A Detailed Comparison of the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo.

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Patterdale Terrier Versus Yorkipoo: Introduction

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

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

Patterdale Terrier versus Yorkipoo

Patterdale Terrier versus Yorkipoo: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Patterdale 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.

Patterdale Terrier versus Yorkipoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo

Factor Patterdale Terrier Yorkipoo
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Weight 11 to 13 pounds 3 to 14 pounds
Life Span 11 to 14 years 10 to 15 years
Height 12 to 15 inches 7 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 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
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $680 $1680
Price Range $550 – $950 $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 Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier is 77 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 Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo

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

  • Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Yorkipoos adapt well to apartment living.
  • Patterdale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Yorkipoos are good for new dog owners.
  • Patterdale Terriers are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Yorkipoos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • The Similarities Between the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo

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

  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier 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 Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo are very playful.
  • Both the Patterdale Terrier and the Yorkipoo are highly intelligent.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Patterdale Terrier versus Yorkipoo

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

    Patterdale Terriers weigh 11 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Patterdale Terriers are 12 to 15 inches 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 Patterdale Terrier versus Yorkipoo

    The lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Patterdale Terriers is 12.5 years.

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

    Price of Patterdale Terrier versus Price of Yorkipoo

    The average price of the Patterdale Terrier puppy is $680. The price of the Patterdale Terrier typically ranges from $550 – $950. However, the price of a Patterdale Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 14 Patterdale 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 Yorkipoo is more expensive than the Patterdale Terrier.

    Patterdale Terrier Yorkipoo
    Average Price $680 $1680
    Price Range $550 to $950 $1350 to $1850

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Patterdale 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 Patterdale 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: Patterdale Terrier versus Yorkipoo

    Patterdale Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Yorkipoos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Patterdale Terriers shed more than Yorkipoos?

    Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier or the Yorkipoo

    Patterdale Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Yorkipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Patterdale Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Yorkipoos are very easy to groom.

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

    Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Yorkipoos?

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

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

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

    Patterdale Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Patterdale Terrier vs. Yorkipoo

    Patterdale Terriers 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 Patterdale Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terrier or the Yorkipoo?

    Patterdale Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Yorkipoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Patterdale Terriers good family dogs? What about Yorkipoos?

    Patterdale 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 Patterdale Terriers and Yorkipoos?

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

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

    Is the Patterdale Terrier Easier to Train than the Yorkipoo?

    Patterdale Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Yorkipoos are very easy to train.

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

    Patterdale Terriers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Yorkipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Patterdale Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Yorkipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Patterdale Terrier

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

  • Field Spaniel (79 percent match with Patterdale Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Field Spaniel.
  • Portuguese Pointer (78 percent match with Patterdale Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Portuguese Pointer.
  • 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 Patterdale Terrier vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Patterdale Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Patterdale Terrier versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus English Springer Spaniel     Patterdale Terrier versus Shichon     Patterdale Terrier versus Cockalier     Patterdale Terrier versus Bull Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Chinook     Patterdale Terrier versus Bolognese     Patterdale Terrier versus Dutch Shepherd     Patterdale Terrier versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Patterdale Terrier versus Doberman Pinscher     Patterdale Terrier versus Pekingese     Patterdale Terrier versus Japanese Chin     Patterdale Terrier versus Morkie     Patterdale Terrier versus Westiepoo     Patterdale Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Patterdale Terrier versus Hovawart     Patterdale Terrier versus Yorkshire Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Lakeland Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Manchester Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier     Patterdale Terrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Patterdale Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Patterdale Terrier versus Shihpoo     Patterdale Terrier versus Canaan Dog     Patterdale Terrier versus Toy Poodle     

    Yorkipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkipoo versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Yorkipoo versus Kishu Ken     Yorkipoo versus Yorkshire Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Yorkipoo versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Yorkipoo versus Havanese     Yorkipoo versus Australian Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Italian Greyhound     Yorkipoo versus Portuguese Water Dog     Yorkipoo versus Akita Chow     Yorkipoo versus Carolina Dog     Yorkipoo versus Boykin Spaniel     Yorkipoo versus Chinook     Yorkipoo versus Shiranian     Yorkipoo versus Belgian Tervuren     Yorkipoo versus Cane Corso     Yorkipoo versus Shih Tzu     Yorkipoo versus Spanish Mastiff     Yorkipoo versus Westiepoo     Yorkipoo versus Azawakh     Yorkipoo versus Boerboel     Yorkipoo versus Shichon     Yorkipoo versus Bich Poo     Yorkipoo versus German Pinscher     Yorkipoo versus Boerboel     

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