Frenchton versus Yorkshire Terrier. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Frenchton Versus Yorkshire Terrier: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Frenchton 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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton 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 Frenchton or the Yorkshire Terrier.

Frenchton versus Yorkshire Terrier: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Frenchton belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

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.

Frenchton versus Yorkshire Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier

Factor Frenchton Yorkshire Terrier
Height 11 to 14 inches 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Weight 15 to 25 pounds 4 to 6 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2130 $2420
Price Range $1650 – $2500 $1600 – $2950
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • 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
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Frenchton 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 Frenchton is 95 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 76 out of 125.

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

    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 Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier

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

  • Frenchtons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Frenchtons are very friendly towards strangers. However, Yorkshire Terriers are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Frenchtons are very easy to groom. However, Yorkshire Terriers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier

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

  • Both the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Yorkshire Terrier

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

    Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 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 Frenchton versus Yorkshire Terrier

    The lifespan of Frenchtons is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Frenchtons 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.

    Price of Frenchton versus Price of Yorkshire Terrier

    The average price of the Frenchton puppy is $2130. The price of the Frenchton typically ranges from $1650 – $2500. However, the price of a Frenchton can be as low as $800 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 230 Frenchton puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    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 the Yorkshire Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $15000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 957 Yorkshire Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Yorkshire Terrier is more expensive than the Frenchton.

    Frenchton Yorkshire Terrier
    Average Price $2130 $2420
    Price Range $1650 to $2500 $1600 to $2950

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Frenchton and Yorkshire Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Frenchton puppies or how many Yorkshire Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Yorkshire Terriers?

    A breakdown of the prices of Yorkshire Terriers?

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

    Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.

    Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Frenchtons shed more than Yorkshire Terriers?

    Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended 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 Frenchton or the Yorkshire Terrier

    Frenchtons drool moderately.

    Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Frenchtons are very easy to groom.

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

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

    Frenchtons 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.

    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 Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

    Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Yorkshire Terrier

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

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

    Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

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

    Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.

    Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

    Frenchtons 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 Frenchtons and Yorkshire Terriers?

    Frenchtons 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 Frenchton Easier to Train than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Frenchtons are very easy to train.

    Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.

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

    Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.

    Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Japanese Spitz (75 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Japanese Spitz.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • 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 Frenchton vs Affenpinscher.
  • Lhasa Apso (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Lhasa Apso.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Lhasapoo.
  • Chorkie (83 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Chorkie.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Frenchton versus Redbone Coonhound     Frenchton versus German Longhaired Pointer     Frenchton versus Kishu Ken     Frenchton versus Whoodle     Frenchton versus Yorkshire Terrier     Frenchton versus Tibetan Spaniel     Frenchton versus Chow Chow     Frenchton versus Kishu Ken     Frenchton versus Westiepoo     Frenchton versus Yorkipoo     Frenchton versus Dogo Argentino     Frenchton versus Saint Berdoodle     Frenchton versus Great Dane     Frenchton versus Lhasa Apso     Frenchton versus Papipoo     Frenchton versus Cocker Spaniel     Frenchton versus Samoyed     Frenchton versus Clumber Spaniel     Frenchton versus Carolina Dog     Frenchton versus Saint Bernard     Frenchton versus Shih Tzu     Frenchton versus Havanese     Frenchton versus Afador     Frenchton versus Sussex Spaniel     Frenchton versus English Setter     

    Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Cairn Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Pomsky     Yorkshire Terrier versus Doberman Pinscher     Yorkshire Terrier versus Cockapoo     Yorkshire Terrier versus Mal Shi     Yorkshire Terrier versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus American Eskimo Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Bluetick Coonhound     Yorkshire Terrier versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus German Shepherd Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Yorkshire Terrier versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Yorkshire Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer     Yorkshire Terrier versus Welsh Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Boxerdoodle     Yorkshire Terrier versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Yorkshire Terrier versus Chorkie     Yorkshire Terrier versus Cane Corso     Yorkshire Terrier versus Akbash     Yorkshire Terrier versus Belgian Malinois     Yorkshire Terrier versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwich Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Miniature Poodle     Yorkshire Terrier versus Maremma Sheepdog     

    Conclusion: Frenchton 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 Frenchton and the Yorkshire Terrier better suits you and your family.