Differences and Similarities between the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo.

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Keeshond Versus Yorkipoo: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Keeshond 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 Keeshond 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 Keeshond 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 Keeshond or the Yorkipoo.

Keeshond versus Yorkipoo

Keeshond versus Yorkipoo: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Keeshond 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.

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.

Keeshond versus Yorkipoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Keeshond 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 Keeshond and the Yorkipoo

Factor Keeshond Yorkipoo
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s 7 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Weight 35 to 45 pounds 3 to 14 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1680 $1680
Price Range $1250 – $1850 $1350 – $1850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Keeshond 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 Keeshond is 83 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 Keeshond. 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 Keeshond and the Yorkipoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo

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

  • Keeshonds can tolerate cold weather. However, Yorkipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Keeshonds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Yorkipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • The Similarities Between the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo

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

  • Both the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo 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 Keeshond and the Yorkipoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Keeshond and the Yorkipoo are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Keeshond versus Yorkipoo

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

    Keeshonds weigh 35 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Keeshonds are 1 foot, 4 inches to 1 foot, 7 inches tall at the s 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 Keeshond versus Yorkipoo

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

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

    Keeshonds live longer than Yorkipoos.

    Price of Keeshond versus Price of Yorkipoo

    The average price of the Keeshond puppy is $1680. The price of the Keeshond typically ranges from $1250 – $1850. However, the price of a Keeshond can be as low as $600 and as high as $5750. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 51 Keeshond puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Yorkipoo puppy is $1680. The price of the Yorkipoo typically ranges from $1350 – $1850. However, the price of the Yorkipoo can be as low as $500 and as high as $4500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 212 Yorkipoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Yorkipoo and the Keeshond are sold for about the same price.

    Keeshond Yorkipoo
    Average Price $1680 $1680
    Price Range $1250 to $1850 $1350 to $1850

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Yorkipoos

    A breakdown of the prices of Yorkipoos

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

    Keeshonds do not like to be left alone.

    Yorkipoos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Keeshonds shed more than Yorkipoos?

    Keeshonds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which one drools more, the Keeshond or the Yorkipoo

    Keeshonds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Yorkipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Keeshonds are moderately easy to groom.

    Yorkipoos are very easy to groom.

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

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

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

    Do Keeshonds Bark and Howl? What about Yorkipoos?

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

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

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

    Keeshonds can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Keeshond vs. Yorkipoo

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

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

    Can Keeshonds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

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

    Keeshonds get along very well with other dogs.

    Yorkipoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Keeshonds good family dogs? What about Yorkipoos?

    Keeshonds 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 Keeshonds and Yorkipoos?

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

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

    Is the Keeshond Easier to Train than the Yorkipoo?

    Keeshonds are very easy to train.

    Yorkipoos are very easy to train.

    Is the Keeshond Better for Apartment Owners than the Yorkipoo?

    Keeshonds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Yorkipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Keeshonds are very good for new dog owners.

    Yorkipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Keeshond

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

  • American Eskimo Dog (82 percent match with Keeshond). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs American Eskimo Dog.
  • Collie (84 percent match with Keeshond). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Collie.
  • 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 Keeshond vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Keeshond Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Keeshond versus Chorkie     Keeshond versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Keeshond versus Belgian Tervuren     Keeshond versus Valley Bulldog     Keeshond versus Mountain Cur     Keeshond versus Afador     Keeshond versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Keeshond versus Miniature Pinscher     Keeshond versus Sheepadoodle     Keeshond versus Saluki     Keeshond versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Keeshond versus Sealyham Terrier     Keeshond versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Keeshond versus English Cocker Spaniel     Keeshond versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Keeshond versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Keeshond versus Chorkie     Keeshond versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Keeshond versus Bolognese     Keeshond versus Fila Brasileiro     Keeshond versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Keeshond versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Keeshond versus Beagle     Keeshond versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Keeshond versus Irish Wolfhound     

    Yorkipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkipoo versus Chorkie     Yorkipoo versus Skye Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Australian Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Dogo Argentino     Yorkipoo versus Pyredoodle     Yorkipoo versus Mal Shi     Yorkipoo versus Bordoodle     Yorkipoo versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Yorkipoo versus American Bulldog     Yorkipoo versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Yorkipoo versus Lowchen     Yorkipoo versus Shichon     Yorkipoo versus Black Mouth Cur     Yorkipoo versus Spinone Italiano     Yorkipoo versus Boerboel     Yorkipoo versus Borzoi     Yorkipoo versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Yorkipoo versus Chinese Crested     Yorkipoo versus Labrador Retriever     Yorkipoo versus Patterdale Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Mudi     Yorkipoo versus Airedale Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Chinook     Yorkipoo versus Pharaoh Hound     Yorkipoo versus Belgian Tervuren     

    Conclusion: Keeshond 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 Keeshond and the Yorkipoo better suits you and your family.