Differences and Similarities between the Harrier and the Yorkipoo.

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Harrier Versus Yorkipoo: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Harrier and the Yorkipoo 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 Harrier and for the Yorkipoo. 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 Harrier and the Yorkipoo.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Harrier or the Yorkipoo.

Harrier versus Yorkipoo

Harrier versus Yorkipoo: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Harrier 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 Yorkipoo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Harrier versus Yorkipoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Harrier to the Yorkipoo 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 Harrier and the Yorkipoo

Factor Harrier Yorkipoo
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 15 years
Height 19 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder 7 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Weight 45 to 60 pounds 3 to 14 pounds
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data $1350 – $1850
Average Price No Data $1680
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination- minimum age 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Harrier 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 Yorkipoo. 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 Harrier is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Yorkipoo is 85 out of 125.

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

    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 Harrier and the Yorkipoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Harrier and the Yorkipoo

    Below is a list of where the Harrier and the Yorkipoo are most different:

  • Harriers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Yorkipoos adapt well to apartment living.
  • Harriers are very friendly towards strangers. However, Yorkipoos are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Harriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Yorkipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    • The Similarities Between the Harrier and the Yorkipoo

    The Harrier and the Yorkipoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Harrier and the Yorkipoo are most similar:

  • Both the Harrier and the Yorkipoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Harrier and the Yorkipoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Harrier and the Yorkipoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Harrier and the Yorkipoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Harrier and the Yorkipoo have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Harrier and the Yorkipoo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Harrier and the Yorkipoo do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Harrier and the Yorkipoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Harrier and the Yorkipoo are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Harrier and the Yorkipoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Harrier and the Yorkipoo are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Harrier versus Yorkipoo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Harrier and the Yorkipoo.

    Harriers weigh 45 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Harriers are 19 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Yorkipoos weigh 3 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Yorkipoos are 7 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Harrier versus Yorkipoo

    The lifespan of Harriers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Harriers is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Yorkipoos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Yorkipoos is 12.5 years.

    Yorkipoos live longer than Harriers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Harrier versus Yorkipoo

    Harriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Yorkipoos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Harriers shed more than Yorkipoos?

    Harriers shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Harrier or the Yorkipoo

    Harriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Yorkipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Harrier or the Yorkipoo?

    Harriers are very easy to groom.

    Yorkipoos are very easy to groom.

    Does the Harrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Yorkipoo?

    Harriers 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.

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

    Do Harriers Bark and Howl? What about Yorkipoos?

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

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

    Can Harriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Yorkipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Harriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Yorkipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Harrier vs. Yorkipoo

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

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

    Can Harriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Harriers can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Harrier or the Yorkipoo?

    Harriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Yorkipoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Harriers good family dogs? What about Yorkipoos?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Harriers and Yorkipoos?

    Harriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Yorkipoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Harrier Easier to Train than the Yorkipoo?

    Harriers are not easy to train.

    Yorkipoos are very easy to train.

    Is the Harrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Yorkipoo?

    Harriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Yorkipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Harrier or the Yorkipoo?

    Harriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Yorkipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Harrier

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

  • American Foxhound (82 percent match with Harrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs American Foxhound.
  • Black and Tan Coonhound (75 percent match with Harrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Black and Tan Coonhound.
  • Black Mouth Cur (75 percent match with Harrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Bluetick Coonhound (75 percent match with Harrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Bluetick Coonhound.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Yorkipoo

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

  • Biewer Terrier (79 percent match with Yorkipoo). Here is our comparison of the Harrier vs Biewer Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Harrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Harrier versus Border Terrier     Harrier versus Siberian Husky     Harrier versus West Highland White Terrier     Harrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Harrier versus Bluetick Coonhound     Harrier versus Boxer     Harrier versus Bull Terrier     Harrier versus Cane Corso     Harrier versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Harrier versus Puggle     Harrier versus English Springer Spaniel     Harrier versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Harrier versus Cane Corso     Harrier versus Bracco Italiano     Harrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Harrier versus Belgian Sheepdog     Harrier versus Azawakh     Harrier versus Japanese Spitz     Harrier versus Bull Terrier     Harrier versus Samoyed     Harrier versus Australian Terrier     Harrier versus Lakeland Terrier     Harrier versus Hovawart     Harrier versus Great Pyrenees     Harrier versus Borzoi     

    Yorkipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkipoo versus English Toy Spaniel     Yorkipoo versus Patterdale Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Chinese Crested     Yorkipoo versus Kooikerhondje     Yorkipoo versus Border Collie     Yorkipoo versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Yorkipoo versus Ibizan Hound     Yorkipoo versus Mal Shi     Yorkipoo versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Yorkipoo versus Tibetan Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Barbet     Yorkipoo versus English Toy Spaniel     Yorkipoo versus Vizsla     Yorkipoo versus Australian Kelpie     Yorkipoo versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Yorkipoo versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Yorkipoo versus Azawakh     Yorkipoo versus Giant Schnauzer     Yorkipoo versus Saint Berdoodle     Yorkipoo versus Border Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Valley Bulldog     Yorkipoo versus Gordon Setter     Yorkipoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Yorkipoo versus Portuguese Pointer     

    Conclusion: Harrier versus Yorkipoo. 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 Harrier and the Yorkipoo better suits you and your family.