Is the Papipoo Better than the Yorkshire Terrier as a Pet? Answer…

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Papipoo Versus Yorkshire Terrier: Introduction

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

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

Papipoo versus Yorkshire Terrier: Overview

Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier are similar in size. The Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier are both tiny-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Papipoo 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.

Papipoo versus Yorkshire Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Papipoo 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 Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier

Factor Papipoo Yorkshire Terrier
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 11 inches 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 6 to 14 pounds 4 to 6 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1500 $2420
Price Range $1500 – $1500 $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 Papipoo 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 Papipoo is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 76 out of 125.

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

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

    The Similarities Between the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier

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

  • Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Papipoo 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 Papipoo 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 Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Yorkshire Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Papipoo versus Yorkshire Terrier

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

    Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 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 Papipoo versus Yorkshire Terrier

    The lifespan of Papipoos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Papipoos is 12.0 years.

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

    Yorkshire Terriers live longer than Papipoos.

    Price of Papipoo versus Price of Yorkshire Terrier

    The average price of the Papipoo puppy is $1500. The price of the Papipoo typically ranges from $1500 – $1500. However, the price of a Papipoo can be as low as $1500 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1 Papipoo 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 Papipoo.

    Papipoo Yorkshire Terrier
    Average Price $1500 $2420
    Price Range $1500 to $1500 $1600 to $2950

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Papipoos. 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 Papipoo 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: Papipoo versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Papipoos do not like to be left alone.

    Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Papipoos shed more than Yorkshire Terriers?

    Papipoos 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 Papipoo or the Yorkshire Terrier

    Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Papipoos 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 Papipoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Papipoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Papipoos Bark and Howl? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

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

    Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

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

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

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Papipoo vs. Yorkshire Terrier

    Papipoos 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 Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Papipoos 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 Papipoo or the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Papipoos good family dogs? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

    Papipoos 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 Papipoos and Yorkshire Terriers?

    Papipoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Papipoo Easier to Train than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Papipoos are very easy to train.

    Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.

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

    Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo

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

  • Papillon (86 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Papillon.
  • Bich Poo (83 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Bich Poo.
  • Toy Poodle (81 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Toy Poodle.
  • 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 Papipoo vs Affenpinscher.
  • Lhasa Apso (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Lhasa Apso.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Lhasapoo.
  • Chorkie (83 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Chorkie.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Papipoo versus Scottish Deerhound     Papipoo versus Chihuahua     Papipoo versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Papipoo versus Maltipoo     Papipoo versus American Water Spaniel     Papipoo versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Papipoo versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Papipoo versus Mal Shi     Papipoo versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Papipoo versus Italian Greyhound     Papipoo versus Karelian Bear Dog     Papipoo versus Catahoula Bulldog     Papipoo versus Australian Cattle Dog     Papipoo versus Australian Kelpie     Papipoo versus Patterdale Terrier     Papipoo versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Papipoo versus Australian Cattle Dog     Papipoo versus Clumber Spaniel     Papipoo versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Papipoo versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Papipoo versus Miniature Pinscher     Papipoo versus Spanish Mastiff     Papipoo versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Papipoo versus American Eskimo Dog     

    Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Pomchi     Yorkshire Terrier versus Alaskan Malamute     Yorkshire Terrier versus Weimaraner     Yorkshire Terrier versus German Pinscher     Yorkshire Terrier versus Brittany     Yorkshire Terrier versus Basenji     Yorkshire Terrier versus Cocker Spaniel     Yorkshire Terrier versus Goldendoodle     Yorkshire Terrier versus Carolina Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Karelian Bear Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Welsh Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Australian Kelpie     Yorkshire Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Portuguese Water Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Clumber Spaniel     Yorkshire Terrier versus Bloodhound     Yorkshire Terrier versus Standard Poodle     Yorkshire Terrier versus Airedale Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Cocker Spaniel     Yorkshire Terrier versus Lowchen     Yorkshire Terrier versus Maltese     Yorkshire Terrier versus Toy Fox Terrier     

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