Which is Better between the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo? A Very Detailed Review.

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Lakeland Terrier Versus Yorkipoo: Introduction

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

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

Lakeland Terrier versus Yorkipoo

Lakeland Terrier versus Yorkipoo: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Lakeland Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

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.

Lakeland Terrier versus Yorkipoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Lakeland Terrier 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 Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo

Factor Lakeland Terrier Yorkipoo
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Height 13 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder 7 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 15 to 17 pounds 3 to 14 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
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
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1810 $1680
Price Range $1600 – $2325 $1350 – $1850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

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

The Similarities Between the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo

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

  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo are very playful.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Lakeland Terrier versus Yorkipoo

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

    Lakeland Terriers weigh 15 to 17 pounds when fully grown. Lakeland Terriers are 13 to 14 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 Lakeland Terrier versus Yorkipoo

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

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

    Lakeland Terriers live longer than Yorkipoos.

    Price of Lakeland Terrier versus Price of Yorkipoo

    The average price of the Lakeland Terrier puppy is $1810. The price of the Lakeland Terrier typically ranges from $1600 – $2325. However, the price of a Lakeland Terrier can be as low as $1000 and as high as $2550. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 11 Lakeland Terrier 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 Lakeland Terrier is more expensive than the Yorkipoo.

    Lakeland Terrier Yorkipoo
    Average Price $1810 $1680
    Price Range $1600 to $2325 $1350 to $1850

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Lakeland Terriers. 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 Lakeland Terrier 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: Lakeland Terrier versus Yorkipoo

    Lakeland Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Yorkipoos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Lakeland Terriers shed more than Yorkipoos?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Lakeland Terrier or the Yorkipoo

    Lakeland Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Yorkipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Lakeland Terrier or the Yorkipoo?

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

    Yorkipoos are very easy to groom.

    Does the Lakeland Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Yorkipoo?

    Lakeland Terriers 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 Lakeland Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Yorkipoos?

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

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

    Can Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Yorkipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Lakeland Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Lakeland Terrier vs. Yorkipoo

    Lakeland Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get 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 Lakeland Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Lakeland Terriers 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 Lakeland Terrier or the Yorkipoo?

    Lakeland Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Yorkipoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Lakeland Terriers good family dogs? What about Yorkipoos?

    Lakeland Terriers 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 Lakeland Terriers and Yorkipoos?

    Lakeland Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Lakeland Terrier Easier to Train than the Yorkipoo?

    Lakeland Terriers are not easy to train.

    Yorkipoos are very easy to train.

    Is the Lakeland Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Yorkipoo?

    Lakeland Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Yorkipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Lakeland Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Yorkipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lakeland Terrier

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

  • Irish Terrier (79 percent match with Lakeland Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Irish Terrier.
  • Barbet (80 percent match with Lakeland Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Barbet.
  • 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 Lakeland Terrier vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Lakeland Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Yorkipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkipoo versus Great Dane     Yorkipoo versus Tibetan Mastiff     Yorkipoo versus Bernedoodle     Yorkipoo versus Lhasa Apso     Yorkipoo versus Affenpinscher     Yorkipoo versus Briard     Yorkipoo versus Saint Bernard     Yorkipoo versus Shiranian     Yorkipoo versus Fila Brasileiro     Yorkipoo versus Bloodhound     Yorkipoo versus Australian Cattle Dog     Yorkipoo versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Goldendoodle     Yorkipoo versus Belgian Tervuren     Yorkipoo versus Basenji     Yorkipoo versus Spinone Italiano     Yorkipoo versus Belgian Malinois     Yorkipoo versus West Highland White Terrier     Yorkipoo versus English Springer Spaniel     Yorkipoo versus Portuguese Pointer     Yorkipoo versus Italian Greyhound     Yorkipoo versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Yorkipoo versus Canaan Dog     Yorkipoo versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Yorkipoo versus Korean Jindo Dog     

    Conclusion: Lakeland Terrier 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 Lakeland Terrier and the Yorkipoo better suits you and your family.