Differences and Similarities between the Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo.

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Weimaraner Versus Yorkipoo: Introduction

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

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

Weimaraner versus Yorkipoo

Weimaraner versus Yorkipoo: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Weimaraner 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 Yorkipoo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Weimaraner versus Yorkipoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo

Factor Weimaraner Yorkipoo
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Life Span 11 to 13 years 10 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 1/5
Height 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 7 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 2/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 55 to 85 pounds 3 to 14 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1080 $1680
Price Range $950 – $1250 $1350 – $1850
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • HYPERURICOSURIA
  • Hypomyelination
  • Thyroid
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner is 67 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 Weimaraner. 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 Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo

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

  • Weimaraners do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Yorkipoos adapt well to apartment living.
  • Weimaraners are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Yorkipoos are good for new dog owners.
  • Weimaraners 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.
  • Weimaraners shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Yorkipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Weimaraners have a very high tendency to drool. However, Yorkipoos do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Weimaraners have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Yorkipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • The Similarities Between the Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo

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

  • Both the Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo are very easy to train.
  • Both the Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Weimaraner versus Yorkipoo

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

    Weimaraners weigh 55 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Weimaraners are 23 to 27 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 Weimaraner versus Yorkipoo

    The lifespan of Weimaraners is between 11 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Weimaraners is 12.0 years.

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

    Yorkipoos live longer than Weimaraners.

    Price of Weimaraner versus Price of Yorkipoo

    The average price of the Weimaraner puppy is $1080. The price of the Weimaraner typically ranges from $950 – $1250. However, the price of a Weimaraner can be as low as $300 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 114 Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner.

    Weimaraner Yorkipoo
    Average Price $1080 $1680
    Price Range $950 to $1250 $1350 to $1850

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Weimaraners. 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 Weimaraner 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: Weimaraner versus Yorkipoo

    Weimaraners do not like to be left alone.

    Yorkipoos can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Weimaraners shed more than Yorkipoos?

    Weimaraners shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which one drools more, the Weimaraner or the Yorkipoo

    Weimaraners have a very high tendency to drool.

    Yorkipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Weimaraner or the Yorkipoo?

    Weimaraners are very easy to groom.

    Yorkipoos are very easy to groom.

    Does the Weimaraner Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Yorkipoo?

    Weimaraners 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 Weimaraners Bark and Howl? What about Yorkipoos?

    Weimaraners 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 Weimaraners Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Yorkipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Weimaraners can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Weimaraner vs. Yorkipoo

    Weimaraners 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 Weimaraners Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Yorkipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Weimaraners 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 Weimaraner or the Yorkipoo?

    Weimaraners get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Yorkipoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Weimaraners good family dogs? What about Yorkipoos?

    Weimaraners 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 Weimaraners and Yorkipoos?

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

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

    Is the Weimaraner Easier to Train than the Yorkipoo?

    Weimaraners are very easy to train.

    Yorkipoos are very easy to train.

    Is the Weimaraner Better for Apartment Owners than the Yorkipoo?

    Weimaraners do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Yorkipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Weimaraners 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 Weimaraner

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

  • German Shorthaired Pointer (77 percent match with Weimaraner). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • German Wirehaired Pointer (77 percent match with Weimaraner). Here is our comparison of the Yorkipoo vs German Wirehaired 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 Weimaraner vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Weimaraner Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Weimaraner versus Standard Poodle     Weimaraner versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Weimaraner versus Black Russian Terrier     Weimaraner versus Chow Chow     Weimaraner versus English Cocker Spaniel     Weimaraner versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Weimaraner versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Weimaraner versus Whoodle     Weimaraner versus Beagle     Weimaraner versus Hovawart     Weimaraner versus Finnish Spitz     Weimaraner versus English Setter     Weimaraner versus Briard     Weimaraner versus Dutch Shepherd     Weimaraner versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Weimaraner versus Berger Picard     Weimaraner versus Clumber Spaniel     Weimaraner versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Weimaraner versus Labrador Retriever     Weimaraner versus Cocker Spaniel     Weimaraner versus French Spaniel     Weimaraner versus Akbash     Weimaraner versus Boykin Spaniel     Weimaraner versus Westiepoo     Weimaraner versus Cesky Terrier     

    Yorkipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Yorkipoo versus Puli     Yorkipoo versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Yorkipoo versus Puggle     Yorkipoo versus Lancashire Heeler     Yorkipoo versus Silky Terrier     Yorkipoo versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Yorkipoo versus Lowchen     Yorkipoo versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Yorkipoo versus Barbet     Yorkipoo versus German Shepherd Dog     Yorkipoo versus Great Pyrenees     Yorkipoo versus Chihuahua     Yorkipoo versus Sealyham Terrier     Yorkipoo versus Standard Poodle     Yorkipoo versus English Setter     Yorkipoo versus Basset Hound     Yorkipoo versus Maremma Sheepdog     Yorkipoo versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Yorkipoo versus German Pinscher     Yorkipoo versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Yorkipoo versus Weimaraner     Yorkipoo versus Great Pyrenees     Yorkipoo versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Yorkipoo versus Standard Poodle     

    Conclusion: Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner and the Yorkipoo better suits you and your family.