Differences and Similarities between the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier.

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Havanese Versus Yorkshire Terrier: Introduction

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

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

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Havanese versus Yorkshire Terrier: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier are Companion Dogs. This means both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier 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.

Havanese versus Yorkshire Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Havanese 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 Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier

Factor Havanese Yorkshire Terrier
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 2/5
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
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 7 to 13 pounds 4 to 6 pounds
Height 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2180 $2420
Price Range $1700 – $2750 $1600 – $2950
Temperament Score 81.8 percent 83.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • 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
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 23 9

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Havanese is a better pet than the Yorkshire Terrier. So, you should get the Havanese!

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

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    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier

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

  • Havaneses are very friendly towards strangers. However, Yorkshire Terriers are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier

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

  • Both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier 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.
  • Both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Yorkshire Terrier

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

    Havaneses weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Havaneses are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 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 Havanese versus Yorkshire Terrier

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

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    Temperament of the Yorkshire Terrier Versus the Havanese

    The Yorkshire Terrier has a better temperament than the Havanese.

    This is because the temperament score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 83.7 percent while the temperament score for the Havanese is 81.8 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 81.8 percent, the Havanese has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 83.7 percent, the Yorkshire Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 11 Havaneses and 43 Yorkshire Terriers.

    Price of Havanese versus Price of Yorkshire Terrier

    The average price of the Havanese puppy is $2180. The price of the Havanese typically ranges from $1700 – $2750. However, the price of a Havanese can be as low as $600 and as high as $4550. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 647 Havanese 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 Havanese.

    Havanese Yorkshire Terrier
    Average Price $2180 $2420
    Price Range $1700 to $2750 $1600 to $2950

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Havaneses. 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 Havanese 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.

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    Adopting the Havanese versus Adopting the Yorkshire Terrier

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Havaneses and many Yorkshire Terriers 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 Havanese named Brooklyn that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Havaneses like Brooklyn on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Havaneses, Yorkshire Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Scooby-Doo is a Male Yorkshire Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Yorkshire Terriers like Scooby-Doo that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

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

    Bert is the name of another Havanese (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, True is an adorable Male Yorkshire Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Havaneses and Yorkshire Terriers are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

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

    The Popularity of Havanese versus Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    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 Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Yorkshire Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Havanese. 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 Havanese is 23 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Havanese

    Popularity of Havanese

    Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    Year Havanese Popularity Rank Yorkshire Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 25 6
    2014 25 6
    2015 24 7
    2016 23 9
    2017 23 9
    2018 24 10
    2019 22 12
    2020 24 13

    Health Problems of Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Havanese.

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

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

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

    Havanese Health Problems

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

  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Havaneses 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.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Havaneses and Yorkshire Terriers

    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 Havanese Breed is Dentition Database problems.

    This is because the Havanese ranks 3 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 371 Havaneses, 106 of them had Dentition Database problems.

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

  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 3 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 18 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 20 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 38 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 55 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 59 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 70 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 111 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 123 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 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
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Havanese and in Yorkshire Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Havanese and the Yorkshire Terrier:

    Disease Havanese Rank Yorkshire Terrier Rank
    Dentition Database problems 3 out of 49 dog breeds 23 out of 49 dog breeds
    Baer Hearing Test problems 18 out of 21 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 20 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Advanced Cardiac problems 38 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 55 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 59 out of 145 dog breeds 3 out of 145 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems 70 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 111 out of 182 dog breeds 88 out of 182 dog breeds
    Hips problems 123 out of 198 dog breeds 159 out of 198 dog breeds
    Legg-Calve-Perthes problems Not Common 1 out of 40 dog breeds

    *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: Havanese versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Havaneses do not like to be left alone.

    Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Havaneses shed more than Yorkshire Terriers?

    Havaneses 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 Havanese or the Yorkshire Terrier

    Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

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

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

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

    Havaneses 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.

    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 Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

    Havaneses are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Yorkshire Terrier

    Havaneses 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 Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.

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

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

    Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.

    Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

    Havaneses 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 Havaneses and Yorkshire Terriers?

    Havaneses 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 Havanese Easier to Train than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Havaneses are very easy to train.

    Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.

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

    Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.

    Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.

    Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese

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

  • Bichon Frise (86 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Bichon Frise.
  • Cavachon (84 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Cavachon.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Bich Poo.
  • 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 Havanese vs Affenpinscher.
  • Lhasa Apso (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Lhasa Apso.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Lhasapoo.
  • Chorkie (83 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Chorkie.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Havanese versus Whoodle     Havanese versus Afador     Havanese versus Pyredoodle     Havanese versus Norwegian Buhund     Havanese versus Chow Chow     Havanese versus Samoyed     Havanese versus Welsh Terrier     Havanese versus Pomsky     Havanese versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Havanese versus Basenji     Havanese versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Havanese versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Havanese versus Pug     Havanese versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Havanese versus Border Collie     Havanese versus Harrier     Havanese versus Italian Greyhound     Havanese versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Havanese versus Briard     Havanese versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Havanese versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Havanese versus Bullmastiff     Havanese versus West Highland White Terrier     Havanese versus German Shepherd Dog     Havanese versus Dutch Shepherd     

    Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Schipperke     Yorkshire Terrier versus Labrador Retriever     Yorkshire Terrier versus Carolina Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Shichon     Yorkshire Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Yorkshire Terrier versus Pekingese     Yorkshire Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund     Yorkshire Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Yorkshire Terrier versus Rottweiler     Yorkshire Terrier versus Irish Wolfhound     Yorkshire Terrier versus Brittany     Yorkshire Terrier versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Cavapoo     Yorkshire Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer     Yorkshire Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Newfoundland     Yorkshire Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Yorkshire Terrier versus Barbet     Yorkshire Terrier versus Chow Chow     Yorkshire Terrier versus Saluki     Yorkshire Terrier versus Great Dane     Yorkshire Terrier versus Chihuahua     Yorkshire Terrier versus American Bulldog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Bloodhound     

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