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

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Tibetan Terrier Versus Yorkipoo: Introduction

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

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

Tibetan Terrier versus Yorkipoo

Tibetan Terrier versus Yorkipoo: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Tibetan 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.

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.

Tibetan Terrier versus Yorkipoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier and the Yorkipoo

Factor Tibetan Terrier Yorkipoo
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 15 years
Height 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder 7 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 3/5
Weight 20 to 24 pounds 3 to 14 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1930 $1680
Price Range $1500 – $2100 $1350 – $1850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier is 85 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 not better or worse than the Tibetan Terrier. So, you can get the Yorkipoo or the Tibetan Terrier!

    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 Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier and the Yorkipoo

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

  • Tibetan Terriers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Yorkipoos are very easy to groom.
  • The Similarities Between the Tibetan Terrier and the Yorkipoo

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

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

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

    Tibetan Terriers weigh 20 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Tibetan Terriers are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Yorkipoos weigh 3 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Yorkipoos are 7 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Tibetan Terrier versus Yorkipoo

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

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

    Tibetan Terriers live longer than Yorkipoos.

    Price of Tibetan Terrier versus Price of Yorkipoo

    The average price of the Tibetan Terrier puppy is $1930. The price of the Tibetan Terrier typically ranges from $1500 – $2100. However, the price of a Tibetan Terrier can be as low as $1500 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 11 Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier is more expensive than the Yorkipoo.

    Tibetan Terrier Yorkipoo
    Average Price $1930 $1680
    Price Range $1500 to $2100 $1350 to $1850

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

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

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

    Tibetan Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Yorkipoos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Tibetan Terriers shed more than Yorkipoos?

    Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier or the Yorkipoo

    Tibetan Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Yorkipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

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

    Yorkipoos are very easy to groom.

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

    Tibetan 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.

    Yorkipoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Tibetan Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Yorkipoos?

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

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

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

    Tibetan Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Tibetan Terrier vs. Yorkipoo

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

    Yorkipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Tibetan Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier or the Yorkipoo?

    Tibetan Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Yorkipoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Tibetan Terriers good family dogs? What about Yorkipoos?

    Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terriers and Yorkipoos?

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

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

    Is the Tibetan Terrier Easier to Train than the Yorkipoo?

    Tibetan Terriers are very easy to train.

    Yorkipoos are very easy to train.

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

    Tibetan Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Yorkipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Tibetan Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Yorkipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Tibetan Terrier

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

  • Portuguese Water Dog (78 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Portuguese Water Dog.
  • Barbet (79 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Barbet.
  • Lakeland Terrier (79 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (78 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.
  • 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 Tibetan Terrier vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Tibetan Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Yorkipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkipoo versus Newfoundland     Yorkipoo versus Shihpoo     Yorkipoo versus Golden Retriever     Yorkipoo versus Doberman Pinscher     Yorkipoo versus Lancashire Heeler     Yorkipoo versus Border Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Black Russian Terrier     Yorkipoo versus German Pinscher     Yorkipoo versus Kishu Ken     Yorkipoo versus West Highland White Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Mastiff     Yorkipoo versus Pomchi     Yorkipoo versus Irish Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Norwich Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Dutch Shepherd     Yorkipoo versus Spinone Italiano     Yorkipoo versus Giant Schnauzer     Yorkipoo versus Leonberger     Yorkipoo versus Pyredoodle     Yorkipoo versus Chow Chow     Yorkipoo versus Redbone Coonhound     Yorkipoo versus Basenji     Yorkipoo versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Yorkipoo versus Boxerdoodle     Yorkipoo versus Aussiedoodle     

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