43 Yorkshire Terriers and 57 Toy Poodles.
Price of Yorkshire Terrier versus Price of Toy Poodle
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 Toy Poodle puppy is $2760. The price of the Toy Poodle typically ranges from $1894 – $3500. However, the price of the Toy Poodle can be as low as $450 and as high as $9835. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 872 Toy Poodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Toy Poodle is more expensive than the Yorkshire Terrier.
`| Yorkshire Terrier | Toy Poodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2420 | $2760 |
| Price Range | $1600 to $2950 | $1894 to $3500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Yorkshire Terrier and Toy Poodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Yorkshire Terrier puppies or how many Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Yorkshire Terrier puppy or the Toy Poodle 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 Toy Poodle
Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Toy Poodles do not like to be left alone.
Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Toy Poodles?
Yorkshire Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Toy Poodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Toy Poodle?
Yorkshire Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Toy Poodles require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Toy Poodle?
Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Toy Poodles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Toy Poodles?
Yorkshire Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Toy Poodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Toy Poodle?
Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.
Toy Poodles are very easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Toy Poodle
Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Toy Poodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Toy Poodles?
Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Toy Poodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Toy Poodle?
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.
Toy Poodles 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 Toy Poodles?
Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Toy Poodles are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Toy Poodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Toy Poodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Toy Poodle
Yorkshire Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Toy Poodles 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 Toy Poodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Yorkshire Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Toy Poodles can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Yorkshire Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Toy Poodle?
Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Toy Poodles adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Toy Poodle?
Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.
Toy Poodles are very good 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 Toy Poodle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier to other breeds:
Yorkshire Terrier versus Kishu Ken Yorkshire Terrier versus Irish Terrier Yorkshire Terrier versus Papipoo Yorkshire Terrier versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Yorkshire Terrier versus Belgian Tervuren Yorkshire Terrier versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Fox Terrier Yorkshire Terrier versus Yorkipoo Yorkshire Terrier versus English Cocker Spaniel Yorkshire Terrier versus Alaskan Klee Kai Yorkshire Terrier versus Gordon Setter Yorkshire Terrier versus Finnish Spitz Yorkshire Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier Yorkshire Terrier versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Conclusion: Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Poodle. 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 Toy Poodle better suits you and your family.