Which is Better between the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier? A Very Detailed Review.

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Shiba Inu Versus Yorkshire Terrier: Introduction

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

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

Shiba Inu versus Yorkshire Terrier

Shiba Inu versus Yorkshire Terrier: Overview

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

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

Shiba Inu versus Yorkshire Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier

Factor Shiba Inu Yorkshire Terrier
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 16 years 12 to 15 years
Height 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 17 to 23 pounds 4 to 6 pounds
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 5/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 14.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2130 $2420
Price Range $1600 – $2500 $1600 – $2950
Temperament Score 67.9 percent 83.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • 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 44 9

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu is 82 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 76 out of 125.

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

    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 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier

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

  • Shiba Inus can be left alone for some time without problems. However, Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.
  • The Similarities Between the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier

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

  • Both the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier are not easy to train.
  • Both the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Shiba Inu versus Yorkshire Terrier

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

    Shiba Inus weigh 17 to 23 pounds when fully grown. Shiba Inus are 13 to 17 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 Shiba Inu versus Yorkshire Terrier

    The lifespan of Shiba Inus is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shiba Inus is 14.0 years.

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

    Shiba Inus live longer than Yorkshire Terriers.

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    Temperament of the Shiba Inu Versus the Yorkshire Terrier

    The Yorkshire Terrier has a better temperament than the Shiba Inu.

    This is because the temperament score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 83.7 percent while the temperament score for the Shiba Inu is 67.9 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 67.9 percent, the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 28 Shiba Inus and 43 Yorkshire Terriers.

    Price of Shiba Inu versus Price of Yorkshire Terrier

    The average price of the Shiba Inu puppy is $2130. The price of the Shiba Inu typically ranges from $1600 – $2500. However, the price of a Shiba Inu can be as low as $600 and as high as $6995. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 283 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu.

    Shiba Inu Yorkshire Terrier
    Average Price $2130 $2420
    Price Range $1600 to $2500 $1600 to $2950

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Shiba Inus. 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 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu versus Adopting the Yorkshire Terrier

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inu named Jonathan D211578 that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Shiba Inus like Jonathan D211578 on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Shiba Inus, Yorkshire Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Mickey (4Lbs Of Cuddle) is a Male Yorkshire Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Yorkshire Terriers like Mickey (4Lbs Of Cuddle) that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

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

    Noko is the name of another Shiba Inu (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

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

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

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

    The Popularity of Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu. 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 Shiba Inu is 44 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Shiba Inu

    Popularity of Shiba Inu

    Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    Year Shiba Inu Popularity Rank Yorkshire Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 46 6
    2014 47 6
    2015 45 7
    2016 44 9
    2017 45 9
    2018 44 10
    2019 45 12
    2020 43 13

    Health Problems of Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu.

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

    3 health tests are recommended for Shiba Inu while 7 tests are recommended for the Yorkshire Terrier.

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

    Shiba Inu Health Problems

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

  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inu Breed is Dentition Database problems.

    This is because the Shiba Inu ranks 22 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 200 Shiba Inus, 12 of them had Dentition Database problems.

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

  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 22 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 31 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 53 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 91 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 141 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 170 out of 182 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 Shiba Inu and in Yorkshire Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Shiba Inu and the Yorkshire Terrier:

    Disease Shiba Inu Rank Yorkshire Terrier Rank
    Dentition Database problems 22 out of 49 dog breeds 23 out of 49 dog breeds
    Patella problems 31 out of 145 dog breeds 3 out of 145 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 53 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 91 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 141 out of 198 dog breeds 159 out of 198 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 170 out of 182 dog breeds 88 out of 182 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: Shiba Inu versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Shiba Inus can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Shiba Inus shed more than Yorkshire Terriers?

    Shiba Inus shed. They are not recommended 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 Shiba Inu or the Yorkshire Terrier

    Shiba Inus do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Shiba Inu or the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Shiba Inus are very easy to groom.

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

    Does the Shiba Inu Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inus Bark and Howl? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

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

    Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Shiba Inus can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Shiba Inu vs. Yorkshire Terrier

    Shiba Inus have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Yorkshire Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Shiba Inus can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

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

    Shiba Inus get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Shiba Inus good family dogs? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

    Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inus and Yorkshire Terriers?

    Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inu Easier to Train than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Shiba Inus are not easy to train.

    Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Shiba Inu Better for Apartment Owners than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Shiba Inus adapt very well to apartment living.

    Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Shiba Inus are very good for new dog owners.

    Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiba Inu

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

  • Manchester Terrier (72 percent match with Shiba Inu). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Manchester Terrier.
  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (74 percent match with Shiba Inu). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • 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 Shiba Inu vs Affenpinscher.
  • Lhasa Apso (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Shiba Inu vs Lhasa Apso.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Shiba Inu vs Lhasapoo.
  • Chorkie (83 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Shiba Inu vs Chorkie.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Shiba Inu Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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