A Detailed Comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier.

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Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Yorkshire Terrier: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and for the Yorkshire Terrier. 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Yorkshire Terrier.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Yorkshire Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a small-sized dog while the Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

On the other hand, 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.

Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Yorkshire Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Basset Fauve de Bretagne to the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier

Factor Basset Fauve de Bretagne Yorkshire Terrier
Tolerates Hot Weather 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 5/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 3/5
Height 12 to 15 inches. 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years. 12 to 15 years
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Weight 25 to 35 pounds. 4 to 6 pounds
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1600 – $2950
Average Price No Data $2420
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
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  • 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
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Basset Fauve de Bretagne 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 Yorkshire Terrier. 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 76 out of 125.

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

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier

    The Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier.

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes weigh 25 to 35 pounds. when fully grown. Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are 12 to 15 inches. when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Yorkshire Terriers weigh 4 to 6 pounds when fully grown. Yorkshire Terriers are 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Yorkshire Terrier

    The lifespan of Basset Fauve de Bretagnes is between 12 to 15 years. . The average lifespan of Basset Fauve de Bretagnes is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Yorkshire Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Health Problems of Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Health Problems of Yorkshire Terrier

    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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Yorkshire Terrier than for the Basset Fauve de Bretagne.

    3 health tests are recommended for Basset Fauve de Bretagne while 7 tests are recommended for the Yorkshire Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Basset Fauve de Bretagnes and in Yorkshire Terriers.

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne Health Problems

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

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Basset Fauve de Bretagnes here.

    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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can be left alone only for a short time.

    Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes shed more than Yorkshire Terriers?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which one drools more, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Yorkshire Terrier

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very easy to groom.

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

    Does the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    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.

    Do Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Bark and Howl? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs. Yorkshire Terrier

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

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

    Can Basset Fauve de Bretagnes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes get along very well with other dogs.

    Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes good family dogs? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Basset Fauve de Bretagnes and Yorkshire Terriers?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Easier to Train than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are fairly easy to train.

    Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Basset Fauve de Bretagne Better for Apartment Owners than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes adapt very well to apartment living.

    Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne or the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Basset Fauve de Bretagnes are very good for new dog owners.

    Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Basset Fauve de Bretagne

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Basset Fauve de Bretagne that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Basset Fauve de Bretagne:

  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (77 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Cockalier (79 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Cockalier.
  • French Spaniel (77 percent match with Basset Fauve de Bretagne). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs French Spaniel.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Yorkshire Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Yorkshire Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Yorkshire Terrier:

  • Affenpinscher (74 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Affenpinscher.
  • Lhasa Apso (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Lhasa Apso.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Lhasapoo.
  • Chorkie (83 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Chorkie.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and how the Yorkshire Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Basset Fauve de Bretagne and of the Yorkshire Terrier to other breeds:

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Bordoodle     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Canaan Dog     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Bolognese     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Bull Terrier     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Maremma Sheepdog     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Valley Bulldog     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Bluetick Coonhound     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Affenhuahua     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Boxer     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Bluetick Coonhound     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shiloh Shepherd     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Lhasapoo     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Akita     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Brittany     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Swedish Vallhund     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Golden Retriever     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Belgian Malinois     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shiloh Shepherd     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Karelian Bear Dog     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Shetland Sheepdog     Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Samoyed     

    Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Yorkshire Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Portuguese Water Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Berger Picard     Yorkshire Terrier versus Westiepoo     Yorkshire Terrier versus Cairn Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Bull Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Cavachon     Yorkshire Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Yorkshire Terrier versus Bull Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Akita     Yorkshire Terrier versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Sussex Spaniel     Yorkshire Terrier versus Tibetan Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Shiranian     Yorkshire Terrier versus German Shepherd Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Cavachon     Yorkshire Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Yorkshire Terrier versus Schnoodle     Yorkshire Terrier versus Westiepoo     Yorkshire Terrier versus Great Dane     Yorkshire Terrier versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Yorkshire Terrier versus Cockalier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Beaglier     

    Conclusion: Basset Fauve de Bretagne versus Yorkshire Terrier. 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 Basset Fauve de Bretagne and the Yorkshire Terrier better suits you and your family.