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

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Spinone Italiano Versus Yorkshire Terrier: Introduction

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

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

Spinone Italiano versus Yorkshire Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Spinone Italiano is a large-sized dog while the Yorkshire Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Spinone Italiano belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

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.

Spinone Italiano versus Yorkshire Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier

Factor Spinone Italiano Yorkshire Terrier
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Height 22 to 28 inches 8 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 1/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 2/5
Weight 61 to 86 pounds 4 to 6 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1180 $2420
Price Range $1000 – $1000 $1600 – $2950
Temperament Score 50.0 percent 83.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Recommend annual exams beginning at 1 year of age
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • 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 112 9

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano is 86 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 76 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier are most different:

  • Spinone Italianos have a very high tendency to drool. However, Yorkshire Terriers do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Spinone Italianos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Yorkshire Terriers do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Spinone Italianos are very friendly towards strangers. However, Yorkshire Terriers are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • The Similarities Between the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier

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

  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier are very playful.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Spinone Italiano versus Yorkshire Terrier

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

    Spinone Italianos weigh 61 to 86 pounds when fully grown. Spinone Italianos are 22 to 28 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 Spinone Italiano versus Yorkshire Terrier

    The lifespan of Spinone Italianos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italianos.

    Temperament of the Spinone Italiano Versus the Yorkshire Terrier

    The Yorkshire Terrier has a better temperament than the Spinone Italiano.

    This is because the temperament score for the Yorkshire Terrier is 83.7 percent while the temperament score for the Spinone Italiano is 50.0 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 50.0 percent, the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 6 Spinone Italianos and 43 Yorkshire Terriers.

    Price of Spinone Italiano versus Price of Yorkshire Terrier

    The average price of the Spinone Italiano puppy is $1180. The price of the Spinone Italiano typically ranges from $1000 – $1000. However, the price of a Spinone Italiano can be as low as $1000 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 30 Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano.

    Spinone Italiano Yorkshire Terrier
    Average Price $1180 $2420
    Price Range $1000 to $1000 $1600 to $2950

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Spinone Italianos. 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 Spinone Italiano 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.

    The Popularity of Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano. 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 Spinone Italiano is 112 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Spinone Italiano

    Popularity of Spinone Italiano

    Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    Popularity of Yorkshire Terrier

    Year Spinone Italiano Popularity Rank Yorkshire Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 117 6
    2014 118 6
    2015 112 7
    2016 105 9
    2017 111 9
    2018 109 10
    2019 116 12
    2020 110 13

    Health Problems of Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Yorkshire Terrier than for the Spinone Italiano.

    5 health tests are recommended for Spinone Italiano while 7 tests are recommended for the Yorkshire Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Spinone Italianos and in Yorkshire Terriers.

    Spinone Italiano Health Problems

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

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Recommend annual exams beginning at 1 year of age
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italiano Breed is Shoulder problems.

    This is because the Spinone Italiano ranks 5 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 50 Spinone Italianos, 2 of them had Shoulder problems.

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

  • Shoulder problems: Rank 5 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 16 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 20 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 61 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 77 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 164 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 Spinone Italiano and in Yorkshire Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Spinone Italiano and the Yorkshire Terrier:

    Disease Spinone Italiano Rank Yorkshire Terrier Rank
    Shoulder problems 5 out of 22 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 16 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 20 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 61 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 77 out of 198 dog breeds 159 out of 198 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 164 out of 182 dog breeds 88 out of 182 dog breeds
    Legg-Calve-Perthes problems Not Common 1 out of 40 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 3 out of 145 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems Not Common 23 out of 49 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: Spinone Italiano versus Yorkshire Terrier

    Spinone Italianos do not like to be left alone.

    Yorkshire Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Spinone Italianos shed more than Yorkshire Terriers?

    Spinone Italianos shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Spinone Italiano or the Yorkshire Terrier

    Spinone Italianos have a very high tendency to drool.

    Yorkshire Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Spinone Italiano or the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italiano Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Spinone Italianos 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.

    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 Spinone Italianos Bark and Howl? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

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

    Yorkshire Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Spinone Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Spinone Italianos can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Spinone Italiano vs. Yorkshire Terrier

    Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkshire Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italiano or the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Spinone Italianos get along very well with other dogs.

    Yorkshire Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Spinone Italianos good family dogs? What about Yorkshire Terriers?

    Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italianos and Yorkshire Terriers?

    Spinone Italianos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Spinone Italiano Easier to Train than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Spinone Italianos are very easy to train.

    Yorkshire Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Spinone Italiano Better for Apartment Owners than the Yorkshire Terrier?

    Spinone Italianos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Yorkshire Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Spinone Italianos are very good for new dog owners.

    Yorkshire Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spinone Italiano

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

  • Collie (75 percent match with Spinone Italiano). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs Collie.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Spinone Italiano). Here is our comparison of the Yorkshire Terrier vs French Spaniel.
  • 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 Spinone Italiano vs Affenpinscher.
  • Lhasa Apso (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Spinone Italiano vs Lhasa Apso.
  • Lhasapoo (75 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Spinone Italiano vs Lhasapoo.
  • Chorkie (83 percent match with Yorkshire Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Spinone Italiano vs Chorkie.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Spinone Italiano Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Spinone Italiano versus Affenpinscher     Spinone Italiano versus West Highland White Terrier     Spinone Italiano versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Spinone Italiano versus Bordoodle     Spinone Italiano versus Welsh Terrier     Spinone Italiano versus Swedish Vallhund     Spinone Italiano versus Peek A Poo     Spinone Italiano versus Cocker Spaniel     Spinone Italiano versus Irish Wolfhound     Spinone Italiano versus Sheepadoodle     Spinone Italiano versus Afghan Hound     Spinone Italiano versus Patterdale Terrier     Spinone Italiano versus Australian Kelpie     Spinone Italiano versus Bluetick Coonhound     Spinone Italiano versus English Springer Spaniel     Spinone Italiano versus Puli     Spinone Italiano versus Lakeland Terrier     Spinone Italiano versus West Highland White Terrier     Spinone Italiano versus Greyhound     Spinone Italiano versus Kooikerhondje     Spinone Italiano versus Maltipoo     Spinone Italiano versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Spinone Italiano versus Airedale Terrier     Spinone Italiano versus Rottweiler     Spinone Italiano versus Labradoodle     

    Yorkshire Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkshire Terrier versus Beagle     Yorkshire Terrier versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Yorkshire Terrier versus Goldador     Yorkshire Terrier versus Chinook     Yorkshire Terrier versus Standard Schnauzer     Yorkshire Terrier versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Yorkshire Terrier versus German Shepherd Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Yorkshire Terrier versus Giant Schnauzer     Yorkshire Terrier versus Brussels Griffon     Yorkshire Terrier versus Pyredoodle     Yorkshire Terrier versus Bull Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Mastiff     Yorkshire Terrier versus Cesky Terrier     Yorkshire Terrier versus Labradoodle     Yorkshire Terrier versus Siberian Husky     Yorkshire Terrier versus Dutch Shepherd     Yorkshire Terrier versus Rottweiler     Yorkshire Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Yorkshire Terrier versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Yorkshire Terrier versus Borzoi     Yorkshire Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli     Yorkshire Terrier versus Kuvasz     Yorkshire Terrier versus Italian Greyhound     

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