Side by side
Put a few breeds side by side before you make up your mind.
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| Breed |  Yorkshire Terrier |  Pomeranian |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | England | Germany/Poland |
| Group | Toy | Toy |
| Size | Toy | Toy |
| Coat | Long, silky, fine hair with no undercoat | Luxurious double coat with a soft undercoat and harsh outer coat |
| Weight | 2 to 3.2 kg | 1.8 to 2.5 kg |
| Height | 18 to 23 cm | 18 to 28 cm |
| Lifespan | 13 to 16 yrs | 12 to 16 yrs |
| Exercise need | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Affection | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Grooming needs | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Barking | 7/10 | 9/10 |
| Good with children | 4/10 | 4/10 |
| Good with other dogs | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Trainability | 6/10 | 7/10 |
| Prey drive | 7/10 | 5/10 |
| Copes alone | 3/10 | 3/10 |
| Drool | 1/10 | 1/10 |
| Shedding | 2/10 | 8/10 |
| Flat fit | 9/10 | 8/10 |
| Running cost | €100 / month | €106 / month |
Yorkshire Terrier verdict
A spirited, confident toy terrier with a big personality and a high maintenance coat.
Get one if
- · Owners willing to commit to daily brushing or regular professional grooming
- · Households looking for a small dog with a big, brave personality
- · Apartment dwellers who can provide daily mental and physical stimulation
Think again if
- · Households with very young children or boisterous large dogs
- · Owners wanting a low maintenance, wash and go coat
- · People away from home for long periods of the day
Pomeranian verdict
A bold, vivacious companion with a grand double coat and a loud voice for its size.
Get one if
- · Owners who enjoy regular grooming and maintaining a beautiful coat
- · People looking for a small but highly alert and vocal watchdog
- · Households that can provide constant companionship and mental stimulation
Think again if
- · Families with very young or boisterous children
- · Owners who cannot commit to daily brushing and handling seasonal shedding
- · Households where the dog will be left alone for most of the day