Which is Better between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli?

Last Updated: Apr 09, 2022

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Yorkshire Terrier Versus Xoloitzcuintli: Introduction

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

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

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 Xoloitzcuintli.

Yorkshire Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli

Yorkshire Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli: Overview

A very important difference between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Xoloitzcuintli is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are Companion Dogs. This means both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Yorkshire Terrier to the Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli

FactorYorkshire TerrierXoloitzcuintli
Does NOT Drool5/55/5
Life Span12 to 15 years14 to 20 years
Tolerates Being Alone2/51/5
Tolerates Cold Weather2/53/5
Tolerates Hot Weather2/53/5
Kid-Friendly2/53/5
Friendly Toward Strangers2/51/5
Does NOT Shed4/55/5
Easy To Groom2/55/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight4/53/5
Does NOT chew on things4/53/5
Low Prey Drive4/51/5
Dog Friendly3/52/5
Easy To Train3/53/5
Intelligence3/55/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl3/51/5
Tendency NOT to Wander3/51/5
Good For Novice Owners4/51/5
Affectionate With Family4/55/5
General Health4/55/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor2/53/5
Minimal Exercise Needs2/53/5
Weight4 to 6 pounds10 to 50 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living5/55/5
Easygoing1/51/5
NOT Rambunctious1/53/5
Potential For Playfulness5/53/5
Height8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the
Average Lifespan13.5 years17.0 years
Average Price$2420$1960
Price Range$1600 – $2950$1000 – $2500
Temperament Score83.7 percent87.5 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
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds9136

    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 Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Yorkshire Terrier is a better pet than the Xoloitzcuintli. So, you should get a Yorkshire Terrier!

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli

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

  • Yorkshire Terriers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.
  • Yorkshire Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Xoloitzcuintlis have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Yorkshire Terriers are good for new dog owners. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli

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

  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli 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.
  • Size Comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli

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

    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 Xoloitzcuintli weighs 10 to 50 pounds when fully grown. The Xoloitzcuintli is 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    Size of Yorkshire Terrier versus Size of Xoloitzcuintli

    Appearance (Colors) of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli

    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

    Xoloitzcuintli Colors

    The Xoloitzcuintli comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

    • Gray / Blue / Silver
    • Black
    • Brindle

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

    • White / Cream

    Lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli

    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 Xoloitzcuintli is between 14 to 20 years. The average lifespan of the Xoloitzcuintli is 17.0 years.

    The Xoloitzcuintli live longer than the Yorkshire Terrier.

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli

    Temperament of the Xoloitzcuintli Versus the Yorkshire Terrier

    The Xoloitzcuintli has a better temperament than the Yorkshire Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Xoloitzcuintli is 87.5 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 87.5 percent, the Xoloitzcuintli has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Yorkshire Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli by measuring the temperaments of 43 Yorkshire Terriers and 8 Xoloitzcuintlis.

    Price of Yorkshire Terrier versus Price of Xoloitzcuintli

    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 Xoloitzcuintli puppy is $1960. The price of the Xoloitzcuintli typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of the Xoloitzcuintli can be as low as $500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 52 Xoloitzcuintli puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Yorkshire Terrier is more expensive than the Xoloitzcuintli.

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    Yorkshire Terrier Xoloitzcuintli
    Average Price $2420 $1960
    Price Range $1600 to $2950 $1000 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Yorkshire Terrier and Xoloitzcuintli. For different price points, the charts show how many Yorkshire Terrier puppies or how many Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintlis

    A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis

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

    Adopting the Yorkshire Terrier versus Adopting the Xoloitzcuintli

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Yorkshire Terriers and many Xoloitzcuintlis 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, Xoloitzcuintlis are also available for adoption. For example, Trey is a Male Xoloitzcuintli that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Xoloitzcuintlis like Trey that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

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

    Also, Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care is an adorable Male Xoloitzcuintli on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

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

    The Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier versus Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    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 Xoloitzcuintli over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Yorkshire Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Xoloitzcuintli. 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 Xoloitzcuintli is 136 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

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    Year Yorkshire Terrier Popularity Rank Xoloitzcuintli Popularity Rank
    2013 6 139
    2014 6 142
    2015 7 135
    2016 9 139
    2017 9 143
    2018 10 140
    2019 12 137
    2020 13 131
    2021 13 119

    Health Problems of Yorkshire Terrier versus Health Problems of Xoloitzcuintli

    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 Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli.

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

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

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

    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.

    Xoloitzcuintli Health Problems

    Xoloitzcuintlis are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintli puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Xoloitzcuintli 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 Xoloitzcuintlis for:

  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation

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

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Yorkshire Terriers and Xoloitzcuintlis

    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 Xoloitzcuintli Breed is Eyes problems.

    This is because the Xoloitzcuintli ranks 55 out of 182 dog breeds for Eyes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 50 Xoloitzcuintlis, 1 of them had Eyes problems.

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

  • Eyes problems: Rank 55 out of 182 Dog Breeds

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

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    Disease Yorkshire Terrier Rank Xoloitzcuintli 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 55 out of 182 dog breeds
    Hips problems 159 out of 198 dog breeds Not Common

    *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 Xoloitzcuintli

    Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not like to be left alone.

    Do Yorkshire Terriers shed more than Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Xoloitzcuintli?

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.

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

    Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Yorkshire Terriers good family dogs? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the Yorkshire Terrier Easier to Train than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are fairly easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Yorkshire Terrier or the Xoloitzcuintli

    Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are Yorkshire Terriers and Xoloitzcuintlis?

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Does the Yorkshire Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    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.

    Xoloitzcuintlis 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 Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Yorkshire Terrier vs. Xoloitzcuintli

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Xoloitzcuintlis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Is the Yorkshire Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Xoloitzcuintlis adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Xoloitzcuintlis 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 Xoloitzcuintli. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier to other breeds:

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Finnish Spitz     Yorkshire Terrier versus Goldador     Yorkshire Terrier versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus American Bulldog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Cavapoo     Yorkshire Terrier versus Havanese     Yorkshire Terrier versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Bearded Collie     Yorkshire Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Tibetan Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Pyredoodle     Yorkshire Terrier versus Schnoodle     Yorkshire Terrier versus Mudi     Yorkshire Terrier versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Yorkshire Terrier versus Border Collie     Yorkshire Terrier versus American Staffordshire Terrier     

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